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Practical Exam Process

The practical driving exam in the Netherlands is the final step towards obtaining a driving license. It assesses your ability to drive safely and confidently in various traffic conditions. You must have passed the theoretical exam and completed your health declaration to be eligible. A driving instructor typically schedules the exam through the CBR system.

Exam Process

The practical exam includes a 35-minute driving assessment covering highways, city streets, and special maneuvers like parking and emergency stops. Your driving skills, traffic awareness, and ability to handle different road situations will be evaluated by the examiner.

Step 1: Valid Theory Certificate

You must have passed the CBR theoretical exam before you can register for the practical exam. Ensure your theory certificate is valid on the day of the test.

Step 2: Health Declaration

Complete a health declaration form on the CBR website. Pay the associated fee and wait for approval. This is necessary to confirm you are fit to drive.

Step 3: Driving Lessons

Take driving lessons with a certified instructor. There is no official minimum number of lessons, but most learners require 30–40 hours of practice. Your instructor will decide when you are ready for the exam.

Step 4: Provisional Exam (Optional)

Consider taking the Tussentijdse Toets, a mock exam with a CBR examiner. Passing certain elements of this test may exempt you from repeating them during the actual test.

Step 5: Register for the Practical Exam

Your driving school will usually handle the registration via the CBR system. Make sure to confirm the exam details with your instructor.

Step 6: Exam Day

Arrive 15 minutes early with a valid ID, your theory certificate, health declaration approval, and appointment confirmation. The test will start with a vehicle safety check, followed by a 35-minute driving assessment.

Detailed Information for Step 1: Valid Theory Certificate

Before you can take the practical exam, you must have passed the CBR theoretical exam. Make sure your theory certificate is still valid on the day of your practical exam, as it is required for registration.

Detailed Information for Step 2: Health Declaration

A health declaration is required to ensure that you are physically and mentally fit to drive. You need to complete this form on the CBR website and pay the associated fee. Once approved, you will be eligible to take the practical exam.

Detailed Information for Step 3: Driving Lessons

Driving lessons are crucial to prepare for the practical exam. Most learners need between 30 and 40 hours of lessons with a certified instructor. Your instructor will determine when you are ready for the exam based on your progress and confidence.

Detailed Information for Step 4: Provisional Exam

The Tussentijdse Toets is a provisional test that helps you get familiar with the practical exam environment. If you pass certain parts of this mock exam, you may be exempt from repeating those sections during the actual practical exam.

Detailed Information for Step 5: Register for the Practical Exam

Your driving school will usually take care of registering you for the practical exam through the CBR system. Make sure to confirm all the details, such as the exam date, time, and location, with your instructor.

Detailed Information for Step 6: Exam Day

On the day of the exam, arrive at the test center at least 15 minutes early. Bring the following:

The test will begin with a vehicle safety check, followed by a 35-minute driving assessment. The examiner will evaluate your driving skills, traffic awareness, and ability to handle various road situations.