Driving test and theory
From theory exam to practical exam at CBR Den Helder: this is how we prepare you.
You get your Dutch B licence in five steps: trial lesson, the CBR theory exam (usually in Alkmaar), driving lessons, optionally the interim test, and the practical exam at CBR Den Helder, Nijverheidsweg 8C. The practical exam takes about 55 minutes.
Last updated:From trial lesson to licence in five steps
Trial lesson
Your first lesson and personal advice.
Pass your theory
The CBR theory exam, usually in Alkmaar.
CBR theoryDriving lessons
From the basics to driving in busy traffic.
Interim test
A mock exam at the CBR.
OptionalPractical exam
At CBR Den Helder, in the Benz lesson car.
CBR practical
What happens in your exam
The practical exam takes about 55 minutes. You drive a route through Den Helder and the surroundings. The examiner looks at:
- Handling and controlling the car
- Observation, giving way and traffic awareness
- Merging, overtaking, junctions and roundabouts
- Special manoeuvres: parallel parking, reverse parking, reversing round a corner or a hill start
CBR Examencentrum Den Helder
Nijverheidsweg 8C, 1785 AA Den Helder. We pick you up before your exam, drive a short warm-up lesson and make sure you arrive on time.
Authorise us in Mijn CBR
To book your exam, you give us permission in Mijn CBR with your DigiD. It takes a few minutes and we'll help you.
Fail your test? Your re-test is free
Every lesson package includes our re-test guarantee worth € 350. If you fail your practical exam, we book your re-test and pay the exam fee.
Conditions
- You have completed your package and followed our lesson advice.
- Before your re-test you take at least 10 extra lessons.
- The guarantee is valid for 1 year after you sign up.
Questions about theory and the test
What does the practical exam look like?
The practical exam takes about 55 minutes. The examiner checks how you handle the car, observe, give way, merge, overtake and take roundabouts. You also do special manoeuvres, such as reverse parking or a hill start.
Where do I take my practical exam?
At CBR Examencentrum Den Helder, Nijverheidsweg 8C, 1785 AA Den Helder. In your last lessons we practise the roads around the test centre.
Do I need to authorise Rijschool Benz?
Yes. In Mijn CBR you give us permission with your DigiD to book your exam. It takes a few minutes and we'll help you.
How does the re-test guarantee work?
If you fail your practical exam, we arrange and pay for your re-test (worth € 350). Conditions: you completed your package, followed our lesson advice and take at least 10 extra lessons. The guarantee is valid for 1 year after sign-up.
I'm nervous about the exam. What can I do?
You can request an exam for nervous candidates from the CBR. You get more time and explanation. We'll prepare you for it calmly.
How does the theory exam work?
You take the theory exam at the CBR, for this region usually in Alkmaar. It covers hazard perception, knowledge and insight. You can retake it as often as needed and it's valid for about 1.5 years. Check cbr.nl for the current fee.
What do I bring to the practical exam?
Valid ID: a passport, Dutch identity card or driving licence. You drive the exam in the Rijschool Benz lesson car.
What is the interim test (TTT)?
The TTT is a mock exam at the CBR, halfway through your lessons. If you pass, you don't have to do the special manoeuvres in your practical exam. The TTT is optional.
Practise on the real test route
Our lessons use the roads around CBR Den Helder. Book a trial lesson and see for yourself.