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Arkansas Permit Test: Cost, Age, and DMV Facts
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How much does the Arkansas permit test cost?
$5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee.
- Knowledge (written) test fee: $5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee.
- Initial driver license fee: $40.00 for 8 years (Class D, ages 21+; prorated for ages 18-21)
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Before your Arkansas knowledge test
Cost details
- Each written attempt adds $5, collected by DFA with the license payment. Official cost source
- The Class D license is $40 for ages 21 and older; ages 18-21 have prorated fees. Official cost source
- Confirm any separate ordinary permit-issuance charge with DFA; the $5 amount is the written-exam fee. Official cost source
Before you apply
These notes cover selected application steps. Check the linked official instructions for the full requirements for your situation.
- Book the State Police instruction-permit knowledge exam; choose the immigration-documents appointment when applicable. Official application instructions
- Pass the knowledge and vision tests for an instruction permit before arranging the driving-skills exam. Official application instructions
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Quick facts
Minimum permit age
14 years old (Learner's License issued for ages 14-15)
Knowledge test fee
$5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee.
Initial license fee
$40.00 for 8 years (Class D, ages 21+; prorated for ages 18-21)
Retake fee
$5 for each written examination attempt.
Documents to bring
Proof of legal presence (birth certificate, passport, or work authorization), proof of identity, proof of Social Security number; REAL ID also requires proof of residency
Find an office / appointment
Arkansas licensing via DFA Revenue Offices; find the nearest with the Locations Near You tool or the Schedule or Find an Appointment tool. Appointments optional; walk-ins allowed.
REAL ID status
Arkansas REAL ID available at all 134 Revenue Offices; requires proof of legal presence, identity, SSN card, and two residency proofs. Federal deadline May 7, 2025.
Motorcycle license
Minimum age 16 for Class M motorcycle license (restricted Class MD at ages 14-15, limited to motor-driven cycles 250cc or less, converting to Class M at 16).
Commercial license (CDL)
Minimum age 18 to hold a Commercial Learner's Permit/CDL per official site; intrastate vs interstate age distinction not explicitly stated on Arkansas DFA pages reviewed.
Official source: Arkansas DFA - Learner's and Intermediate License
Things like renewing registration, REAL ID, or a change of address are outside what this page covers -- go straight to the official Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Motor Vehicle site.
How much is the Arkansas permit test?
Arkansas knowledge test fee: $5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee. (official source).
Arkansas DMV fees at a glance
| Fee | Official figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge test fee | $5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee. | source |
| Initial license fee | $40.00 for 8 years (Class D, ages 21+; prorated for ages 18-21) | source |
| Retake fee | $5 for each written examination attempt. | source |
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What a Arkansas driver license covers
Initial license fee: $40.00 for 8 years (Class D, ages 21+; prorated for ages 18-21) (official source)
REAL ID status: Arkansas REAL ID available at all 134 Revenue Offices; requires proof of legal presence, identity, SSN card, and two residency proofs. Federal deadline May 7, 2025. (official source)
The gold star marks a REAL ID compliant card. Many states hand you a paper interim license the day you pass and mail the physical card later; the interim paper generally works for driving but not for TSA airport ID. Check the official Arkansas DMV site for exact card timelines.
Getting a license in Arkansas
Getting your first permit
In Arkansas, the minimum permit age is 14 years old (Learner's License issued for ages 14-15). When you apply for a permit or license, bring: proof of legal presence (birth certificate, passport, or work authorization), proof of identity, proof of Social Security number; REAL ID also requires proof of residency. Arkansas licensing via DFA Revenue Offices; find the nearest with the Locations Near You tool or the Schedule or Find an Appointment tool. Appointments optional; walk-ins allowed.
Fees, retakes, and practice hours
$5 for each written examination, collected by DFA with the driver license fee.
REAL ID, motorcycle, and CDL
Arkansas REAL ID available at all 134 Revenue Offices; requires proof of legal presence, identity, SSN card, and two residency proofs. Federal deadline May 7, 2025. For a motorcycle license: minimum age 16 for Class M motorcycle license (restricted Class MD at ages 14-15, limited to motor-driven cycles 250cc or less, converting to Class M at 16). For a commercial license (CDL): minimum age 18 to hold a Commercial Learner's Permit/CDL per official site; intrastate vs interstate age distinction not explicitly stated on Arkansas DFA pages reviewed.
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