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Driving Age in the Netherlands 2025

Q: What is the default speed limit in built-up areas (bebouwde kom) in the Netherlands?

50 km/h. The default speed limit in Dutch built-up areas is 50 km/h, unless signs indicate otherwise. Many cities are expanding 30 km/h zones, but 50 km/h remains the legal default.

Q: What is the speed limit on Dutch motorways between 06:00 and 19:00?

100 km/h. Since March 2020, the daytime speed limit on Dutch motorways is 100 km/h (06:00-19:00) to reduce nitrogen emissions. At night (19:00-06:00), the limit is 130 km/h unless otherwise posted.

Q: What is the maximum legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for experienced drivers in the Netherlands?

0.5 promille (0.5 g/l). The legal BAC limit for experienced drivers in the Netherlands is 0.5 promille (0.5 g/l). Exceeding this results in fines, licence suspension, and potentially criminal charges.

Q: Since July 2025, e-scooters (LEVs) are legal in the Netherlands. Where must they be ridden?

On cycle paths only. E-scooters were legalized on 1 July 2025 as "light electric vehicles" (LEVs). They must use cycle paths, be limited to 25 km/h, carry RDW approval, and have insurance and a registration plate. Riders must be at least 16 years old.

Q: At an unmarked intersection in the Netherlands, who has priority?

Traffic coming from the right. The "voorrang van rechts" (priority from the right) rule applies at unmarked intersections in the Netherlands. Traffic approaching from the right has priority unless signs or markings indicate otherwise.

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Netherlands: 18 years for car license, 17 with "2toDrive" accompanied driving program. Moped at 16. Theory exam from 16.5 years, practical from 17 years.

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