Driving lessons with an interpreter: Your path to a driving license in your own language

When obtaining your driver's license, it is important that you feel comfortable and understand everything well, especially if you do not yet have a good command of the Dutch language. That is why we offer driving lessons with an interpreter, so that you can understand the course material and traffic rules in your own language. This can be done during both regular driving lessons and the practical exam. Here you can read how you can arrange driving lessons with an interpreter.

What is a driving lesson with an interpreter?

An interpreter during driving lessons ensures that the instructor and you understand each other well, even if you do not (yet) speak Dutch well. The interpreter translates everything the driving instructor says, so that you fully understand the lesson material. This makes the process a lot easier and less stressful. You can take an interpreter with you for both the practical lessons and the practical exam.

How do I arrange driving lessons with an interpreter?

1. Contact your driving school
Ask if they offer driving lessons with an interpreter. Not all driving schools work with interpreters as standard, but we ensure that you receive the right support. When making an appointment, indicate that you want to use an interpreter, so that we can arrange an interpreter in time.

2. Choose the right interpreter
Depending on the language you speak, you can choose an interpreter in the language of your choice. This could be English, Arabic, Turkish, Ukrainian, or another language. The interpreter will make sure that you understand all traffic rules and driving instructions.

3. Schedule your driving lessons
The driving school and the interpreter will plan the driving lessons together with you. Make sure you take enough lessons before you take the practical exam. You need enough time to understand the traffic situations and the lesson material well.

Interpreter during the practical exam

You can also bring an interpreter to your **practical exam**. This ensures that you can understand the examiner's explanation well and can take the exam without extra stress. The CBR (Central Bureau for Driving Licences) allows the use of an interpreter during the practical exam, provided that the interpreter meets certain conditions.

NOTE: You must indicate in advance that you want to use an interpreter during your practical exam. The CBR will then arrange the interpreter, but there may be additional costs involved.

Information from the CBR

The CBR offers extensive information about using an interpreter during driving lessons and the practical exam. They have clear guidelines for taking an interpreter and what exactly needs to be arranged. For more information, you can consult the following pages of the CBR:

- CBR: Interpreter during driving lessons
- CBR: Interpreter during the practical exam

What are the costs?

The costs for driving lessons with an interpreter can vary depending on the driving school and the interpreter. The costs for the interpreter itself are often charged separately. It is important to be clear about the costs in advance, so that you do not encounter any surprises.

Summary

- You can take an interpreter with you to your driving lessons and practical exam.
- It helps you understand driving instructions and traffic rules well.
- Arrange the interpreter in good time through your driving school.
- The CBR has clear guidelines regarding the use of an interpreter during the exam.
- Check the costs in advance with your driving school.

Want to know more or arrange an interpreter for your driving lessons? Feel free to contact us and we will help you further!