Driving Age in the Netherlands
Cars (Rijbewijs B)
- Standard age: 18 years
- Theory exam from 16.5 years
- Practical training from 17 years
2toDrive Program
- Drive from 17 with registered coach
- Coach must be 27+ with 5+ years experience
- Must log 50+ accompanied driving hours
- Full license at 18
License Categories
| Category | Age | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| AM | 16 | Mopeds up to 45 km/h |
| A1 | 18 | Motorcycles up to 125cc |
| B (2toDrive) | 17 | Cars (with coach) |
| B | 18 | Cars |
| A2 | 20 | Motorcycles up to 35kW |
| A | 24 | Unlimited motorcycles |
| C | 18 | Trucks |
| D | 24 | Buses |
Getting Dutch License
Process
- Register with CBR (driving license authority)
- Pass theory test (65 questions, 13% error margin)
- Take driving lessons
- Pass practical test
Costs
- Theory test: €40
- Practical test: €130
- Lessons: €45-€60/hour
- Total typical cost: €2,000-€3,500
Beginning Driver Period
- 5 years of "beginning driver" status
- Lower alcohol limit (0.2 promille)
- Stricter penalties
- Points for offenses (tracked by CBR)