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Driving Theory Test Switzerland

The Federal Office of Roads (ASTRA/FEDRO), which is a part of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications, has the authority for road infrastructure and traffic in Switzerland. There are two parts to the test, namely, a theory test and a practical test. You can apply for both, the Driving Theory Test Switzerland and practical Swiss Driving Test at your local road traffic office.

In Switzerland, road users drive on the right-hand side of the road. ASTRA has the authority to issue Swiss Driving Licenses through local cantonal road traffic offices. The minimum age for driving in Switzerland is 18 years for cars and two-wheeler vehicles, and for motorcycles, may be driven from the age of 16 years.

About the Driving Theory Test Switzerland

The Driving Theory Test Switzerland determines your knowledge on rules of the road. After successfully passing of the Swiss Driving Theory Test, you will receive your provisional license, which is also known as a learner’s permit. This allows you to take the driving lessons and then practice on the roads. The passed Driving Theory Test Switzerland is valid indefinitely.

The Swiss Driving Theory Test lasts 45 minutes and consists of 50 multiple-choice questions covering the topics on right of way rules, traffic signs and signals. For every possible answer you get 3 points. You can give, up to 2 answers per question, and one answer only on traffic signs. In order to pass the Driving Theory Test Switzerland, you must not exceed a maximum of minus15 points. Each wrong answer or unchecked answer will lead in a loss of 1 point.


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Questions Expected in the Driving Theory Test Switzerland

The Driving Theory Test Switzerland is the first part of the Swiss Driving Test. You can book the Swiss Driving Theory Test online by completing an application form on your canton’s road traffic office website, choosing a date, and paying the exam fee. The Driving Theory Test Switzerland takes place at examination centers within the cantons.

You need to score atleast 135 points out of 150 points to pass. If you fail, you can take the Swiss Driving Theory Test as many times as you like, but you need to pay the fee every time. The Driving Theory Test Switzerland are usually in one of the national languages (French, German, Italian). But in some cantons, you can request to take the exam in English.

The theory test includes the questions based on these following topics,

To clear your mock test, you need to get 38 questions correct out of 45 questions that are 84%.

  • Priority/Right of way, Prohibitions, Signals (e.g. Roundabouts, Driving Restrictions, Road Markings)
  • Driving Maneuvers (e.g. Bends, Positioning the car in the lane, Distance from other vehicles)
  • Traffic Environment (e.g. Motorways, Traffic Jams, Level Crossings)
  • Vehicle Drivers (e.g. Ability to drive, Children, Insurance)
  • Vehicle (e.g. Operational Safety, Load Securing, Vignette)
    The cost of the Driving Theory Test Switzerland varies according to the canton.
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Steps to obtain a Swiss Driver’s License

  • Eye Test – You have to pass the Eye test conducted by an authorized optician.
  • First-Aid Course – You must attend an officially recognized emergency first aid course, course on emergency life-saving measures by a certified instructor.
  • Traffic Skills Course – You must complete traffic skills course under an authorized driving instructor.
  • Theory Test – You must pass the Driving Theory Test Switzerland, in which you answer questions about traffic regulations.
  • Provisional License – After passing the Driving Theory Test Switzerland, you will receive your provisional Swiss driver’s License, which is valid upto 2 years.
  • Road Awareness Theory Course – You must complete the mandatory 8-hour road awareness theory course.
  • Driving Test – Swiss Driving Test takes place at a driving school where you have to drive accompanied by a qualified examiner, who will mark you on your ability to operate your vehicle, drive in traffic, follow verbal instructions, park the vehicle, adhere to road signs. The duration of Swiss Driving Test last around 40-60 minutes.
  • Driver’s License – You will be issued with a probationary driving license for the first three years. The final driving license will only be delivered at the end of the three-year period.
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Driving License Categories and Eligibility for taking the Driving Theory Test Switzerland

  • The eligibility for A : Motorcycles under 50cc with a maximum speed of 45km/h is 16 years.
  • The eligibility for B:Cars and other vehicles with a maximum weight of 3,500kg is 18 years.
  • The category C :Vehicles weighing over 3,500kg (e.g. trucks)
  • The category D :Vehicles used for passenger transport with more than eight seats
  • The category F :Vehicles, excluding motorcycles, with a maximum speed of 45km/h
  • The category G :Agricultural and forestry vehicles (e.g. tractors)
  • The category M :Mopeds

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