køreprøven

Køreprøven is the practical driving test required to obtain a Danish driver's license for motor vehicles in category B (cars). It is part of the licensing process, following the teoriprøve (theory test). The examination is administered by the Danish Transport Authority (Færdselsstyrelsen) or its authorized test centers, and is conducted in collaboration with licensed driving schools and examiners.

The test consists of two main components. First, a set of maneuvers performed in a closed test area, including tasks such as parking and controlled starts. Second, a practical drive on public roads in a defined area, with instructions from an official examiner. During the test, the candidate must demonstrate safe vehicle control, correct use of mirrors and signals, appropriate speed and positioning, adherence to traffic rules, hazard awareness, and decision-making under real traffic conditions. The duration typically ranges from about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the testing center and route.

Results and outcomes are determined by the examiner. A pass allows the candidate to proceed to final steps of license issuance, while a fail requires scheduling a new attempt after the waiting period set by the authorities. Candidates may retake the køreprøven multiple times, subject to administrative rules and availability. Successful completion of both theory and practical tests is generally required before the driving license is issued.