Al Asimah (Capital) General Traffic Department - Kuwait Road Signs Practice Test 2

Q: How many questions is the Al Asimah (Capital) General Traffic Department light vehicle theory test?

The official General Traffic Department light vehicle theory test in Al Asimah (Capital) has 20 questions and you need 15 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 22 questions.

Q: Is this the real exam?

These are original practice questions to help you revise. They are not the official Kuwait exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Traffic Department (Ministry of Interior), and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department.

Q: Is this practice test free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no signup or payment, and you can retake it as many times as you like.

Q: What does the Al Asimah (Capital) light vehicle theory test cover?

Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.

Question 1

On a highway in Kuwait, where do exits typically appear?

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On the right side of the road. Because Kuwait drives on the right, highway exits branch off to the right. Drivers who need to exit should move to the right lane well in advance of the exit, following directional signs. Exiting from the left lane is dangerous and not permitted.

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On the left side of the road

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Alternating left and right depending on the destination

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In the centre via a u-turn lane

Question 2

What colour background do direction and information signs generally have on Kuwaiti roads?

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Green for major roads and highways, blue for services. In Kuwait, motorway and primary route direction signs use a green background with white text, while service and facility information signs often use blue. Local direction signs may use white. Confirm specific sign designs with the General Traffic Department as conventions can vary.

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Red for highways and blue for local roads

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Yellow for all directions

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White with black text on all road types

Question 3

You are driving on a multi-lane road in Kuwait at 100 km/h in the right lane. A vehicle behind you is flashing its headlights repeatedly. What does this most likely mean?

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The vehicle behind wants to overtake and you should stay right; you are already in the correct lane. Flashing headlights in GCC countries typically means the vehicle behind wants to pass. In Kuwait (right-hand traffic), the right lane is the normal driving lane. If you are already in the right lane, the overtaking vehicle should use the left lane to pass. You do not need to move further right but should not be blocking a faster vehicle that cannot pass.

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You should move to the left lane immediately

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There is a police checkpoint ahead

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The driver behind is warning you about a hazard on your left

Question 4

What does a white rectangular sign with a number inside a red circle placed at a junction mean?

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A new speed limit is being introduced from that point. A red circle with a number on a white background at a junction marks the start of a new speed limit. The limit applies from the point of the sign onwards until another limit sign or the end of the restriction is indicated. Always look for these signs when passing through junctions.

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You are entering a numbered road zone

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The distance in kilometres to the next speed camera

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A minimum speed that must be maintained

Question 5

What does a red signal at a traffic light mean?

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Stop and do not proceed until the light turns green. A red traffic light means stop. You must not cross the stop line while the light is red. In Kuwait, turning right on red is not generally permitted unless a specific supplementary sign or green arrow signal authorises it. Confirm with the General Traffic Department for any local exceptions.

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Slow down and prepare to stop if there is traffic

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Stop only if pedestrians are present

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You may turn right after checking for traffic

Question 6

What does an amber (yellow) traffic light signal mean when it appears on its own?

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Stop if you can do so safely; the light is about to turn red. A steady amber light means the signal is about to change to red. You must stop if it is safe to do so. If you are so close to the stop line that braking would be dangerous, you may continue, but you must not accelerate to beat the light.

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Speed up to clear the junction before it turns red

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Proceed with caution; the light is about to turn green

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Yield to oncoming traffic but do not stop

Question 7

What does a flashing amber traffic light mean?

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Proceed with caution; treat the junction with extra care. A flashing amber signal at a junction or crossing means proceed with caution. It is often used at times of low traffic volume or at night. You do not need to stop as at a red light, but you must be alert and give way to any hazard or crossing pedestrian. Confirm local practices with the General Traffic Department.

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Stop and wait for a full green signal before proceeding

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The traffic lights are broken; turn around

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Pedestrian crossing is active; stop for pedestrians only

Question 8

What is the correct action when you see a flashing red traffic light?

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Stop completely, then proceed when safe, treating it like a Stop sign. A flashing red light has the same meaning as a Stop sign: stop completely, then proceed only when it is safe to do so. You do not have to wait for it to change to green. Treat it as you would an intersection controlled by a Stop sign.

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Slow to 20 km/h and proceed without stopping

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Stop and wait until the light changes to green

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Sound your horn and proceed with caution

Question 9

What does a green arrow pointing right alongside a red traffic light mean at a signalised junction in Kuwait?

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You may turn right even though the main signal is red, but you must give way to other traffic. A green filter arrow authorises the specified movement (in this case turning right) even when the main red light is showing. You must still give way to pedestrians on the crossing and to any other traffic that has a conflicting right of way. Confirm availability at your specific junction with the General Traffic Department.

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You must turn right; going straight is not permitted

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Right turns are forbidden at this junction

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You may proceed in all directions

Question 10

What does a white horizontal bar painted across your lane on the road surface at a junction mean?

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Stop line: you must stop your vehicle at or before this line. A solid white stop line across the road marks the point at which you must stop when required by a Stop sign or red traffic light. Your vehicle must be completely behind the line. If there is no stop line, stop at the sign or where you have a clear view of the road you are entering.

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Give way line: slow down and yield if traffic is present

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Pedestrian crossing marking: watch for pedestrians

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Lane-change zone: you may change lanes here

Question 11

What do a series of broken (dashed) white lines painted across the road at a junction indicate?

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A give way line: yield to traffic on the main road. Broken white lines across the carriageway at a junction are a give way marking. They indicate that you must yield to traffic on the priority road. Unlike a stop line, you only have to stop if it is necessary to give way, not as a rule every time.

