Switzerland Driving Theory Test Practice 2026

Practise in English for the Swiss basic theory test (Basistheorie), which you must pass before you get a learner's permit (Lernfahrausweis) for a car. The first practice set covers Swiss rules: the test itself, learner and probation rules, speed and alcohol limits, the vignette and motorway behaviour. Later sets add rules common across continental Europe and road signs.

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250 preguntas
Revisado el 11 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

El examen oficial tiene 50 preguntas. Para aprobar: 135 of 150 points (no more than 15 error points); each question has 3 answers and one or two can be correct. Tiempo límite: 45 minutos. Lo organiza: Cantonal road traffic office (Strassenverkehrsamt); common test standards set by the asa (association of Swiss road traffic offices). Edad mínima: 17 for a category B learner's permit; because under-20s must learn for at least 12 months, the earliest full licence is at 18. Theory test from 1 month before your 17th birthday. Practica aquí gratis con 250 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 11 de octubre de 2026.

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Qué debes saber antes del examen

The basic theory test for categories A1, A and B has 50 questions worth 150 points in total. You have 45 minutes and may collect no more than 15 error points.
Each question has three answers, and one or two of them can be correct. Our mock exam uses one correct answer per question and a 45-of-50 pass mark as the closest equivalent.
You can take the theory test as often as you need. A pass from 1 January 2021 onwards has no expiry date.
From 1 January 2027 the theory test will have 55 questions and include traffic knowledge course (VKU) content, and the VKU must be done before the theory test.
Before you apply for a learner's permit you need a first aid course (Nothilfekurs) certificate no older than 6 years and an eye test no older than 24 months.
If you get your learner's permit before age 20, you must hold it for at least 12 months before the practical test.
A new licence is probationary for 3 years, and you must complete a one-day further training course (WAB) within the first 12 months.

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How many questions are on the Swiss driving theory test?

The basic theory test (Basistheorie) has 50 questions and lasts 45 minutes. From 1 January 2027 it will have 55 questions.

What is the pass mark for the Swiss theory test?

The test is worth 150 points and you may have at most 15 error points, so you need at least 135 points. Questions have three answers, and one or two can be correct.

Can I take the Swiss theory test in English?

Learning materials exist in German, French, Italian and English, but test languages are set by each canton. Ask your cantonal road traffic office (Strassenverkehrsamt) before you book.

What do I need before the theory test?

Apply to your cantonal road traffic office for a learner's permit with a first aid course certificate and an eye test. After the theory test you receive your learner's permit.

I have a foreign licence. Do I need the Swiss theory test?

Usually not. Residents may drive on a foreign licence for 12 months and must then exchange it. Licences from outside the EU and EEA need a control drive (Kontrollfahrt).

What happens after the theory test?

You get a learner's permit valid for 24 months, complete the 8-hour traffic knowledge course (VKU) and then take the practical test. Under 20s must wait 12 months first.

Switzerland Driving Theory Test Practice 2026

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