Louisiana Driving Theory Test FAQ

How many questions are on the Louisiana permit knowledge test, and what score do I need to pass?

Louisiana's knowledge test is computer-based and requires 80 percent correct to pass; the Driver's Guide doesn't print a fixed total question count, but this site's practice test uses a 40-question sample to match it.

How old do I need to be to get a Louisiana Learner's Permit?

You must be at least 15 years old, complete 30 hours of classroom instruction and 8 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, and pass the vision and knowledge tests at 80%.

What does it cost to get a Louisiana Learner's Permit?

A Learner's Permit or standard Class E license costs $32.25 total for a six-year term, per Louisiana's driver's license fee schedule.

Who is allowed to supervise a Louisiana permit holder while they practice driving?

Only a licensed adult at least 21 years old, or a sibling at least 18 years old -- Louisiana is one of the few states that allows an older sibling to supervise instead of requiring a parent or guardian.

How long must I hold my Louisiana Learner's Permit before moving up to an Intermediate license?

At least 180 days, and you can't advance until your 16th birthday even if the 180 days pass sooner; upgrading also requires a signed statement showing at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours at night.

What happens if I fail the Louisiana road skills (driving) test?

You'll be told what to improve and can retest later; if you don't already hold a permit, one may be issued so you can practice, but the Driver's Guide doesn't print a mandatory waiting period or retest fee.

Do I have to take driver's education to get my first Louisiana license as a teen?

Yes -- Stage 1 requires 30 hours of classroom instruction plus 8 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction before you can take the knowledge and vision tests for a Learner's Permit.

Can an adult 18 or older skip Louisiana's graduated licensing program entirely?

Yes -- an applicant 18 or older who never entered the GDL program can get a license after a 38-hour driver's ed course, or a shorter 6-hour pre-licensing course plus an 8-hour behind-the-wheel course.

How long does a Louisiana driver's license stay valid, and how do I renew it?

A Louisiana license expires six years from your nearest birthday; you can renew anytime within the 180 days before that date, in person, or by mail/internet if you're selected (not for two renewal cycles in a row).

How long do I have to get a Louisiana license after moving to the state?

New residents have 30 days from establishing residency to obtain a Louisiana driver's license and surrender their out-of-state one; a vehicle registration address must separately be corrected within 10 days of a move.