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VA / OFFICIAL RESOURCE GUIDE

The Virginia
driver handbook.

Use the handbook as your source of truth. This page helps you find it, understand what to look for, and turn reading into focused practice.

Open the official handbook
START HERE

Your reading path.

  1. 01
    Road signs & signals

    Recognize the message before you reach the sign.

  2. 02
    Right of way

    Work through intersections, turns, and shared spaces.

  3. 03
    Safe driving

    Build space, awareness, and good decisions.

  4. 04
    Parking & stopping

    Know where and how to leave your vehicle safely.

  5. 05
    Rules of the road

    Understand lane choices, passing, and road markings.

STATE CHECKLIST

Before your appointment.

Virginia DMV’s manual includes sections on testing, signs and pavement markings, safe driving, seat belts, penalties, and license types.

Virginia’s learner-permit page is the hub for applications, driver education, remote testing, and teen restrictions.

Before using an old practice source, compare it with the current Virginia DMV manual and permit page.

Permit eligibility, documents, fees, and appointment details can change. Confirm those details with Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles before you go.