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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官方考试共有50道题。 及格线:135 of 150 points (no more than 15 error points); each question has 3 answers and one or two can be correct。 时间限制:45分钟。 主办机构:Cantonal road traffic office (Strassenverkehrsamt); common test standards set by the asa (association of Swiss road traffic offices)。 最低年龄: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。 在这里免费练习250道题,每道题都附有答案和解释。 已于2026年10月11日根据官方资料核对。
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第1题,共25题
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答案: D. 50
The basic theory test for categories A, A1 and B has 50 questions. From 1 January 2027 it will have 55.
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第2题,共25题
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答案: C. 150 points
The 50 questions are worth up to 150 points in total, so each question carries several points.
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第3题,共25题
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答案: B. Up to 15
You pass with no more than 15 error points out of 150, which means at least 135 points.
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第4题,共25题
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答案: D. 45 minutes
The basic theory test for categories A, A1 and B lasts at most 45 minutes.
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第5题,共25题
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答案: D. Each has three answers, and one or two of them can be correct
Every question has three options and one or two may be right, so read all of them before you answer.
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第6题,共25题
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答案: A. One month before your 17th birthday
Without an A1 licence, you may take the theory test at the earliest one month before you turn 17.
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第7题,共25题
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答案: B. As often as you need to
Federal information says you can repeat the theory test as many times as you like.
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第8题,共25题
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答案: B. With no time limit
Theory tests passed since 1 January 2021 are valid indefinitely, unless a probationary licence is later cancelled.
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第9题,共25题
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答案: D. It has 55 questions and also covers traffic knowledge course content
From 2027 the test has 55 questions and includes material from the traffic knowledge course (VKU).
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第10题,共25题
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答案: C. 17
Since 2021 you can get a learner's permit for a car at 17.
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第11题,共25题
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答案: B. A first aid course (Nothilfekurs)
A first aid course certificate is needed to apply for a learner's permit for categories A, A1, B or B1.
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第12题,共25题
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答案: B. No more than 6 years
The first aid course certificate is valid for six years.
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第13题,共25题
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答案: A. No older than 24 months
The vision test may be at most 24 months old when you hand in your application.
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第14题,共25题
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答案: A. 24 months
A learner's permit for a car is valid for 24 months.
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第15题,共25题
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答案: B. Only in Switzerland
The learner's permit is valid only in Switzerland.
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第16题,共25题
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答案: C. At least 12 months
Anyone who gets a learner's permit before turning 20 must hold it for at least one year before the practical test.
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第17题,共25题
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答案: A. 23
The accompanying person must be at least 23 years old.
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第18题,共25题
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答案: B. At least 3 years, and it must no longer be a probationary licence
The companion must have passed the car test at least three years ago and no longer be on probation.
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第19题,共25题
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答案: C. Reach and use the handbrake
The companion must be able to operate the handbrake at any time during a learning drive.
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第20题,共25题
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答案: D. A blue plate with a white L at the rear
A blue sign with a white L must be shown at the back of the car on learning drives.
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第21题,共25题
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答案: A. Once the learner is ready for the test, as judged by the companion or instructor
Motorway learning drives are allowed when the learner is ready for the exam; the companion or instructor decides.
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第22题,共25题
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答案: A. 8 hours
The VKU lasts eight hours, usually spread over two to four days.
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第23题,共25题
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答案: A. The traffic knowledge course (VKU)
You must complete the VKU before you register for the practical test. From 2027 it must be done before the theory test.
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第24题,共25题
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答案: C. After one month
As a rule, you may retake the practical test after one month.
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第25题,共25题
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答案: A. A driving instructor's confirmation that your training is complete
After two failures, you need a certificate from a licensed driving instructor.
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真实考试:135 of 150 points (no more than 15 error points); each question has 3 answers and one or two can be correct
考前须知
- 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.
常见问题
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.
资料来源
- asa: Theory test format (Prüfungsform)
- asa: Learning materials (Lernmittel)
- Canton of Aargau: Basic theory test
- Canton of Aargau: Theory test
- Canton of Aargau: 2021 revision of licence rules
- ch.ch: Applying for a learner's permit
- ch.ch: Learning to drive
- fuehrerausweise.ch (asa): Category B
- fuehrerausweise.ch (asa): Rules from 1 January 2027
- fuehrerausweise.ch (asa): FAQ training, courses and exams
- fuehrerausweise.ch (asa): Basic information
- ASTRA: Questions and answers on OPERA-3
- Canton of Graubünden: Guide to driver tests
- Canton of Lucerne: Speed limits fact sheet
- ASTRA: Breath alcohol testing FAQ
- Canton of Neuchâtel road office (OCN): Alcohol at the wheel
- BAZG: Vignette FAQ
- ASTRA: Motorway etiquette (Autobahn-Knigge)
- Federal Council: New traffic rules from 2021
- ch.ch: Child safety in cars
- ch.ch: Exchanging a foreign driving licence