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Genève

Switzerland · 200K

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Where you take the test in Genève

Département de la santé et des mobilités (DSM)
Office cantonal des véhicules (OCV)
Handles: theory test · practical test · licence issue
How to book: Book the theory or practical exam online; the office takes no exam appointment by telephone.
Route de Veyrier 86, 1227 Carouge
The theory exam can be sat in French, German, Italian or English.

Source: Département de la santé et des mobilités (DSM), checked September 2026

Driving rules that are different in Genève

Under the canton’s 2022 noise strategy, zone I, the Geneva hypercentre, is limited to 30 km/h day and night.
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50

Questions

90%

Pass Mark

45

Minutes

18+

Min Age

Switzerland test facts

Driving SideDrive on the right

Alcohol Limit0.5‰ (0.0‰ for new drivers during probation)

Emergency112

Test FeeCHF 150-250 (varies by canton)

Speed Limits

50

Urban Areas

Within city limits

80

Rural Roads

Outside city limits

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Under the same strategy, zone II structural axes drop to 30 km/h at night and stay 50 km/h by day.

The boulevards du Pont-d’Arve and de la Tour at Plainpalais have been limited to 30 km/h since December 2019.

Source: ge.ch · geneve.ch, checked September 2026

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Where can I take the driving theory test in Genève?

Département de la santé et des mobilités (DSM): Office cantonal des véhicules (OCV). Book the theory or practical exam online; the office takes no exam appointment by telephone.

Is anything different about driving in Genève?

Under the canton’s 2022 noise strategy, zone I, the Geneva hypercentre, is limited to 30 km/h day and night. Under the same strategy, zone II structural axes drop to 30 km/h at night and stay 50 km/h by day. The boulevards du Pont-d’Arve and de la Tour at Plainpalais have been limited to 30 km/h since December 2019.

How far ahead should I book the theory exam in Geneva?

The OCV asks you to allow four to six weeks between booking and the exam date.

Where do I file the learner permit application?

At the OCV counters, route de Veyrier 86 in Carouge; a first application requires you to attend in person.

How many questions are on the driving test in Genève?

The ASTRA theory test has 50 questions. You need to score 135/150 to pass (90%).

What documents do I need?

You'll need: ID card or passport, Eye test certificate, First aid course certificate, Learner permit application, Photo. The test fee is approximately CHF 150-250 (varies by canton).

Is AutoviaTest affiliated with ASTRA?

AutoviaTest is an independent study platform — we're not affiliated with ASTRA or any government agency.

Our practice questions and study materials are designed to help you feel confident and well-prepared for your ASTRA theory test.

For practical training and the official exam, you'll work with a local driving school. Think of AutoviaTest as your study companion for the theory side.

Do I still need to join a driving school?

Yes — a driving school handles your practical training and the official ASTRA exam. AutoviaTest helps you prepare for the theory portion so you go in feeling confident and ready.

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