Arrive & Drive™: An accelerated driving program for Expats and Internationals!
So you want your Dutch driver’s license, but there’s one thing standing in the way: the Dutch driving exams.
As an expat in the Netherlands, you’ve probably driven in your home country or other countries before.
However, with its tricky highway systems, different road rules, and millions of cyclists, driving in the Netherlands is not for the faint-hearted — and it has one of the most challenging driving exams in the world.
But don’t let that stop you! With Arrive & Drive™, you can get your Dutch driver’s license in as little as one week using our specialised program with experienced English-speaking instructors.
Please note: the exact timeline depends on your driving experience and the country where your original license was issued.
Want to know more details about your Dutch driver's licence, read this: the Dutch driving licence for expats - all you have to know.
🚘What is Arrive and Drive™?
Arrive & Drive is a program designed for expats and internationals who already know how to drive but who need to pass the Dutch driving exam to receive their Dutch license.
The efficient teaching program includes accelerated advanced driving training to upgrade your driving style, feel comfortable on Dutch roads, and pass your exam.
But Arrive & Drive is also perfectly suited for '30-ruling' expats who want to upgrade their driving style so that they too can drive safely and confidently through Dutch traffic. Of course, we also pay attention to this group with regard to Dutch traffic regulations, considering all our various priority rules.
You’ll take your lessons with English-speaking instructors who specialise in helping expats transfer their driving skills and experience to Dutch roads.
Did you know: In the Netherlands, your family and friends can’t teach you to drive — only a registered driving instructor can!
👫How Arrive & Drive works
Your Arrive & Drive program can be completed in just four steps:
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Sign up for Arrive & Drive™, take a 60-minute intake test that replicates the Dutch practical exam, and pass your CBR theory exam. When you sign up, you’ll also get two months of access to Theory College Netherlands’ online crash course!
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A one-day driving training course at our location from 10 AM to 5 PM where we focus on adjusting your driving skills to Dutch standards. This means improving how you handle your car, getting rid of “bad habits” like steering with one hand or coasting through corners with the clutch in, and other unique habits. ;-)
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Complete as little as three driving lessons in the exam area to perfect your technique and get comfortable with the Dutch road system. Depending on the results of your intake test, additional lessons may be required. If so, we will schedule them as efficiently as possible for you.
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Take your Dutch practical driving exam. Exams can be scheduled directly after your final lesson on public roads.
TIP! Sign up for Arrive & Drive™ at least one month in advance to ensure test and practise time slots are available!
🗺️Who is Arrive & Drive for?
Arrive & Drive is for expats and internationals in the Netherlands who:
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Have a driver’s license from another non-EU country
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Want their Dutch driver’s licence
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Want to save time and get their license fast (truly!)
- Also very suitable for '30%-ruling' expats who want to get more comfortable with driving on Dutch roads!
Advantages of Arrive & Drive™
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Crash course to get your Dutch driver’s license ultra-fast
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Instructors specialised in a skills-based program for internationals
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Dedicated exam time slots available
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Upfront and transparent pricing
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Theory exam training and support
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Accessible from anywhere in the Netherlands
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Pick-up and drop-off service between train station and training location
💶How much does it cost?
Arrive & Drive's specialised program targets the skills that expats and internationals need to adapt their driving to Dutch roads. That means you can get your license faster than other schools.
Ask for our latest Arrive & Drive™ crash course price. Additional lessons are possible for 69 EUR, including VAT.
The standard course includes:
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A one-day accelerated advanced driving training course
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Three hours of one-on-one driving on Dutch roads (exam area)
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Access to online theory training (when needed)
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The CBR practical exam, car, and instructor
⌚How long does it take to get a Dutch driver’s license with Arrive & Drive?
There are many factors that change how long it will take you to get used to driving on Dutch roads. The most important factors include:
- Which countries you have previously driven in
- How long you have had your license
- If you drove in the first six months of arriving in the Netherlands
☝️Available Arrive & Drive™ Crash course starting dates
Depending on your driving level and timely registration, we can reserve exam possibilities in as little as one week.
Arrive & Drive: crash course Start dates 2025
First training Day: 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, May 7 - FULLY BOOKED
- Monday, May 12 - FULLY BOOKED
- Tuesday, May 20 - last seats
- Wednesday, June 18 - last seats
📌Where does Arrive & Drive take place?
All of Arrive & Drive’s lessons and trainings take place near Eindhoven, Venlo or Maastricht.
You’ll be picked up at the Central Station by your qualified instructor. When you’re ready, you’ll take your exam at CBR Mierlo, CBR Venlo or CBR Maastricht, where exam appointments are frequently available.
❓Arrive & Drive: Frequently Asked Questions
Find here all Arrive & Drive Frequently Asked Questions. But you can always contact me below.
See you at the intake test!
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🤔Why driving in the Netherlands is difficult?
The Dutch driving exam is considered one of the hardest (and best) exams in the world. The Netherlands has a dense population in a tiny area, so its roads are tightly packed and incredibly organised.
To get your driver’s license in the Netherlands, you need to pass a three-part theoretical test and prove you can drive safely and efficiently on roads in the Netherlands in the “New Dutch style”.
That’s pretty different compared to:
● Mexico, where in some places you often become licensed with just a written test
● India, which focuses only on basic practical skills
● The US and Canada, which belong in the top 10 easiest countries to get your driver’s license.Driving in the Netherlands means responding to other road users, traffic situations, and different usage of different roads — while still avoiding all those bikes and canals.
Want to know more about driving and driver’s licenses in the Netherlands? Read the guide!
Source: LesDirect 'Arrive & Drive' TM
