DrivingRight - all you need to know about the Dutch driving test

Sep 18, 2026

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DrivingRight explains the requirements and structure of the Dutch CBR computerized and pictorial theory tests for driving licenses. It details the need for a valid CBR Theory Certificate, valid identification, municipal registration, and a BSN, noting that foreign theory certificates are not accepted. The guide compares class tests (Type A) versus individual tests (Type B), including language options, reservations in Amsterdam and nationwide, and the question formats and passing criteria for different license categories.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages11

Reading Time28 min

AccessFree to download

About the CBR Theory Tests

Requirements and eligibility

The two types of the CBR Theory Tests

Type A: The Class Theory Test

Language options by license category

Class reservations in Amsterdam (car licence B)

Class reservations outside Amsterdam (car licence B)

Type B: The Individual Theory Test

When individual testing is advantageous

Language options and translator rules

Individual reservations nationwide

The Theory Test Questions

Car licence test structure and topics

Tests for (light) moped, scooter-moped, brommobiel, and motorcycle

Part 1: The Hazard Perception Theory Test Questions

Part 2: Traffic rules and regulations

ISBN/EAN: 978-90-805104-1-8 Titel : DrivingRight Subtitle : all you need to know about the Dutch driving test Author : Davidson, Michael J. (Mr.) About The CBR Theory Tests Please note that any (Pre) Driving Test can only be taken with a valid CBR Theory Certificate which you will receive after you have passed your CBR Theory Test and a valid form of identification; also remember that you must be registered with your municipality + have a BSN to be able to apply for this test. Foreign theory certificates are not valid. For the Theory Test you will need a valid form of ID. Click here to review the ID requirements: [http://www. driveright. nl/IDRequirements.pdf](http://www. driveright. nl/IDRequirements.pdf) The Two Types of the CBR Theory Tests This test is set-up as a computerized and pictorial test, which can be taken as: Type A: a class test Type B: an individual test The class test is the standard which must normally be taken first before applying for an individual test. Type A: The Class Theory Test This Class Theory Test can be taken for the ● car licence (category B) : in English, Dutch or Turkish ● motorcycle licence (category A) : in Dutch only ● (light) moped licence (category AM) : in Dutch only ● brommobiel (mobility–car) licence (category AM) : in Dutch only but strictly without a translator. If you don’t have a good enough command of the languages in which you need to take this test, you can apply for the individual theory test (see below) directly. Class Reservations in Amsterdam for the car licence B For the class CBR Theory Test in English in Amsterdam for the car licence B, our school has pre-paid & pre-reserved time slots, at the CBR Amsterdam Theory Test Centre; these are generally for different days of the month. You can reserve & pre-pay these slots through this link: [http://www. driveright. nl/theorytestasd. htm](http://www. driveright. nl/theorytestasd. htm) Class Reservations outside Amsterdam - Nationwide for the car licence B For the class Theory Test in English outside Amsterdam for the car licence B, our school will purchase a slot according to your preferences. You can reserve & pre-pay these slots through this link: [http://www. driveright. nl/theorytest. htm](http://www. driveright. nl/theorytest. htm) Type B: The Individual Theory Test The individual Theory Test can be to your advantage if you find it difficult to understand the language orthe essence of the questions properly or to cope with set time limits per question. This test can only betaken in the Dutch language, with or without your own translator, whom can then translate the questions from Dutch to the language that you understand best. This Individual Theory Test can be taken for the following types of categories: ● car licence (category B) : in Dutch only ● motorcycle licence (category A) : in Dutch only ● (light) moped licence (category AM) : in Dutch only ● brommobiel (mobility–car) licence (category AM) : in Dutch only Individual Reservations Nationwide for the car, moped & motor-cycle licences For these theory tests our school will purchase a slot according to your preferences. You can reserve & pre-pay these slots through this link: [http://www. driveright. nl/theorytest. htm](http://www. driveright. nl/theorytest. htm) The Theory Test Questions The CBR Theory Test for the car licence is divided into TWO parts, which are separated by an interlude, and covers the following three topics: Part 1: 25 hazard perception questions, of which you must have answered TWELVE questions correctly Part 2: 30 questions about the traffic regulations/rules 10 questions relating to insight of which you must have answered a total of THIRTY FIVE questions correctly To pass you must have scored sufficiently for both parts, otherwise the complete test will have to be taken again. These topics are presented to you on several monitors throughout the examination room,

FAQs

What must you have before you can take a CBR driving theory test?

You need a valid CBR Theory Certificate, a valid form of identification, municipal registration, and a BSN. Foreign theory certificates are not valid.

What is the difference between Type A (class) and Type B (individual) CBR theory tests?

Type A is normally taken first and is set up as a computerized and pictorial class test. Type B is individual, can be taken in Dutch with or without your own translator, and may help if you struggle with the language or the time limits.

How is the car (category B) CBR theory test divided, and what is required to pass?

The car test has two parts separated by an interlude: 25 hazard perception questions and 30 questions about traffic regulations/rules, plus 10 insight questions. To pass, you must score sufficiently on both parts, otherwise the full test must be taken again.

Sep 18, 2026

Uploaded by Aria