Free 2026 HI DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Hawaii Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your HI DOT written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
HI Warm-up Test
A quick 20-question quiz to gauge your readiness. Perfect for starting your study journey.
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What to Expect on the Hawaii driver Test
Online (webcam-proctored on desktop/laptop) or in-office computer at Honolulu CSD.
60 min
$12
Honolulu online test: $2 city/county fee + $10 transaction/credit-card fee. In-person written test is $2.No appointment for the online KnowTo Drive test; in-person permit issuance is by appointment at a Honolulu CSD driver licensing center within 60 days of passing.
Up to 2 online attempts per day.
Retake fee: $12.
English, Spanish
Documents to Bring to Your Hawaii Test
Certified birth certificate, Social Security card, two proofs of Hawaii address, completed application, and Certificate of Completion from the online test. Applicants under 18 need a Parental Consent Form.
Hawaii Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Hawaii that appear on the HI DOT knowledge test more than others.
- gavel HRS 291-11.6: mandatory seat belts for all front and back seat occupants
- gavel Child safety seat required under age 4; booster seat ages 4-7
- gavel HRS 291C-33: strict pedestrian signal / anti-jaywalking enforcement
- gavel Ban on handheld mobile electronic devices while driving
- gavel GDL provisional license restrictions for drivers under 18
Hawaii DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Hawaii driver permit test?
The HI DOT driver knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official state handbook — covering road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way, and safe-driving procedures.
What's a passing score on the Hawaii DMV knowledge test?
You need 24 out of 30 correct — 80% — to pass. The result is displayed immediately after you submit.
How many questions can I get wrong and still pass the Hawaii test?
You can miss at most 6 questions. Any more than that and HI DOT will mark it a fail — you'll need to retake.
Is the Hawaii knowledge test on paper or computer?
Online (webcam-proctored on desktop/laptop) or in-office computer at Honolulu CSD.
How much time do I get for the Hawaii knowledge test?
You have 60 minutes to complete the HI DOT knowledge test. Most test-takers finish in about half that.
How much does the Hawaii DMV knowledge test cost?
The HI DOT knowledge test costs $12. Honolulu online test: $2 city/county fee + $10 transaction/credit-card fee. In-person written test is $2.
Do I need an appointment for the Hawaii knowledge test?
No appointment for the online KnowTo Drive test; in-person permit issuance is by appointment at a Honolulu CSD driver licensing center within 60 days of passing.
What documents does HI DOT require to take the test?
Certified birth certificate, Social Security card, two proofs of Hawaii address, completed application, and Certificate of Completion from the online test. Applicants under 18 need a Parental Consent Form.