The Norwegian theory test in English – and how to practise for it
Statens vegvesen offers the theory test in several languages, and English is one of them. If that is your test language, practise in it — rather than translating in your head against the clock.
Why the language you practise in matters
Theory questions are precise by nature: “must”, “may”, “should” and “shall” are not the same thing, and a question can turn on a single word. Practising in Norwegian and sitting the test in English adds a translation step to every question — timed, under pressure.
Everything here exists in both languages: all 1480 questions with their explanations, the entire theory course, and the name and meaning of all 277 signs. You switch with one selector, and the content is the same — not an abridged English version.
Norwegian words worth knowing anyway
Even if you sit the test in English, the signs by the road are in Norwegian. Supplementary plates with text — “gjelder ikke buss” (does not apply to buses), “unntatt varelevering” (except deliveries) — are not translated out there. The same words turn up in questions about signs.
So it is worth reading the signs section in Norwegian at least once, even if you practise in English otherwise.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take the Norwegian theory test in English?
Yes. Statens vegvesen offers the theory test in several languages, including English. Check with them which languages apply when you book.
Is the English content here complete?
Yes. Every question, every explanation, the whole theory course and all sign names exist in English — it is not a subset.
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- The Norwegian theory test (class B) – how to practise and pass
- Free theory test class B – mock exam with answers and explanations
- Norwegian road signs, group by group
- Class B theory course – the whole syllabus, chapter by chapter
- Right of way in Norway – the rules, in the order they apply
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- Safety check, class B
- Questions and answers about the theory test
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