{"state":"Washington","code":"WA","slug":"washington","questionCount":500,"manual":"Washington State Driver Guide","manualUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/driver-training-and-testing/driver-guides","examFormat":{"questions":40,"passing":32,"totalQuestions":40,"passingPercent":80},"keyFacts":[{"id":"test-fee","label":"Knowledge test fee","value":"The knowledge-test fee varies by approved testing location.","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/driver-licensing-fees","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"}],"documents":{"applicantScope":"First-time standard passenger-vehicle learner permits completed in person with a photograph: age 15 with approved driver training, or age 15 years 6 months and older through the knowledge-test route. Includes citizens and noncitizens. Excludes enhanced/REAL ID credentials, transfers and road tests.","items":[{"label":"Pre-apply for a WDL number and complete the permit application","detail":"Create or sign in to License Express; keep your WDL number for the testing/training provider and office visit. Reuse an existing WDL number if you already have one.","who":"all","group":"application","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/get-your-first-license-or-permit/get-your-learner-permit"},{"label":"An accepted original identity-document combination","detail":"Bring one stand-alone document, two A-list documents, one A-list plus two B-list documents, or four B-list documents with at least one showing name and birth date. A valid U.S. passport is a stand-alone example; foreign and immigration documents have listed alternatives. Copies, scans and photographs of documents are not accepted.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/documents-proof-identity"},{"label":"Parent/guardian identity documents if using that alternative","detail":"If age 25 or younger and using this alternative, bring your parent/guardian, their qualifying identity documents, a document showing your name/birth date, and proof of your relationship. Court guardianship, foster youth, Job Corps and agency verification alternatives follow the official identity guide.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/documents-proof-identity"},{"label":"Evidence of your current name if your documents differ","detail":"Bring qualifying identity in the new name or a filed/certified marriage record, divorce decree, court order or other accepted legal record. Update SSA if your assigned-SSN name has changed.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/update-driver-license-information/change-your-name-or-address-your-driver-license"},{"label":"Your SSN if assigned, or the no-SSN declaration","detail":"Provide your number for SSA verification. If none is assigned, use DOL’s declaration process; a separate Social Security card is not universally required.","who":"all","group":"ssn","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/documents-proof-identity"},{"label":"Your current Washington residential address for the application","detail":"The application requires your Washington residence address and identifying/driving-history information. The standard-permit checklist does not impose enhanced-license residency or citizenship documents.","who":"all","group":"residency","sourceUrl":"https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.20.091"},{"label":"An authorized adult’s permission and relationship documents","detail":"Bring the parent/guardian and birth, adoption or school records linking you. If you do not live with a parent/guardian, a qualifying responsible adult over 21 may give permit permission; their permission alone does not establish your identity. Follow the official exceptions for foster care, juvenile rehabilitation and homeless youth.","who":"under18","group":"minor","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/get-your-first-license-or-permit/get-your-learner-permit"},{"label":"Training enrollment or a passed knowledge test","detail":"At age 15, enroll in approved training, give the school your WDL number and apply no earlier than 10 days before the course starts. Without training, be at least 15 years 6 months and pass the knowledge test; that route cannot lead to a driver license before age 18.","who":"all","group":"education","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/get-your-first-license-or-permit/get-your-learner-permit"},{"label":"Payment for the permit and any testing-provider charge","detail":"The permit fee is $35. Knowledge-test charges vary by testing provider.","who":"all","group":"fee","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/get-your-first-license-or-permit/get-your-learner-permit"},{"label":"Be ready for any required vision or medical screening","detail":"Bring corrective lenses used for driving. DOL may require a specialist’s vision or medical report when a condition affects driving; complete any screening requested for your in-person application.","who":"all","group":"vision","sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/medical-and-vision-screening"}],"sourceUrl":"https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/get-your-first-license-or-permit/get-your-learner-permit","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"},"lastReviewed":"2026-10-05","urls":{"hub":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/washington","practiceTest":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/washington/practice-test","handbook":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/washington/handbook","factsJson":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/washington/facts.json"}}