NH Practice Permit Test

New Hampshire’s Graduated Driver’s Licensing Program differs slightly from the programs of many other states in that New Hampshire does not require new drivers to get a Learner’s Permit. Instead, New Hampshire’s GDL levels and age requirements are:

• Driver’s Education & Practice Driving – 15 ½ years old
• Youth Operator License – 16 years old
• Full Driver’s License – 21 years old

• Form DSMV450 – Application for Driver License
• Proof of legal name, date of birth, identity & Social Security Number – here are documents that can be submitted
• Driver’s Ed completion certificate
• Form DSMV 509 – Driver’s Out-of-Class Log Sheet
• Form DSMV 38 – Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate
• $50 for fee

You will file your application at a local office of the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles.

Visit https://www.dmv.nh.gov/hours-and-locations for office hours and contact information.

Yes, drivers under the age of 18 are required to take driver’s education in New Hampshire. The course will include 30 hours of classroom instruction, 10 hours of driving with an instructor and six hours of driving observation.

New Hampshire only accepts valid out-of-state driver’s licenses. It does not accept Learner’s Permits. You will have 60 days to transfer your license. You must also meet the following requirements: are at least 16; have completed driver’s education; and have completed 40 hours of driving practice.

The New Hampshire written knowledge test covers rules of the road, road signs and safe driving practices. All questions on the test are drawn from the state Driver’s Manual. Here are a couple of examples of content from the manual that could be tested for on the written exam:

• The time it takes from the moment you see the danger until you step on the brake is called the REACTION TIME. The distance your vehicle has traveled during this time is called the REACTION DISTANCE. Tests have shown that the average driver takes about 3/4 of a second to put a foot on the brake pedal after seeing the danger
• Alcohol can affect you differently at different times. Drinking on an empty stomach will affect the body faster than drinking after eating. Alcohol also affects you more if you are taking medicine or are tired.

The New Hampshire knowledge test is multiple choice.

No, the state driver’s manual specifically says “there are no trick questions.” All questions are from the Driver’s Manual so if you study the manual thoroughly enough you shouldn’t be surprised by anything you see on the test.

The New Hampshire written test contains 40 questions and you must answer at least 32 correctly to pass.

Study the New Hampshire Driver’s Manual and take practice tests to identify any weak areas and direct your studies. We offer free practice tests on this website that are formatted like the real New Hampshire test to that you can get used to sitting for the exam.

Right here! We offer the New Hampshire Driver’s Manual for free.

When studying the driver’s manual pay particular attention to measurements, distances and lengths as these are often asked about on the exam. You should also be sure to read the driver’s manual several times and take practice tests to verify your knowledge and see if there are any areas that you need to focus more study time on.

What you don’t want to do is stay up all night cramming for the test. If you plan ahead and spread your studying out over several nights instead of trying to do it all in one night you’ll be much better off. In fact, it is best if you go to bed early on the night before the test to ensure you are well rested the next day.

Contact your local DMV office to see if appointments are accepted and it is recommended that you schedule one if they are.

You will take the test at one of the DMV offices located throughout the state.

You should bring:

• Form DSMV450 – Application for Driver License
• Proof of legal name, date of birth, identity & Social Security Number – here are documents that can be submitted
• Driver’s Ed completion certificate
• Form DSMV 509 – Driver’s Out-of-Class Log Sheet
• Form DSMV 38 – Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate
• $50 for fee

A parent or legal guardian should accompany you.

Yes, you will need to pay a $50 fee.

You will be given 40 questions and you will have 40 minutes to complete the test. The test itself is administered on a touch screen monitor, which is easy to use and doesn’t require any computer knowledge. You can only miss a maximum of eight questions and still pass the test. When taking the test you cannot refer to any notes or the driver’s manual. Here is a practice test formatted like the real New Hampshire test.

You will receive your Youth Operator’s License.

You will be allowed to retake the test.

You will have to wait 10 days to retake the test.

With your Youth Operator’s License you will have the following restrictions:

• You cannot drive from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m.

• For the first six months, you cannot drive with more than one passenger under 25 years old who is not an immediate family member

• After that, you cannot drive with more passengers than there are seat belts in your vehicle

• If you have more than one passenger under 25 years old you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 25 years old

Your license will automatically become a full license when you turn 21.

Yes, provided you adhere to the license’s restrictions, which include not driving between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m.

When practicing for your Youth Operator’s License, you are required to complete at least 10 hours of your 40 hours of driving practice at night.

Yes, you must be accompanied by a licensed supervising driver who is at least 25 years old.

You can apply for a replacement license in person at your local DMV office. You will need to provide a completed application form and identification and you will have to pay a $10 fee.

You should study the New Hampshire Driver’s Manual and try to apply the safe driving tips to your own driving. You should also get as much practice as possible with a good supervising driver who can tell you what you are doing wrong and provide advice for how to improve.

Be sure to practice parking; turning, including three-point turns; stopping; accelerating; backing; and driving safely in traffic.

To simulate the driving test, complete a maneuver course – for example, in a seldom used parking lot. You should practice parking, backing, stopping, accelerating and making turns. You should also practice driving in traffic where you will need to display good defensive driving skills, such as signaling, obeying traffic signs and signals and more. If possible, try to drive on the roads that are actually used on the driving test to get better familiar with them.

Visit https://www.dmv.nh.gov/hours-and-locations to find a location near you.

You will take the test at a local DMV office.

• Form DSMV450 – Application for Driver License
• Proof of legal name, date of birth, identity & Social Security Number – here are documents that can be submitted
• Driver’s Ed completion certificate
• Form DSMV 509 – Driver’s Out-of-Class Log Sheet
• Form DSMV 38 – Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate
• $50 for fee
• A well-maintained, properly functioning vehicle
• Vehicle registration

A parent or legal guardian should bring you.

During the driving test the examiner will be assessing your skill in handling the vehicle in traffic; driving habits; working knowledge and understanding of traffic signs and rules of the road; how well you physically, mentally and emotionally handle the actual stress of driving in traffic; and your attitude toward driving and personal and public safety.

One common reason for failure is not being able to complete basic maneuvers with the car, such as not backing up in a straight line or not making a proper three-point turn. Another common reason for failure is not showing the proper attitude when behind the wheel – for example, showing a careless disregard for pedestrians and not obeying traffic signs and signals.

• Making a rolling stop
• Following too closely
• Not signaling
• Speeding
• Failing to check the blind spot when changing lanes

You will be allowed to retake the driving test.

You will have to wait 10 days to retake the test.

You will issued a 60-day temporary paper license and will receive your Youth Operator’s License in the mail.

• You cannot drive from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m.

• For the first six months, you cannot drive with more than one passenger under 25 years old who is not an immediate family member

• After that, you cannot drive with more passengers than there are seat belts in your vehicle

• If you have more than one passenger under 25 years old you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 25 years old

New Hampshire does not require drivers to carry auto insurance. However, if you are in an accident and you do not have insurance you may be required to pay damages including medical expenses.

If you do not have the cash to pay you are liable for the payment and your license will be suspended until a settlement is reached.

You may renew a valid New Hampshire Driver’s License up to six months before the expiration date. The state DMV will send you a renewal notice approximately two months before the expiration date.

You can apply for a replacement license in person at your local DMV office. You will need to provide a completed application form and identification and you will have to pay a $10 fee.

You can renew your New Hampshire license online or in person at a local DMV office.

Yes, when renewing in person you will need to take a vision test. To pass the test, you must be able to read the 20/40 vision line with both eyes. If you are blind in one eye, you must read the 20/30 vision line.