FAQ

How much does it cost to take the written knowledge test at Burien Driving Academy?

• The written knowledge test costs $40 per attempt. If you need to retake it, your second attempt is free. This test is required by the Washington State Department of Licensing before you can take the driving skills test.

How do I schedule my driving test at Burien Driving Academy?

• You can easily schedule your driving test online through our website or by calling us at 206-575-1700. We offer convenient same-day driving tests based on availability.
• No, Washington Driver license number yet? Click the link below.   https://secure.dol.wa.gov/home/serviceType.asp
  
  What documents do I need to bring for the written and driving tests?

For the written knowledge test and driving skills test, you need a valid photo ID (like a driver's permit, passport, or ID card). For the driving test, if you're using your own car, it must be insured and have a valid registration.

How many questions are on the written knowledge test?

• The written knowledge test consists of 40 questions, and you need to answer at least 32 questions correctly to pass. It covers topics like road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices in Washington State.

How can I prepare for the written knowledge test in Burien?

• o prepare for the written knowledge test, we recommend studying the Washington Driver Guide.

How can I prepare for the written knowledge test in Burien?

• Read the WA driver guide; you may get the hard copy from the DMV, or the King County Public Library may have it too.                                                                                               
• Or download the PDF file from the following Link
• https://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/docs/driverguide-en.pdf
• This is the best book to pass the official DOL knowledge test. 

How old do I have to be to take the permit test if I am not enrolled in Teen driver Ed.?

• If you have not registered in Teen Driver Ed, you must be 15 ½ or older to take the written test.

Do you offer online driving courses for the written test?

Yes, we offer online Teen driver education courses led by instructors  to help you study  teen drivers course . These courses allow you to learn at your convinience from home and come to the school for the driving instructions (Behind The Wheel lessons)

How long does it take to take the test?

• Some people finish it in 12 minutes. Some take 40 minutes. However, we allow 40 minutes. It has 40 questions; you must get 32 correct answers to pass the test.

How is the written test given?

• It’s a written paper test. Currently, the test is not computer-based, only on paper.

How many times can I take the written test?

• No limitation. We offer $40 for two attempts with In 30 days

Can I take my driving test on the same day if I pass my written test?

• We may conduct your driving skill test on the same day, depending on your level of skill and our availability.

If I need a warmup driving practice before my driving test, can I do that the same day with an Instructor/examiner?

• Yes, you will need to pay $145.00 for a 30 minutes of warm-up driving practice before you take your driving skill test. After you get feedback from the instructor/examiner, you may take your driving test. You need to bring an instruction permit or Driver's license from another country. 

I do not know how to drive, but I already have my permit. Can I get training with an instructor at your school?

• Yes! If you are between 15 and 18 years old and enroll in our Teen Drivers Ed, we can send an E-waiver to the DOL so that they can issue you a permit.
• If you don’t want to enroll in Teen Drivers Ed, you may pass the written test if you are 15 ½ or older.

Where do I get my instruction permit?

• We do not issue driver's instruction permits at our school. Only the Department of Licensing can issue instruction permits or driver's licenses. Therefore, you may need to visit the DMV to obtain your permit or driver's license. For more information, please visit dol.wa.gov.
• If you are under 18, when you go to the DMV office to get your instruction permit, you must take one of your Parents or legal Guardians, an Original birth certificate or passport, a social security card, and Corrective lenses, if needed, for the vision test.

When can I take the Department of Licensing Written Knowledge and Driving Skills Test after completing the course?

• You can take the written knowledge test after completing the course. We recommend students take their written test right away since it’s easy to forget some of the things they learned during the classroom sessions.
• For the driving skill Test, we encourage you to wait before you take your driving skill test since you need to practice very well before you take your test.
• Yes, we offer one-on-one driving lessons to help you gain confidence. We can train you on behind-the-wheel training starting from scratch.  Yes, safety is our top priority.  Sign up... Bring your permit during your practice, and let us safely put you behind the wheel. We customize lessons based on your needs.

How old must you be to get a driving license without taking the Teen Drivers Ed?

• You must be at least 18 years old. And pass both the written and the driving skill test.
• After taking a Teen Driver Education course, you need 50 hours of driving practice with your family or anyone with five years of driving experience for six months from the date you get your driving instruction permit. You must pass the written test and driving skill test. Then, you may go to the Department of Licensing to get your license.

I gave up my license because of a DWI and but it's time now to get my license. What do I need to do?

• You need to pass your written test, and then you can take the driving skill test. However, you will need to bring your car for the driving test. You will need an Ignition Interlock device installed in your car and SR 22. insurance

After I pass the written or driving skill test, when will my test result be submitted to the licensing department?

• We submit your test result within  24 hours; you may go to the local driver's license office, preferably the next day after you pass a written or driving skill test. Please talk to the front desk if you need your test result immediately. (if we are not too busy, we may report to DOL immediately).