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West Virginia fee guide

West Virginia permit and knowledge-test fees

Checked against official state sources · October 1, 2026

West Virginia publishes separate permit and testing charges in its driver's licensing handbook.

  • $7.50Level 1 permit
  • $7.50knowledge test attempt
  • $7.50adult instruction permit

Level 1 permit fee: $7.50

The GDL fee table lists the permit amount separately from the test attempt.

Knowledge-test attempt: $7.50

Each attempt carries the published test fee.

Verify current fees before payment

Use the latest DMV handbook or fee information near your transaction date.

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    Official sources

    1. West Virginia DMV — Driver's Licensing Handbook
    2. West Virginia DMV — Graduated Driver License Brochure
    3. West Virginia DMV — Driver's License / ID Application
    4. West Virginia DMV — Driver License & ID Brochure
    5. West Virginia DOT — Citizen Driver & Vehicle Services

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