How long is the theory test valid?

Validity period and duration of the theory test for different driving license categories

The theory test, also known as the knowledge test, is part of the driving license process and must be passed before you can take the practical driving test. The validity period of a passed theory test depends on the driving license category you are applying for. The duration of the theory test also varies depending on the type of license.

Validity period of the theory test

The validity period of the theory test depends on the driving license category:

• For a B license (passenger car), a passed theory test is valid for four months. During the pandemic, a temporary extension to six months was introduced, but the validity has now returned to four months. Discussions are ongoing about extending the validity period to twelve months, but this has not yet been implemented.
• For other license categories, such as A1, A2, A (motorcycle), AM (moped), BE (car with a heavy trailer), C1, C, C1E, CE (truck), D1, D, D1E, DE (bus), the theory test is valid for twelve months.

If you do not complete and pass the driving test within the validity period, you must retake the theory test.

How much time do you have for the theory test?

The duration of the theory test varies depending on the license category:

• AM (moped): 50 minutes
• A1, A2, A (motorcycle): 50 minutes
• B (passenger car): 50 minutes
• BE (car with a heavy trailer): 40 minutes
• C1, C1E, C, CE (truck): 40 minutes
• D1, D1E, D, DE (bus): 40 minutes
• Tractor: 50 minutes

Some individuals may apply for extended test time:

• AM, A1, A2, A, B, Tractor: 75 minutes
• BE, C1, C1E, C, CE, D1, D1E, D, DE: 60 minutes

How long is the theory test valid for a driving license?

If you are wondering how long the theory test is valid for a driving license, it depends on the category you are applying for. For a B license, the validity is four months, while the theory test for all other categories is valid for twelve months.

It is important to schedule your driving test in time to ensure that the theory test does not expire. If the validity period expires, you must retake the theory test before you can take the driving test.

What happens if the validity period of the theory test expires?

If the theory test is no longer valid, you must retake the theory test before you can take a new driving test. To avoid this, it is recommended that you book your driving test well in advance.

If you are wondering about the validity period of the theory test in 2025, the same rules as today apply: four months for a B license and twelve months for other categories. Regulations may change, so always check the latest information on the Swedish Transport Agency’s website.

How long after passing the theory test do you have to take the driving test?

After passing the theory test, you have four months for a B license and twelve months for other categories to complete the driving test. If this period expires before you pass the driving test, you must retake the theory test.

For the latest regulations on the validity period of the theory test and test durations for different license categories, visit the Swedish Transport Agency’s website.

Conclusion

The validity period of a passed theory test depends on the driving license category. For a B license, the validity is four months, while the theory test for other licenses is valid for twelve months. The test duration varies from 40 to 50 minutes depending on the license type. To avoid having to retake the theory test, it is important to schedule the driving test within the validity period.