førerkort

Førerkort, or the driving license, is the official document that authorizes a person to operate motor vehicles on public roads in Norway. It is issued by Statens vegvesen, the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, and serves as proof of both knowledge of traffic rules and the ability to drive safely. The license is organized into vehicle categories that determine which vehicles the holder may drive.

The category system is aligned with European standards. Main categories include AM for mopeds and light vehicles, A, A1, and A2 for motorcycles, B for passenger cars up to 3,500 kg (with some trailer allowances), BE for cars with larger trailers, and C and D for heavy goods vehicles and buses, with CE and other combinations for towing capabilities. The exact requirements and minimum ages vary by category.

To obtain a Førerkort, applicants typically must meet minimum age requirements, complete required training (including Trafikalt grunnkurs, the traffic safety course), and undertake both theoretical and practical testing. Theoretical exams (teoriprøven) cover traffic rules and safe driving, while the practical exam (førerprøve) assesses actual driving ability. A vision test is mandatory, and some categories require medical certificates. After successful testing, the license is issued and must be renewed periodically.

Licenses are generally valid for up to 15 years and may require renewal, with age-based checks or medical reviews for older drivers. The Norwegian license is valid in other EEA and EFTA countries, and an International Driving Permit can be used for travel outside that area.

Penalties apply for driving without a valid license, or with a suspended or revoked license, and violations can lead to fines, points, or license suspension.