Does Ireland have a theory test 2025?

The first step to learning to drive in Ireland is to pass the driver theory test. The theory test is a computer-based exam of motoring theory appropriate to the category of vehicle you want to be licenced to drive.

Is the theory test hard in Ireland 2025?

According to the Road Safety Authority, pass rates at test centres across Ireland range from 36% to 73%. That's a big difference, but also a large amount of people not passing their theory test, even at the test centres with the higher pass rates!

How many questions are on the theory test in Ireland in 2025?

Key Takeaways. The driver theory test in Ireland consists of 40 multiple-choice questions, requiring at least 35 correct answers to pass, emphasising the need for thorough preparation.

Can you do your theory test online in Ireland?

The online testing service was launched in 2021 as a pilot project. The pilot phase is now complete and the Driver Theory Test Service will review the findings of this project. No further bookings are available for online testing.

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Road signs, Markings and Traffic regulations

Road signs, Markings and Traffic regulations

Question 1 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Steep decline to the left.
Pass on the left.
Keep left.

Explanation:

"This sign tells you that you must keep left. It is usually displayed at a traffic island in the centre of the road and also used on occasion to control traffic at roadworks."
No left turn.

Road signs, Markings and Traffic regulations

Question 1 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 2 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 3 of 206

What does this sign mean when displayed on the approach to a toll plaza?

Question 4 of 206

What does this hand signal mean?

Question 5 of 206

What do flashing amber arrows indicate at a junction?

Question 6 of 206

What colour traffic light comes on after a non-flashing amber light?

Question 7 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 8 of 206

What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited?

Question 9 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 10 of 206

At roadworks, what does this sign mean?

Question 11 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 12 of 206

What does this road marking mean?

Question 13 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 14 of 206

What is the maximum permissible speed for cars and motorcycles on motorways?

Question 15 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 16 of 206

What does this sign mean when displayed on the approach to a toll plaza?

Question 17 of 206

Within what distance of a road junction is parking prohibited?

Question 18 of 206

Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a trailer on a motorway?

Question 19 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 20 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 21 of 206

Apart from cyclists and motorised wheelchairs, what other road users may use an unoccupied cycle lane accompanied by a broken white line?

Question 22 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 23 of 206

When is parking permitted on a footpath?

Question 24 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 25 of 206

What does this sign mean at a roundabout?

Question 26 of 206

When traffic lights are green, when should a driver not proceed?

Question 27 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 28 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 29 of 206

What does this hand signal mean?

Question 30 of 206

When is double parking permitted?

Question 31 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 32 of 206

If driving from A to B, what do these road markings mean?

Question 33 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 34 of 206

What do these signs together mean?

Question 35 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 36 of 206

What does this Garda signal mean?

Question 37 of 206

What does this sign mean?

Question 38 of 206

What road users must comply with traffic lights (including pedestrian lights)?

Question 39 of 206

What does this road marking mean?

Question 40 of 206