Al Wakrah General Directorate of Traffic · Truck & Bus
Al Wakrah General Directorate of Traffic Truck & Bus Theory Test
Free practice for the General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory (knowledge) test in Al Wakrah. Sit timed mock exams and topic tests with the answer and an explanation for every question, written from the public UAE traffic rules and standard GCC road signs. No signup, retake as often as you like.
5
Practice tests
3
Mock exams
75%
Pass mark
23/30
General Directorate of Traffic
Authority
Al Wakrah
Full mock exams
Timed, in the real test style. Score against the 75% pass mark.
Qatar Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 1
A full 30-question timed practice exam for the UAE heavy-vehicle (truck and bus) theory test. Covers shared road rules and signs plus heavy-vehicle handling and safety. Aim for 23/30 (75%) to pass.
Qatar Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 2
Second full heavy-vehicle mock exam with a fresh 30-question selection across road rules, signs and truck and bus topics. Keep practising without repetition.
Qatar Truck & Bus Theory Mock Test 3
Third full heavy-vehicle mock exam and a strong final readiness check before your real truck or bus theory test. Another distinct set of 30 timed questions.
Heavy vehicle skills
Instant feedback and an explanation after every question.
Qatar Heavy Vehicle Skills Test 1
First set of questions on truck and bus operation: braking distances, load stability, blind spots, turning space and vehicle checks. Master the skills unique to heavy vehicles.
Qatar Heavy Vehicle Skills Test 2
Second set of heavy-vehicle questions covering coupling, tunnels and bridges, passenger safety, hill starts and managing long or wide loads. Complete both tests for full coverage.
How to prepare in three steps
Warm up by topic
Drill the core topics with instant feedback until each one feels easy.
Sit a timed mock
Run a full mock exam against the clock, with no feedback until the end, just like the real test.
Review and retake
Read the explanation for every miss, then retake until you clear the pass mark comfortably.
How to get your Truck & Bus driving licence in Al Wakrah, Qatar
Obtaining a driving licence in Qatar is administered by the General Directorate of Traffic (GDT), which operates under the Ministry of Interior (MOI). Residents who do not qualify for a direct foreign-licence conversion must enrol at an approved driving school -- the most commonly used is Karwa Driving School (formerly Gulf Driving School) -- and complete a sequence of medical screening, theory (signals) testing, and practical road tests before a licence is issued. The process applies to light vehicles (Category 3 passenger cars) as the primary category for most residents. All official transactions, appointment bookings, and status tracking can be performed through the Metrash2 mobile application or the MOI portal. Actual requirements, fees, and eligibility rules do change; confirm the current requirements with the General Directorate of Traffic (for example via Metrash2) before starting.
The step‑by‑step journey
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1. Residency and Eligibility Check
You must hold a valid Qatar ID (QID) and a valid residency permit. Applicants below a minimum age threshold (typically 18 for light vehicles, but confirm the current age requirements with the General Directorate of Traffic) are not eligible. If you hold a foreign licence from a country on the GDT approved-conversion list, you may qualify for a direct conversion without attending driving school -- see the foreignConversion section. Otherwise, proceed through the full school-based process.
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2. Eye and Medical Test
Before registering at a driving school, applicants must pass an approved eye (vision) test. Tests are typically conducted at optician centres or medical facilities listed or accepted by the GDT. The test assesses visual acuity and colour vision. Some driving schools facilitate an on-site or nearby medical check as part of enrolment; confirm with your chosen school whether a separate visit is needed. Bring your QID and passport. The medical certificate must be current; confirm acceptable validity periods with the school or the GDT.
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3. Enrolment at an Approved Driving School
Register at a GDT-approved driving school. Karwa Driving School is the largest and most widely used; it accepts applications online, via its own app, or in person at its branches. At enrolment you will submit your QID, passport, eye-test certificate, photographs, and any other documents the school requires (see the documents section). Fees are paid at this stage or in instalments as per school policy -- confirm the current fee schedule directly with the school. Be aware that Karwa can have significant waiting lists, especially for popular lesson time slots; apply early.
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4. Theory (Signals) Test
Before practical lessons begin you must pass the computer-based theory test, also called the signals test or RTA theory test. The test covers traffic signs, road rules, and safe-driving knowledge specific to Qatar. It is taken at the driving school or a GDT testing centre. Multiple language options are typically available (Arabic, English, and others -- confirm current language availability with the school or GDT). A passing mark is required to advance; if you fail you must wait a set period before re-sitting. The number of permitted attempts and the waiting period between attempts -- confirm with the GDT or your school, as these rules change.
