Cyprus Driving Test: Booking, Cost & Documents

To take the Cyprus driving test you book through the Department of Road Transport (DoRT) — online via the gov.cy Road Transport System or at a district DoRT office. The theory test is a short oral exam (about 20 questions, pass mark 17/20) with a fee of around €10, and you will need your ID or passport, proof of Cyprus residence, and the exam fee. This guide walks through the booking process, the costs at each stage, and exactly which documents to bring.

How to book your Cyprus driving test

Both the theory (oral) test and the practical test are arranged through the Department of Road Transport, the authority responsible for driving licences in Cyprus. You have two main options:

• Online — through the gov.cy “Road Transport System” service for booking a driving-licence examination in advance.
• In person — at a DoRT district office (Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, or Famagusta).

Because the theory test is conducted orally by an examiner, appointment slots and available languages (Greek or English) can vary by office — it is worth confirming both when you book. While you wait for your date, you can practise Cyprus theory test questions free on ExamReady and brush up on Cyprus road signs.

What documents do you need?

For the oral theory test and provisional (learner) licence application, bring:

• A valid passport or Cyprus ID card.
• Proof of Cyprus residence (for example a utility bill or rental agreement).
• The completed application form for a learner’s/provisional licence.
• The exam fee (payable when you sit the test).
• A basic eye / vision check is part of the process — you may be asked to read a number plate from a set distance.

For the practical driving test, you will additionally need your valid provisional licence and evidence of the driving lessons required before you can sit it. Requirements can change, so confirm the current document list with DoRT when booking.

How much does the Cyprus driving test cost?

Cyprus is one of the cheaper EU countries in which to get a licence. Government fees are set by the Department of Road Transport, so treat the figures below as a guide and confirm the current amounts on gov.cy when you book:

Stage	Approximate fee
Oral theory test	around €10 (payable each attempt)
Provisional (learner) licence	around €20
Practical driving test	around €20 (an out-of-hours slot can cost extra)

On top of government fees, most learners budget for driving-school lessons (typically €20–30 per hour) and, if required, a medical certificate. Failing a test means paying that stage’s fee again, so preparing thoroughly with timed practice tests is the cheapest way to pass first time.

The step-by-step process

1. Apply for a provisional (learner) licence with your ID/passport, proof of residence, and the fee.
2. Sit the oral theory test — an examiner asks about 20 questions on the Highway Code and road signs; you need 17 correct (85%) to pass. It takes roughly 15 minutes.
3. Take driving lessons and practise on the road with your provisional licence.
4. Book and pass the practical driving test with a DoRT examiner.
5. Receive your driving licence.

For the full picture of the exam itself, see our complete guide to the Cyprus driving test, and to prepare for the oral format specifically, read what the examiner asks in the Cyprus oral test.

How ExamReady helps you prepare

Because the Cyprus theory test is oral, being able to recall answers instantly — not just recognise them on a screen — is what gets you through. ExamReady lets you practise real Cyprus theory questions and drill every Cyprus road sign until the answers are automatic, so you walk into the examiner’s office confident.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cyprus theory test cost?

The oral theory test fee is around €10, payable each time you sit it. Fees are set by the Department of Road Transport, so confirm the current amount on gov.cy when you book.

How do I book the Cyprus driving test?

You book through the Department of Road Transport (DoRT) — either online via the gov.cy Road Transport System or in person at a district DoRT office in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, or Famagusta.

What documents do I need for the Cyprus theory test?

Bring a valid passport or Cyprus ID card, proof of Cyprus residence, your completed learner’s-licence application, and the exam fee. A basic eye/vision check is also part of the process.

Is the Cyprus theory test oral or written?

It is oral. A Department of Road Transport examiner asks about 20 Highway Code and road-sign questions verbally, in Greek or English, and you answer out loud — you need 17 of 20 correct (85%) to pass.

How long is the provisional licence valid?

The Cyprus provisional (learner) licence is generally valid for one year, during which you take lessons and sit the practical test. Confirm current validity with DoRT, as rules can change.