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Adapted theory tests

If you have ADHD, ADD or autism, for example, you can apply to take the test in a way that suits you. We can adapt the theory test for anyone who needs special support when reading.

Theory test with extended test time

You can apply for extra time to complete the test if you have difficulty reading. In this case, you will take the test on a computer in a room with other people, and you will have more time to complete the test. You can listen to the questions during the test if you wish.

Category Regular test time With extenden test time
AM 50 minutes 75 minutes
A1, A2, A 50 minutes 75 minutes
B 50 minutes 75 minutes
BE 40 minutes 60 minutes
C1, C1E, C, CE 40 minutes 60 minutes
D1, D1E, D, DE 40 minutes 60 minutes
Tractor 50 minutes 75 minutes

Oral theory test

The oral theory test is for anyone with severe reading difficulties. You will take the test in a private room with a specially trained examiner who will put the questions to you. The test takes 90 minutes.

There are two versions of the oral theory test:

  • oral assessment test
  • oral test read out

Oral assessment test

The examiner puts the questions to you orally, and you answer them in your own words. You will not read any text during the test. Some questions are accompanied by a picture or a video. You have the opportunity to ask if you are not sure whether you have understood the question. The examiner will assess whether your answers are correct.
This test may suit anyone who finds it easier to explain things in their own words.

Oral test read out

The examiner reads out the questions and the answers to choose from. You will also see the text and select whichever answer you think is right. The test is corrected automatically by the computer.
This test may be suitable for anyone who finds it difficult to answer questions in their own words, and who would prefer to choose from a selection of possible answers instead.

Both types of oral test can be done with a sign language interpreter or an interpreter in another language. If you need an interpreter, you must state this in your application.

Theory test with an interpreter

The theory test with an interpreter is for anyone who is unable to read and understand Swedish. You take the test on a computer in a private room, with an examiner who reads out the questions in Swedish. The interpreter will then translate the questions and the answers to choose from into your language. You click on whichever answer you think is correct. 

Category Test time, theory test with an interpreter
AM 100 minutes
B 100 minutes
BE 80 minutes
A1, A2, A 100 minutes
C1, C1E, C, CE 80 minutes
D1, D1E, D, DE 80 minutes
Tractor 100 minutes

 

Oral theory test with an interpreter

An oral theory test with an interpreter follows the same procedure as any of the oral tests. The interpreter translates what is said. This test may be suitable if you have severe reading difficulties in both Swedish and your native language. The test takes 120 minutes.

If you need a sign language interpreter – if you have severely impaired hearing or speech, for example – you can take the theory test with a sign language interpreter. The test takes 120 minutes. This applies to tractor licences and all driving licence categories except categories D1, D, D1E and DE.

Theory test in another language

The theory test for category B can be booked in another language. The test has been translated into 14 different languages and you choose which language you want to use when you book. You can switch the language to Swedish if you prefer during the test.

The theory test has been translated into:

  • Albanian
  • Arabic
  • BKS (for Bosnian-Croatian-Serbian)
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Persian
  • Russian
  • Somali
  • Sorani
  • Spanish
  • Thai
  • Tigrinja
  • Turkish


Apply for an adapted theory test

You have to show in your application that you need an adapted test. You can do this in two ways:

  • Attach a certificate or report indicating your diagnosis that shows that you need special support
  • Get help from a certifier to attest that you need an adapted test

The person certifying your application must have the right skills to be able to assess what adaptations you will need for the test. Examples may include:

  • a special needs teacher or special educational needs teacher
  • staff at certain driving schools
  • an SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) teacher
  • a speech therapist

Apply for an adapted theory test by logging in to the e-service portal using your BankID, or use the forms below.

Apply in the e-service portal

Please note that the applications are in Swedish.

When your application has been approved

When your application has been approved, you can book your test directly using the booking service, via your driving school or with our customer service team on 0771 17 18 19. The theory test with an interpreter is booked via customer service.

FAQ

Your application can be certified by, for example:

  • a special needs teacher or special educational needs teacher.
  • a speech therapist or other type of specialist.
  • a teacher at a school.
  • a teacher at an SFI school.
  • staff at a driving school.

No, you will need to book a new test to get the kind of adaptation you need.

About two weeks.

Videos on adapted tests

If you have difficulty reading you can apply for an oral test. The test is taken in a separate room with a specially trained examiner. The film explains how the tests are carried out.

This video demonstrates how theory tests assisted by an interpreter are conducted.

This video demonstrates how oral theory tests in a language other than Swedish are conducted.

This video demonstrates how oral theory tests assisted by a sign-language interpreter are conducted.

Adapted commercial driving tests

 

 

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