Virginia Adult Driver Education (Recommended Online Course)

Virginia does not require adult driver education. Adults 19 and older must hold a learner's permit for at least 60 days (or 30 days if they complete a state-approved driver education course), pass the DMV knowledge test, a vision test, and the road skills test to receive a full, unrestricted Virginia driver's license. This recommended online course is a supplemental study tool that helps you build the skills and knowledge to pass the tests. It is not a state-approved program and is not required.

The course features clear language, fresh graphics, fun videos, and interactive 3-D animations that keep you engaged and help you retain what you learn. It is 100% online and self-paced on any device. Completing it does not waive any DMV requirement — you must still hold the permit, pass the knowledge, vision, and road tests.

You may qualify for an auto insurance discount with eligible auto insurance companies. The discount is not guaranteed — ask your insurance agent for details. This is a recommended supplemental course, not a state-approved Virginia driver education program.

Virginia teens under 18 must complete a 36-classroom, 14-hour behind-the-wheel driver education program and hold a learner's permit 9 months with 45 supervised hours (10 at night) before a provisional license at 16 years 3 months. Adults 19 and older are not required to complete the 36+14 program but must hold a learner's permit for at least 60 days — or 30 days if they complete a state-approved driver education course — and pass the DMV knowledge exam (10 road-sign questions, all correct, plus 30 general-knowledge questions at 80%), a vision test, and the road skills test.