Mandatory documents for the theoretical exam: the complete checklist

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Are you taking the theoretical exam for category B driving licence in Belgium? Here is the exact list of mandatory documents to present so that your exam is valid.

Identity card, proof of payment... Discover all the documents to bring on the day of your exam to make sure you don't forget anything.

On the day of your theoretical exam , you must present specific documents. Forgetting one of them can compromise your participation. Here is what you absolutely must have with you. Identity document: essential The main document to bring is your valid Belgian identity card . It is the only identity document accepted to identify you during the exam. Make sure your card has not expired before the day of the exam. Tip: Arrive a few minutes early to allow examiners to verify your identity without stress. In case of loss or theft If your identity card has been lost or stolen , you must present an official certificate of loss or theft . This certificate temporarily replaces your identity card for the exam. Important: You cannot take the exam with a simple loss certificate if you have not yet requested a replacement . The certificate must be an official document issued by your municipality or the police. Proof of payment or registration confirmation Depending on your region (Flanders, Wallonia or Brussels), you must also present a proof of payment or an exam registration confirmation . This document confirms that you are registered and that fees have been paid. Check with your regional

exam centre for the exact procedures. Summary: your checklist Valid Belgian identity card (mandatory). Certificate of loss or theft if your card has gone missing. Proof of payment or registration confirmation depending on your region. Arrive at the exam with these three items and you will be ready. Any omission risks preventing you from participating, so prepare your file the day before. To go further Now that you know what documents to bring, here is how to prepare as best as possible: Test your knowledge with a free simulation on the Belgian highway code. Deepen your knowledge through our complete highway code lessons before exam day. Practice with our exam simulations to reproduce real conditions. Exchange with other candidates on the community space to share your experiences.