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North Dakota appointment guide

North Dakota driver-license appointments

Checked against official state sources · October 1, 2026

NDDOT publishes site-specific schedules and appointment rules for knowledge and road testing.

  • Knowledge testsappointment
  • Road testsappointment only
  • Onlineknowledge option

Schedule in-office knowledge testing

NDDOT's site page states knowledge tests require an appointment.

Road tests are appointment-only

Road testing is offered at designated cities including Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks and other listed sites.

Consider the official online knowledge test

Eligible applicants can complete the knowledge exam from home, then visit an office to receive the permit.

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    Official sources

    1. North Dakota DOT — Learner's Permit
    2. North Dakota DOT — Noncommercial Driver License Manual
    3. North Dakota DOT — Driver License Sites
    4. North Dakota DOT — Driver Education
    5. North Dakota DOT — Driver License

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