Montana MVD Permit Practice Tests (2025)

Montana FAQ

• What is a learner's permit?

  A permit lets teens drive with a licensed adult. You must be at least 14 years and 6 months old to apply for a permit, but you will need to complete a driver's education program to do so successfully. If you are over 15, you can bypass the driver's education requirement.

• How do I apply for a permit?

  Bring approved documents to prove identity, residency, and lawful presence. You must also pass a written test, a vision test, and have your parents accompany you to the MVD.

• How many questions are on the Montana permit test?

  The Montana permit test consists of 33 questions, and you must answer at least 27 questions correctly to get a passing score (82%). The questions in our sample tests are nearly identical to those on the official exam.

• What are the permit restrictions?

  You may only drive under the supervision of a licensed driver.

• When can I get a full license?

  At age 16 (with driver's ed) or 18 (without).

• What's required to progress to a driver's license?

  You must have held your permit for a minimum of 6 months and provide proof of 50 hours of supervised driving practice (10 of which must have occurred at night). You can then book a driving test and get your license.

• What is a restricted license?

  A license with passenger and nighttime limits for minors.