About the KS DMV Knowledge Test

The Kansas DMV Knowledge Test is required for anyone applying for their first learner’s permit or driver’s license. It assesses your knowledge of traffic laws, signs, and safe driving. Here's what you should know:

  • Number of Questions: 25 multiple-choice questions.
  • Passing Score: You must answer at least 20 questions correctly (80%) to pass.
  • Test Duration: No official time limit, but most complete it within 15–20 minutes.
  • Language Options: Available in English and several additional languages.
  • Eligibility: Minimum age is 14 for an instruction permit with parental consent.
  • Retake Policy: If you fail, you can retest the next working day.
  • Topics Covered: Kansas driving laws, signs, road markings, and safe driving practices.
  • Test Locations: Administered at Kansas DMV offices and authorized third-party locations.

Bring proof of identity, Kansas residency, and parental consent if under 18. For more info, visit the Kansas DMV website.

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What Your Kansas Driver License Looks Like

After passing your knowledge test, vision screening, and meeting all Kansas Division of Vehicles requirements, you’ll be issued a secure, federally compliant Kansas driver license that looks like this:

Sample Kansas Driver License

This image is for educational and illustrative purposes only. It does not contain real personal data. Photo by: KS DOV

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll need to bring:

  • Proof you’re in the U.S. legally (e.g., passport or immigration document)
  • Your Social Security number
  • Two items that show you live in Kansas (e.g., school report card, bank statement, utility bill)
  • Proof of a name change if your current name is different from what’s on your legal papers

For the full list of acceptable documents, see this guide: ksrevenue.gov/pdf/de56a.pdf .

Nope. You need a certified copy from your state’s vital records office (or a U.S. territory or D.C.).

They’ll need either a U.S. green card (permanent resident card) or a Certificate of Citizenship sent by USCIS.

Apply for one with Form N-565 or get a U.S. passport for your child at travel.state.gov.

Yes! Use a laptop or desktop and go to ks.knowtodrive.com.

Yep—they’ll ask you while you’re there.

No—you can get one at any age.

It’s best. Appointments get priority. Schedule at this site.

Yes—after 2 years.
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