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A stop line: you must always stop here

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A pedestrian crossing: watch for people crossing

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The end of a one-way street

Question 12

A yellow box junction is painted on the road. When may you enter the box?

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Only if your exit is clear and you will not block the box. A yellow box junction (hatched yellow square) prohibits you from stopping inside it. You may only enter the box if your exit is already clear so that you can drive completely through without stopping. Blocking a box junction is a traffic offence and attracts fines. Confirm with the General Traffic Department for local enforcement.

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Whenever the traffic lights show green

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Only if no other vehicles are anywhere inside the box

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Never; yellow boxes are for emergency vehicles only

Question 13

You are driving on the Ring Road in Kuwait City. A sign shows a camera icon with the number 120. What does this most likely indicate?

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A speed camera is enforcing the 120 km/h limit at this location. A camera icon combined with a speed number indicates a speed-enforcement camera (radar) operating at that limit. If you are travelling above 120 km/h past such a sign, you may receive an automatic traffic fine. Keep to the posted speed limit at all times.

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The road is 120 km long

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The camera records your number plate for tolling purposes

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The recommended speed in dry conditions is 120 km/h

Question 14

What does a sign with a red circle containing a red diagonal bar over a speed number (for example 80 with a bar through it) mean?

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The previous speed limit restriction is cancelled; national or default speed applies. A speed limit number with a diagonal bar through it is an end-of-speed-limit sign. It cancels the previously posted restriction and means the national or default speed limit for that road type resumes. Confirm the default limits for each road type with the General Traffic Department.

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The minimum speed is now 80 km/h

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Speed cameras ahead operating at 80 km/h

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An 80 km/h zone begins ahead

Question 15

What does a blue rectangular sign with a white arrow pointing right mean?

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You must keep right; it is a mandatory direction sign. A blue sign with a white directional arrow is a mandatory instruction sign telling you which direction you must take. A right-pointing arrow means keep right or turn right as directed. Blue positive instruction signs are compulsory under the GCC/Vienna Convention road sign system.

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Turning right is recommended but not required

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Right turn is prohibited

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The right lane is for buses only

Question 16

What does a sign showing a truck with a red diagonal bar mean?

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Heavy goods vehicles are prohibited on this road. A red circle with a truck symbol and a diagonal bar prohibits heavy goods vehicles from using that road. Private cars and light vehicles may still use it. Truck operators who ignore this sign commit a traffic offence and may face penalties.

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A truck loading zone is ahead

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Trucks must use the right lane only

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No parking for trucks beyond this point

Question 17

What does a triangular sign showing two cars side by side (one pointing toward you, one pointing away) mean?

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Two-way traffic ahead; be aware of oncoming vehicles. A warning triangle showing two cars facing opposite directions warns that two-way traffic is ahead. This is common where a road transitions from a one-way section back to two-way operation. Move to the right, reduce speed, and watch for oncoming vehicles.

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No overtaking zone begins here

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A dual carriageway merges into a single road

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A passing place is provided ahead for narrow roads

Question 18

What does a triangular warning sign with an exclamation mark (!) inside mean?

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General hazard or danger ahead; proceed with caution. A triangle with an exclamation mark is a general hazard warning sign. It indicates a danger ahead that is not covered by a more specific warning sign. Reduce speed and be prepared for unexpected conditions until you have passed the hazard.

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Road works ahead

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Speed cameras ahead

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A toll booth is ahead

Question 19

What does a rectangular sign with a white background and a red P with a time period below it indicate?

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Parking is allowed only during the times shown. A parking sign showing specific times means parking is permitted only within those hours. Outside the stated times, parking may be restricted or prohibited. Always read supplementary time-plate signs carefully and confirm any local restrictions with the General Traffic Department.

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No parking is allowed during the times shown

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Paid parking applies at all times

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Reserved parking for permit holders only

Question 20

You are driving in Kuwait and see a blue sign with a white bicycle and a walking person separated by a line. What does this mean?

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A shared path for pedestrians and cyclists; motor vehicles must not use it. A blue sign with both a bicycle and pedestrian symbol (separated by a line) designates a shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians only. Motor vehicles are not permitted to drive or park on this path. Each user type keeps to their designated side.

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Cyclists and pedestrians must not use this road

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A cycle lane is provided on the left side of the road

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Pedestrian and cycle crossing ahead; slow down

Question 21

What does a blue circular sign showing a white car with an arrow curving to the right mean?

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You must pass to the right of the sign or obstacle. A blue circle with an arrow curving right around a car means you must keep right and pass the obstacle on the right. It is commonly placed at a traffic island or refuge. This is a mandatory instruction sign and must be obeyed.

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Right turns only; straight on is prohibited

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A one-way road begins; keep right

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Overtaking on the right is permitted here

Question 22

At a junction in Kuwait, no signs or signals are present. Two vehicles arrive at the same time from roads meeting at a right angle. Who has priority?

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The vehicle on the right has priority. Where no signs or signals control a junction in Kuwait (and generally across GCC right-hand-traffic countries), the vehicle approaching from the right has priority. Give way to any vehicle on your right. Always confirm this with the General Traffic Department as specific junctions may have additional rules.

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The vehicle on the left has priority

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The vehicle travelling at higher speed has priority

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The vehicle on the main road always has priority regardless of direction

Al Asimah (Capital) General Traffic Department - Kuwait Road Signs Practice Test 2

Al Asimah (Capital) General Traffic Department - Kuwait Road Signs Practice Test 2

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