How Much Is the Road Test in Michigan 2026: Set by Testers

How much is the road test in Michigan?

It depends on the driver testing business you choose. The Secretary of State (SOS) doesn’t set or regulate driving skills test fees, so how much the road test costs in Michigan is up to each tester, retests included. The state’s own fees are fixed: the knowledge test is free at an SOS office, and the permit and license have set fees.

$25Standard driver’s license

$45Enhanced driver’s license

Set by the testerDriving skills test

Updated November 2026 · Written from official sources, listed at the bottom of this page

What should you ask a tester before paying for a road test in Michigan?

Before you book, the Driving Skills Test Study Guide says to ask the tester about every fee:

The first test and any retests
Refunds
Charges for improper documents or a defective car
Charges for missing a test appointment

Each approved tester must publish a printed fee and refund policy, and give you a receipt when you pay. If you were tested improperly and must test again, the tester is liable for the cost of the retest.

Read the booking steps →

Secretary of State fees

The SOS lists these fees for first-time drivers:

Item	Fee
Knowledge test, at the office	Free
Temporary instruction permit	$25
Level 1 learner’s license	$25
Standard driver’s license	$25
Enhanced driver’s license	$45
Level 3 full license	Free

Taking the knowledge test online adds a $6.50 convenience fee. A REAL ID costs nothing extra when you renew, but at any other time a duplicate card fee is due, and renewing after your license expires adds a late fee.

Read about the online test →