Licence & State Rules · New Zealand

New Zealand learner licence and theory test

This page summarises the official New Zealand learner licence knowledge test. It is an independent study guide, not an official publication.

Official testLearner licence theory test (Class 1L)
Number of questions35
Pass mark32 of 35 (91%)
Minimum age16

Book or check details on the official site: nzta.govt.nz. Fees, documents and booking rules change — always confirm them there before you attend.

The best preparation is the official handbook (the NZ Official Road Code (see nzta.govt.nz)) plus plenty of practice questions. Use our New Zealand practice test and work through the practice questions — every answer has an explanation.