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.
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.
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.
To clear your mock test, you need to get 38 questions correct out of 45 questions that are 84%.
Frequently Asked Questions
The theory test can be taken in German, French and Italian. In some cantons, the theory test can also be taken in English.
You can take the theory test as often as required.
The passing score in the theory test is 135 points.
The duration of the theory test is 45 minutes.
The theory test is valid indefinitely.
The probationary license is valid for 3 years.
The purpose of taking our test is, it boosts your self confidence in preparing for the actual theory test.
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