All of our locations are DOL approved to administer the Knowledge test and Skills test.
To see the Knowledge Test schedule by location click here.
If you need help studying for the Knowledge Test please consider taking the Knowledge Test Prep Course here for $23.50 to help you pass on the first try. This is in addition to purchasing the $35 Knowledge Test below.
For a knowlege test study guide click here. For a skills test study guide click here.
Most locations can accommodate a skills tests within a few days. If you are in a hurry please contact the office to check availability before purchasing but you will need to register online to schedule an appointment.
Arabic – Bonney Lake and Seattle (U-Dist)
Chinese – please contact the Kirkland office for details about lessons/testing in Factoria or Mercer Island
Hungarian – Redmond and Woodinville
Punjabi – Kirkland (Yarrow Point)
Russian – Lake Stevens, Marysville, Mukilteo, and Smokey Point
Spanish – Marysville, Poulsbo, and Smokey Point
Ukrainian – Lake Stevens, Marysville, Mukilteo, and Smokey Point
Please contact the office if you need a one-on-one or interpreted knowledge test to schedule a private knowledge test session.
If an applicant has a temporary or permanent physical, visual, or mental impairment, or take medication which could impair their ability to operate a motor vehicle, the Department of Licensing must conduct the skills examination.
Some locations have promotional pricing. Select the location and click register to see the price.
Register for License Express if you do not already have a Washington ID card. At the end of the process, you will be given a PIC (Personal Identification Code or also known as Confirmation ID) which is a combination of letters and numbers starting with WDL (Example: WDL123A4567B). Write this number down as it will be required to enroll in either the Knowledge or Skills Test. Having this number will speed up the process in verification. Make sure you have this when you arrive for the test in addition to photo identification. Without this number, you will not be able to schedule any required tests and we will not be able to report necessary scores to the DOL. For additional help registering for License eXpress click here.
Pass the Knowledge Test.* Register for the test below. When we receive your order and it has been verified, our office will confirm your ID number provided when registering then a verification email will be sent to you. After you receive your email, you will be able to schedule your testing appointment on our scheduling website. You must register before you can schedule your test. Confirmation could take up to 24 hours. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays. Please contact the office if you need a one-on-one or interpreted knowledge test to schedule a private knowledge test session. Study the Washington Driver Guide to prepare for the Knowledge Test. For help in studying for the Knowledge Test we recommend taking the Knowledge Test Prep. For a Knowledge Test Study Guide click here.
*In order to obtain a driver’s license, applicants under the age of 18, in addition to passing the knowledge and driving skills tests, will need to pass a Washington State driver’s education course. Applicants may take the knowledge test after completing driver’s ed or after 15 1/2 years of age.
Pass the Skills Test. Register for the test below. When we receive your order and it has been verified, our office will confirm your ID number provided when registering, then a verification email will be sent to you. After you receive your email, you will be able to schedule within 24 hours. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays. You must have a valid passing score on your DOL Knowledge Test before scheduling the DOL Skills Test. Study for the skills test by clicking on this guide. Practice driving every day. Drive so often that your confidence and skill will overcome any test anxiety that may hit you. You will also need to go to the DOL to get a learner’s permit before doing any driving practice on the road.
After the above steps are completed go to the DOL office nearest you to complete the Licensing application process.
Good luck! We wish you well as you prepare for getting your license.
