Driver's License Testing

All testing for driver's licenses is at our North Spokane location at 329 W Hastings Rd.

Please bring the following with you to your testing appointment:

  • A government-issued ID with your photo
    If your permit does not have your picture, you must also bring a current high school or college ID with a photo.
  • Your Washington State ID Number
    This number will be on your WA ID card or permit. Apply for an ID Number. Once completed, log into your LicenseExpress account to find your ID Number; it will begin with the letters WDL.
  • Your License Express login ID and password
    This will allow you to take the knowledge test on a tablet or your phone and give you the option of hearing the test questions. If you are unable to log in to License Express you will take the test on paper. 

Cash, credit, or debit cards are accepted (no checks). Fees paid to secure your test appointments are not transferable or refundable.

Knowledge Tests 

You MUST bring a government-issued picture ID Card (Non-photo permit with HS ID card will work)

You can now take your knowledge test on your phone or tablet!!!

  • You will need to bring your LicenseExpress login ID and Password
  • If you bring earbuds or headphones, you can listen to the test questions as you read along.

To take the Knowledge Exam (written test), you must be at least 15.5 years old.  

  • Seating is limited. Use the link below to reserve your seat.
  • The cost is $30. You can pay with cash or a Credit/Debit card on the day you test.
  • Check in at least 10 minutes early; the Department of Licensing does not allow anyone to start after testing has begun.
  • The test has 40 multiple-choice questions and is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese.

Use the Washington Driver Guide to prepare for your test; any and all other online "practice tests" are NOT specifically based on WA driving laws.

Schedule a Written Test

Driving Skill Tests

To be eligible for the driving test, you must have passed the knowledge test (scores are valid for two years). You also must be 18+ years old or have completed all the course requirements of a state-certified driver training program.

  • Please arrive at least five minutes early. If you are late, you will forfeit your appointment. 
  • Testing fees are not refundable or transferable to a new appointment.
  • Test available in English only.
  • Be prepared. Learn what's on the test.
  • The driving test will take about 20 minutes. 
  • All drives are completed using an IDA Car except when an Interlock Device is required.

We strongly advise reviewing the Department of Licensing website and watching the videos before taking your driving test. 

Schedule a Driving Test

Schedule a Driving Test (Former IDA Student)

Schedule a Same Day Driving Test