{"state":"Rhode Island","code":"RI","slug":"rhode-island","questionCount":200,"manual":"Rhode Island Driver's Manual","manualUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur556/files/documents/manuals/Driver_Manual_FINAL.pdf","examFormat":null,"keyFacts":[{"id":"test-fee","label":"Knowledge test fee","value":"DMV lists permit issuance at $13.50 under 18 or $8.50 at 18+; its permit fee table does not list a separate knowledge-test fee.","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/permits-tests/permit-fees","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"}],"documents":{"applicantScope":"First Rhode Island regular, non-REAL-ID instruction permit for U.S.-citizen residents age 18 or older with an assigned Social Security number, taking the computerized exam in English, Spanish or Portuguese at Cranston. Excludes teen permits, privilege cards and special-language testing arrangements.","items":[{"label":"Bring a completed and signed LI-1 application","detail":"Complete the permit sections, including your Social Security number; book the correct permit-test reservation.","who":"all","group":"application","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/permits-tests/new-license-permits"},{"label":"Bring one original identity document","detail":"Use a certified government birth certificate or valid unexpired U.S. passport, or another qualifying document on the non-REAL-ID checklist.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/media/391/download?language=en"},{"label":"Bring original government-issued name-change proof, if needed","detail":"Bring marriage, divorce or other legal evidence linking your identity document to your current name. Allow 24 hours after updating SSA.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/media/391/download?language=en"},{"label":"Write your Social Security number on LI-1","detail":"The checklist requires the number on the application; it does not require a separate card for this step.","who":"all","group":"ssn","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/media/391/download?language=en"},{"label":"Bring two Rhode Island residency documents","detail":"Use accepted proofs showing a physical address, not a PO box. Utility/bank/payroll evidence must be within 60 days; leases and insurance must be current. Check the list for other accepted proofs.","who":"all","group":"residency","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/media/391/download?language=en"},{"label":"Bring payment for the $8.50 adult instruction permit","detail":"The listed fee includes the technology surcharge. Card payments have an additional service charge; see the fee table.","who":"all","group":"fee","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/permits-tests/permit-fees"},{"label":"Be ready for the vision and computerized knowledge exams","detail":"Testing occurs at Cranston by reservation.","who":"all","group":"vision","sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/permits-tests"}],"sourceUrl":"https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/permits-tests/new-license-permits","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"},"lastReviewed":"2026-10-05","urls":{"hub":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/rhode-island","practiceTest":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/rhode-island/practice-test","handbook":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/rhode-island/handbook","factsJson":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/rhode-island/facts.json"}}