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How much does a driving test cost in California?

I want to take the driving test next week, but I don’t have a lot of money saved up right now. How much should I expect to pay for my California driving test?

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The driving test in the state of
California
 is free to take, but you will pay a $41 fee to obtain your license if you pass the test.
In the event that you don’t pass the first time, you will have to wait 14 days to take the test again, and the DMV will charge a $7.00 retesting fee.
Luckily, the California DVM provides
preparation materials
 to help you ace your test.
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