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Nebraska DMV offers the Class O knowledge test in English, Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL). Applicants whose primary language is not English or Spanish may request the approved non-verbal picture test.
Nebraska DMV's regular written/audio knowledge-test formats are available in English, Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL). Applicants whose primary language is not English or Spanish may request the non-verbal picture test.
If the test is started in Spanish, Nebraska's testing system allows the applicant to toggle between Spanish and English. If the test is started in English, it must be completed in English.
The non-verbal picture test is intended for applicants whose primary language is not English or Spanish, or who have difficulty reading or understanding those languages. It uses pictures rather than the standard written format.
No. Nebraska requires at least 80% on its written-test formats. The question counts differ: the standard Class O test has 25 questions, while the non-verbal picture test has 24.
Nebraska does not list additional written-language versions for the Class O test. Applicants whose primary language is not English or Spanish, or who have difficulty reading those languages, may request the approved non-verbal picture test.
Family members, friends and outside interpreters do not translate the written knowledge test. Nebraska instead provides its approved test formats. Road-test interpreter rules are separate and belong on the dedicated Road Test Language page.
A foreign-language dictionary may be used in paper or electronic form after DMV staff checks it for notes or other prohibited material. It cannot be used to obtain outside help during the test.
No. An interpreter may assist before or after the test when appropriate, but cannot help answer or translate test questions while the ASL knowledge test is being taken.
No. Nebraska DMV tells applicants not to have a cell phone on or in use during the test. A foreign-language dictionary may be used in paper or electronic form after staff checks it for notes.
English and Spanish tests may use the audio feature. Nebraska DMV states that the ASL Class O knowledge test is available statewide at all DMV testing locations without an appointment requirement specific to ASL.
Applicants who need a disability accommodation beyond the available test formats should contact DMV before testing. Detailed ADA procedures belong on the Disability Accommodations page.
Nebraska DMV says the Class O ASL knowledge test is available statewide at DMV locations that provide testing. Check the specific office's testing days and hours before going.
Do I need a special appointment for the Nebraska ASL knowledge test? No. No appointment is required specifically for ASL; normal office scheduling and testing-hour rules still apply.
Taking the Nebraska knowledge test in Spanish, ASL, or the approved non-verbal format does not create an automatic language-based restriction requiring an English-reading supervisor.
The prior Code 9 language-based restriction described here was removed because the current Nebraska DMV testing guidance does not establish that rule.
Study the Nebraska Driver's Manual in your language before testing. Confirm your language preference with the DMV office when scheduling, as not all locations stock all materials.
| Preparation Step | Nebraska-Specific Detail |
|---|---|
| Verify address documentation dates | Lincoln DMV on 5100 NW 12th Street rejects bank statements older than 90 days |
| Study English road signs separately | Nebraska roads display only English signage regardless of your test language |
Study the official Nebraska Driver's Manual even if taking a translated test. Road signs remain in English statewide.
Using a different approved test format does not create a separate permit fee or a different document standard. The normal Nebraska permit eligibility, document, and fee rules still apply.
For the exact document list and current fee details, use the dedicated Required Documents and Permit Cost pages.
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