Overview
The Belgian category B theory exam is the first formal step towards a car driving licence. It is held at a licensed examination centre such as Autocontrôle, in audiovisual format. The page does not state the exam fee, so confirm it with the examination centre.
Who can apply
Candidates must be at least 17 years old.
Exam pattern
The exam is audiovisual and can be taken in Dutch, German or French. Candidates who do not master any of these languages may ask for a sworn English translator, which requires an in-person reservation and a payment of 50 euros by card. The number of questions and the pass mark are not stated on the page used here, so ask the centre.
Accommodations exist for deaf or hard-of-hearing candidates, who may use a sign language interpreter, and for candidates with insufficient mental, intellectual or literacy abilities who provide documents from a recognised institution. Special sessions are booked in person at the exam centre.
How to apply
Book the theory exam online through the examination centre's portal. Special sessions and translator requests are registered in person.
Preparation tips
The centre offers an informative brochure, in French, on the exam content and procedure.
Practise with audiovisual questions in the language you will sit the exam in.
What is the minimum age?
17 years.
Can I take the exam in English?
Not directly. The exam is in Dutch, German or French, but you can request a sworn English translator for 50 euros, reserved in person.