Israel driving test FAQ

The Israel driving theory test has 30 questions. You need 26/30 (87%) to pass. The test duration is 40 minutes.

To pass the Israel driving theory test, you need 26/30 (87%). This means you can make a maximum of 4 mistakes.

The Israel driving theory test lasts 40 minutes. During this time, you must answer 30 questions. This gives you approximately 80 seconds per question.

The Ministry of Transport and Road Safety — Licensing Division (משרד התחבורה ובטיחות בדרכים) decides which languages the Israel theory test can be taken in, so check the current options with them before you book. You can practise for the test in English on AutoviaTest.

Fee for the Israel driving test: NIS 74 (theory) + NIS 161 (practical) + NIS 96 (license). Fees change, so check the current amount with the MoTRS before you book.

The minimum age for a car driving licence in Israel is 16.75.

What you need for the Israel driving test: National ID (Teudat Zehut); Medical certificate (eye exam); Passport photos; Theory test certificate; Certificate of 28 driving lessons at certified school. Check the current list with the Ministry of Transport and Road Safety — Licensing Division (משרד התחבורה ובטיחות בדרכים) before your appointment.

A Israel driving licence is valid for Until age 70 (then 5 years until 80, then 2 years). After that it must be renewed.

Alcohol limit for driving in Israel: 0.05% (0.01% for under 24 and commercial drivers).

Speed limits for cars in Israel: towns 50 km/h, rural roads 80 km/h, highways 110 km/h. Signs can set a different limit.

In Israel, you drive on the RIGHT side of the road. The steering wheel is on the left side of the vehicle. This is important to remember if you're visiting from a country that drives on the opposite side.

The Israel driving theory test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions. You have 40 minutes to complete the test. The test is administered by MoTRS (Ministry of Transport and Road Safety — Licensing Division (משרד התחבורה ובטיחות בדרכים)).

Driving rules specific to Israel: No right turn on red (unless signed). Mandatory headlights Nov-Mar for intercity driving. Demerit point system (Shitat HaNikud) — 36 points = 3-month suspension. Minimum 28 driving lessons required at certified school. New driver accompaniment required (3 months full-time, months 4-6 at night). Curb color coding: red-white (no stopping), blue-white (paid parking).

Yes. AutoviaTest has practice tests for the Israel driving theory test, written to Israel's traffic rules. The first two tests are free; the rest need a subscription.

The emergency number in Israel is 100 (police) / 101 (ambulance) / 102 (fire) / 112 (unified). In case of a road accident, call this number immediately. Keep your location details ready and follow the operator's instructions.