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5. Driving Lessons
After passing the theory test you complete a set number of structured practical lessons with a certified instructor. Karwa specifies a mandatory minimum number of lesson hours before you are eligible to sit the practical test; this number may vary by the school's curriculum and your driving history. Lessons cover vehicle control, road awareness, lane discipline, roundabout navigation (very common in Qatar), parking, and emergency procedures. Additional lessons beyond the minimum may be purchased if the instructor or examiner determines you need more practice.
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6. Practical Assessment: Signal, Parking, and Road Tests
The practical assessment typically consists of separate evaluated components: (a) a signals or manoeuvres test on the driving school grounds, which may include parking, hill start, emergency stop, and basic control exercises; (b) a road test conducted on public roads with a GDT examiner. Common reasons for failing include not checking mirrors, improper lane discipline, failure at roundabouts, stalling, and exceeding speed limits. If you fail, you must book a retest after a mandatory waiting period -- confirm the current retesting rules with the GDT or your school. The examiner's decision is final.
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7. Licence Issuance
On passing all practical tests, the driving school submits your file to the GDT for licence issuance. The Qatar driving licence (plastic card) is typically collected from the school or a GDT counter, or in some cases mailed. Processing times vary. You can track the status via Metrash2. The licence is linked to your QID and residency; it must be renewed or updated if your residency status changes. Confirm current issuance timelines and collection procedures with the GDT.
Tips to pass
- Apply to Karwa Driving School (or another approved school) as early as possible -- waiting lists for enrolment and lesson slots can be several months long.
- Use Metrash2 to track your file status, book GDT appointments, and receive notifications rather than visiting offices in person where avoidable.
- Study Qatar traffic signs and road rules thoroughly before the theory test; free practice materials are available on the Karwa Driving School website and via the MOI.
- Practise roundabout navigation extensively before the road test -- Qatar roads feature roundabouts frequently and examiners pay close attention to correct lane use and signalling.
- Keep all your documents in a clear folder: QID, passport copy, eye test certificate, and photographs. Schools and GDT offices may request them at any stage.
- If you hold a foreign licence, check the GDT approved-country conversion list before enroling in driving school -- a direct conversion (if eligible) is significantly faster and cheaper.
This is a short version for the truck & bus class. Read the full Al Wakrah licence guide for documents, fees, booking and every stage in detail.
Passing the Al Wakrah General Directorate of Traffic Truck & Bus theory test
This track prepares you for the truck and bus (heavy-vehicle) licence with the General Directorate of Traffic in Al Wakrah. The theory test is 30 multiple-choice questions with a 75% pass mark, so you need 23 correct within about 20 minutes. Alongside the core road signs and rules, expect questions on load safety, braking distances, blind spots and manoeuvring large vehicles.
Warm up with the topic tests, then sit the 3 timed mock exams so the format feels familiar on the day. Every question is written from the public UAE traffic rules and standard GCC road signs, with the correct answer and a short explanation.
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Truck & Bus theory test FAQs
The General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus theory (knowledge) test has 30 multiple-choice questions and you need 23 correct to pass, which is 75%. You get about 20 minutes. Confirm the exact requirements for the truck & bus class with the General Directorate of Traffic, as they can change.
This track prepares you for the truck and bus (heavy-vehicle) licence. It focuses on load safety, braking distances, blind spots and manoeuvring large vehicles, alongside the core road signs and rules that appear on every General Directorate of Traffic theory test.
There are 5 free practice tests for the Al Wakrah General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus track: 3 timed mock exams and 2 topic tests. Each has the correct answer and an explanation for every question.
Expect road signs and signals, right of way, roundabouts, lane discipline, speed limits, parking, and fines and penalties, plus load safety, braking distances, blind spots and manoeuvring large vehicles for the truck & bus class. Our questions are drawn from the public traffic rules and standard GCC road signs.
Fees for the truck & bus class are set by the General Directorate of Traffic and approved driving schools and can change, so we do not quote a fixed price. Usually you register with a driving school, complete the required lectures, then sit the theory test at an approved centre. Confirm the current fee and steps with the General Directorate of Traffic or your driving school.
Yes. Every Al Wakrah General Directorate of Traffic truck & bus mock exam and topic test is completely free, needs no account or signup, and you can retake it as many times as you like until you clear the 75% pass mark.
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