Rhode Island road test checklist
Everything below comes from official Rhode Island DMV pages and the driver handbook, checked on October 30, 2026. Tick the items as you practise.
- Parallel parking
- Not stated
- If you fail
- Wait at least 30 days; no same-day retest
What the examiner checks 7
Mistakes that fail you on the spot 7
What to bring 6
Vehicle requirements 6
Rules change and some offices add their own requirements. Confirm with your DMV office when you book.
Official sources
“The test includes pre-driving procedures, driving in traffic, parking, making proper turns and other common driving experiences.” dmv.ri.gov, p. 12
“Leaving the designated roadway (driving on the sidewalk, leaving the laned roadway or leaving the lane of travel, and driving in safety zone)” dmv.ri.gov, p. 12
“Failures must wait at least thirty (30) days before re-taking the road test. There are no same-day returns.” dmv.ri.gov, p. 67
“Vehicle should have a center emergency brake.” dmv.ri.gov, p. 13
“You may be asked to perform a turnabout during your road test.” dmv.ri.gov, p. 29
“When you take your driving test, you may have to stop and start your vehicle on a hill.” dmv.ri.gov, p. 32