Føreropplæringsregistre

Føreropplæringsregistre are official records maintained in Norway that document the completion of driver training and the acquisition of driver's licenses for various vehicle categories. These registers are crucial for ensuring that individuals operating vehicles meet the necessary training and competency standards.

The primary purpose of these registers is to provide a verifiable record of a driver's qualifications. When a person completes the required theoretical and practical training for a specific vehicle class, such as a car, motorcycle, or truck, and passes the relevant examinations, this information is recorded in the register. This includes details about the driving school attended, the dates of training, and the successful completion of tests.

These registers are managed by the Norwegian Public Roads Administration (Statens vegvesen). They serve as a central database accessible to relevant authorities for verification and administrative purposes. For example, when a police officer stops a driver, they can access this information to confirm the validity of the driver's license and ensure they are qualified to operate the specific vehicle.

The existence of føreropplæringsregistre contributes to road safety by providing a standardized and transparent system for driver licensing. It helps to prevent unqualified individuals from driving and ensures that all drivers have undergone a regulated training process. The information contained within these registers is considered official documentation of a person's driving qualifications.