Driving schools in Norway
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Cities in Norway
Oslo
Bergen
Trondheim
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Driving rules & facts
Drive on the Right
Norway drives on the right side of the road. Overtake only on the left. At unmarked intersections, yield to vehicles coming from the right (høyreregel / right-hand priority rule). This is one of the most commonly tested topics.
BAC Limit 0.02% (0.2‰)
One of the strictest alcohol limits in Europe. Novice drivers and professionals: zero tolerance. Penalties are income-based and escalate with BAC level. >0.5‰: licence loss 12–18 months. >0.8‰: court case and possible imprisonment. >1.2‰: unconditional imprisonment. Drug-driving has the same penalties.
AutoPASS Electronic Toll
Over 400 automated toll points nationwide — no manual booths. AutoPASS tag gives 20% discount. Without tag: highest rate + invoice fees. Rush-hour surcharges in cities (Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim). Zero-emission vehicles pay up to 50% of standard rate with AutoPASS. Motorcycles are exempt.
Winter Tyres (Vinterdekk)
Winter tyres must match conditions from November 1 to first Sunday after Easter Monday. Northern Norway (Nordland, Troms, Finnmark): October 16 to April 30. Minimum 3mm tread depth. Crashing without proper winter tyres: insurance can deny the entire claim. Studded tyres need city fees in Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim.
Mandatory Headlights
Dipped/low-beam headlights are mandatory at ALL times — day and night, year-round. This has been Norwegian law since 1985. Right-hand-drive vehicles must use beam converters to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic.
Mandatory Equipment
All vehicles must carry a warning triangle and a reflective safety vest. These must be deployed at any breakdown or accident scene. Third-party insurance (trafikkforsikring) is mandatory. Recommended: first aid kit, spare bulbs, tow rope.
How to get your driving license in Norway
Everything you need to know about enrolling in a driving school and getting your B license in Norway.
Typical cost
NOK 20,000–NOK 35,000Total driving school cost including lessons and materials
Prices vary by school, location, and number of lessons needed.
Typical lessons needed
~2045-minute lessons on average
Mandatory theory hours
17hRequired classroom or online theory instruction
Mandatory practical hours
13hRequired behind-the-wheel training with an instructor
License requirements in Norway
Theory test languages
The SVV theory test is available in these languages:
- Norwegian
- Northern Sami
- English
- Arabic
- Sorani
- Turkish
Tips for choosing a driving school in Norway
- Compare prices from at least 3 schools before enrolling. The cheapest option is not always the best — check what is included in the package.
- Ask schools about their pass rates. A higher pass rate often indicates better instruction quality.
- If Norway's official language is not your first language, ask if the school offers instruction or materials in your language.
Source: Statens vegvesen (Norwegian Public Roads Administration) · Last updated:
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