Instructor tests
We conduct instructor tests for licence categories A, B, C, D, CE and DE. As a prospective examiner or instructor for a particular licence category, you must demonstrate safe and skilled driving during the tests.
If you come from an upper secondary school, municipal adult education or the armed forces, you must take an instructor test for all the licence categories for which you are applying for authorisation.
If you are a driving instructor, you need to be able to prove that you have worked as a driving instructor at a driving school for at least one year.
You can book an appointment for an instructor test at Customer service, instructor tests on 0771 17 18 19.
Category A instructor test
In the category A instructor test, you have to show that you are capable of completing your training.
This test assesses your ability to:
- Ride a motorcycle safely and with skill.
- Check the motorcycle to ensure it is safe to ride.
Test requirements
You must have a valid category A driving licence.
Vehicle requirements for the test
- The displacement, kerb weight and power of the motorcycle must meet the requirements set out in the Swedish Transport Agency’s regulations for category A driving tests.
- The motorcycle must have an adequate maximum load and be suitable for travelling with passengers.
Protective equipment requirements
Protective equipment designed for motorcycle riding must be worn for the test:
- Clothing must be made of leather or other strong material.
- Safety goggles, sturdy boot, gloves and a back protector must be worn.
- The equipment must be undamaged.
What will happen during the motorcycle test
The instructor test will take 120 minutes, including at least 50 minutes of driving in traffic.
Safety check
You will be asked to complete a full safety check. The examiner may ask you questions during and after this check. You are not allowed to use any tools, such as a checklist.
Manoeuvring
You must be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of manoeuvring, characterised by safety, precision and a very high level of skill.
In the instructor test, you will be asked to drive at a lower speed in the low-speed lane and at a higher speed in the high-speed lane, compared to the speed of the category A driving test.
Examples of elements that may be included in the manoeuvring section:
- high-speed elements for the driving test
- giving way to other traffic at 50–70 km/h
- braking with evasive manoeuvres at 50–70 km/h.
Driving in traffic
As you drive, you will be driving towards destinations on both low-speed and high-speed roads, and you must be able to describe and justify your actions in different situations. You will also have to drive with passengers for some of the time.
After the test
The examiner will make an overall assessment of your driving, and you will be told your result immediately afterwards. Please note that the requirements for an instructor test are more stringent than for a driving test for the corresponding licence category. To pass the instructor test, you need to have a consistently good driving record and pass the safety check as well.
Your score will be based on a scale of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest score (consistently very good driving). A score of at least 5 (consistently good driving) and passing the safety check are required to pass the instructor test.
Validity of the instructor test
A successful instructor test is valid for one year, and the result certificate must be sent with your application for the training.
Instructor test B
In the category B instructor test, you have to show that you are capable of completing your training. This test assesses your ability to:
- Drive the vehicle safely and with skill.
- Check the vehicle to ensure it is safe to drive.
Requirements for instructor test B
You must have a valid driving licence for category B.
Vehicle requirements for the test
You are responsible for providing a vehicle that requires category B and that complies with the Swedish Transport Agency’s regulations for driving test category B. Swedish Transport Administration Driving Tests can also provide such a vehicle.
What will happen during the category B instructor test
The instructor test will take 75 minutes, including at least 50 minutes of driving.
Safety check
You will be asked to complete a full safety check. The examiner may ask you questions during and after this check. You must be able to give reasons why the vehicle is considered roadworthy. You are not allowed to use any tools, such as a checklist.
Driving in traffic
As you drive, you will be driving towards destinations on both low-speed and high-speed roads, and you must be able to describe and justify your actions in different situations.
Manoeuvring
Besides driving in traffic, you will also have to perform special manoeuvres according to the test regulations.
After the test
The examiner will make an overall assessment of your driving, and you will be told your result immediately afterwards. Please note that the requirements for an instructor test are more stringent than for a driving test for the corresponding licence category. To pass the instructor test, you need to have a consistently good driving record and pass the safety check as well.
Your score will be based on a scale of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest score (consistently very good driving). A score of at least 5 (consistently good driving) and passing the safety check are required to pass the instructor test.
Validity of the instructor test
A theory test pass is valid for one year.
Instructor test for C, D, CE and DE
In this instructor test, you have to show that you are capable of completing your training.
This test assesses your ability to:
- Drive the vehicle safely and with skill.
- Check the vehicle to ensure it is safe to drive.
Test requirements
You must have a valid driving licence for the relevant category.
Vehicle requirements for the test
You are responsible for providing a vehicle or vehicle combination as required by the instructor test (C, CE, D or DE) and that is compliant with the Swedish Transport Agency’s regulations for driving test category C, CE, D or DE.
When it is time to take your test, remember that you must bring a valid driving licence, a driver card and a recent registration certificate for the vehicle or vehicle combination with you.
What will happen during the category C and category D instructor test
The instructor test will take 180 minutes per category, including at least 100 minutes of driving.
Safety check
You will be asked to complete a full safety check. The examiner may ask you questions during and after this check. You must be able to give reasons why the vehicle is considered roadworthy. You are not allowed to use any tools, such as a checklist.
Driving in traffic and manoeuvring
As you drive, you will be driving towards destinations on both low-speed and high-speed roads, and you must be able to describe and justify your actions in different situations. You will also be asked to perform special manoeuvres during the test.
What will happen during the category CE and category DE instructor test
The instructor test will take 210 minutes, including at least 120 minutes of driving.
The instructor test begins with the vehicle combination uncoupled.
Safety check
You will be asked to complete a full safety check. The examiner may ask you questions during and after this check. You must be able to give reasons why the vehicle is considered roadworthy. You are not allowed to use any tools, such as a checklist.
Driving in traffic and manoeuvring
As you drive, you will be driving towards destinations on both low-speed and high-speed roads, and you must be able to describe and justify your actions in different situations. You will also be asked to perform special manoeuvres during the test.
The instructor test will end with you uncoupling the vehicle combination.
After the test
The examiner will make an overall assessment of your driving, and you will be told your result immediately afterwards. Please note that the requirements for an instructor test are more stringent than for a driving test for the corresponding licence category. To pass the instructor test, you need to have a consistently good driving record and pass the safety check as well.
Your score will be based on a scale of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest score (consistently very good driving). A score of at least 5 (consistently good driving) and passing the safety check are required to pass the instructor test.
Validity of the instructor test
A successful instructor test is valid for one year, and the result certificate must be sent with your application for the training.