South Australia theory test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost
South Australia theory test questions, answered with facts from DIT.
The South Australia learner's theory test (car learner's permit) has 30 multiple-choice questions; you need 27 of 30 for myLs, or 8 of 8 giving way and 32 of 42 multiple-choice for the in-office theory test to pass, per DIT; questions come from The Driver's Handbook (February 2026).
Practice format (official): Our practice tests use the official format — 30 questions, 27 of 30 (90%) to pass, untimed.
The South Australia learner's theory test in brief
How many questions are on the South Australia theory test?
The South Australia learner's theory test has 30 multiple-choice questions, per DIT.
What is the pass mark for the South Australia theory test?
You need 27 of 30 for myLs, or 8 of 8 giving way and 32 of 42 multiple-choice for the in-office theory test to pass, per DIT.
Is the South Australia theory test hard?
You need 27 of 30 (90%) to pass, so in the official 30-question format you can get at most 3 wrong. The best preparation is to study The Driver's Handbook (February 2026) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.
How much does the South Australia theory test cost?
$44 — In-office learner's theory test per attempt, per DIT.
Is there free SA learners test practice for 2026?
Yes. This site has 2 free South Australia learner's theory test practice tests for 2026, each with 30 questions and the official pass mark of 27 of 30 (90%), plus a free road-sign quiz.
Time limit, retakes, age and ID
How long is the South Australia theory test?
DIT does not publish a time limit for the South Australia learner's theory test.
Can I retake the South Australia theory test if I fail?
No waiting period published. In-office: 'If you fail you can retry, but it will cost you again.' myLs: 'You can attempt the online myLs test as many times as you need at no additional cost' within 12 months of enrolling. No attempt cap stated. In-office: $44 for each attempt; all 8 give-way questions must be right before Part B. myLs: once-only $44 fee, unlimited attempts within the 12-month enrolment. If a learner's permit lapses for more than 12 months, myLs or the theory test must be done again.
How old do you have to be to take the South Australia theory test?
You must be 16 to get the learner's permit; the myLs online course and theory test can be started from 15 years and 9 months (mylicence.sa.gov.au pre-learners page), and the in-office test at Service SA from 16. The minimum age for the licence is 16, per DIT.
What do I need to bring to the South Australia theory test?
At a Service SA centre: 'at least 1 primary document and 2 additional primary or secondary documents' that together show full name and date of birth ('must be an original primary document'), proof of signature and current South Australian residential address; 'photocopies and certified extracts of original documents' are not accepted; documents not in English need 'A translation from an approved Australia based translator'. In-office test: also bring 'a completed learner's permit application' (form MR205); photo taken and a mySAGOV account created. myLs: evidence of identity and 'an email address (not a school email address)'; enrolment from 15 years 9 months, permit from 16.
Which handbook is the South Australia theory test based on?
The Driver's Handbook (February 2026). You can read it on the official site.
Official source: Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), South Australia, through Service SA. Handbook: The Driver's Handbook.
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Last updated 13 October 2026.