Altavista DMV
location_on VA DMV office listing — Altavista, VA
Location Details
Address
1301 Main Street, Altavista, VA, 24517
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Taking the Knowledge Test in Virginia
Planning to take your written permit test at Altavista DMV? Here's what VA DMV requires statewide — call ahead to confirm this location offers knowledge testing.
Format: Two parts: Part 1 has 10 road sign questions (must answer all 10 correctly); Part 2 has 30 general knowledge multiple-choice, needs 24 correct (80%).
Appointments: Appointment recommended but walk-ins accepted (walk-ins must arrive by 4:30 p.m. weekdays or 11:30 a.m. Saturdays).
Bring: Completed Application for a Virginia Driver's License (DL 1P), proof of identity, proof of legal presence, two proofs of Virginia residency, proof of Social Security number, and parental consent if under 18.
If you don't pass: Under 18: one attempt every 15 days; 18+: one attempt per business day; after 3 failures, applicant must complete an approved driver training course. Wait 15 day(s) before retaking.
Renewing Your License in Virginia
Virginia licenses are valid for 8 years and a standard renewal costs $32. Online or by mail allowed every other renewal cycle; you must renew in person every other cycle. Drivers 75+ have additional restrictions and shorter (5-year) validity.
When to renew: Up to 1 year before expiration; DMV sends reminders 90 days prior
Skip the trip if you can — many renewals can be completed online. See our step-by-step VA renewal guide for eligibility, REAL ID upgrades, and vision-test rules.
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