Identification for the theory and driving test

Before taking the theory test and driving test, CBR staff will check your identity. If you do not have a valid identification, you will not be allowed to take the theory test or the driving test.

If you are a Dutch national, you must bring at least one of the following documents with you:

• A valid Dutch passport.
• A valid Dutch identity card.
• A Dutch driving license. This may have expired.

If you also have another nationality, use your Dutch identity card.

If you are a national of a country in the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland, you will need the following documents as valid proof of identity:

• A valid EU, EEA, or Swiss passport;
• A valid EU, EEA, or Swiss national identity card;
• A valid EU, EEA, or Swiss residence permit.

If you are a national of a country outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, or if you are from the United Kingdom you will need one or more of the following documents as valid proof of identity

• A valid foreign passport with a valid sticker for residence in the Netherlands;
• A valid Dutch residence permit.;
• A valid Dutch travel document for refugees;
• A valid Dutch travel document for foreigners;
• A valid foreign identity card. Please note: this only applies if the test does not give you a category on your driving license;
• A return visa is not the same as a valid residence sticker in the Netherlands. A return visa is not a valid ID document for the theory and driving test.

What will not be accepted:

• Copies or evidence of loss;
• Emergency passports;
• Temporary passports;
• Damaged documents.