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Practical guides on costs, lessons, theory and the exam — written by instructors who drive the routes around Leiden every day.

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Costs

What does your driver's licence cost in 2026? The real picture

From lesson package to theory and exams: we lay out every cost clearly, so you can budget realistically up front — without nasty surprises afterwards.

18 June 20267 min read

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Exam

The CBR exam centre in Leiden is moving (temporarily) to Sassenheim

The CBR exam centre on the Smaragdlaan in Leiden says farewell on Friday 23 October 2026: from Tuesday 27 October 2026, practical exams in our region are temporarily taken in Van der Valk Sassenheim. This is what that means for your exam.

27 September 20265 min readRead article

Exam

The interim test (TTT) explained: what does it get you?

The interim test is fully back at the CBR since 30 March 2026. We explain what the test is, which exemption you can earn with it, which conditions apply and what it costs.

1 September 20267 min readRead article

Lessons

The free trial lesson: what to expect

Meeting your instructor, driving yourself in a manual or automatic and an honest estimate of your lesson count: this is what the free trial lesson looks like — with no obligations at all.

1 September 20265 min readRead article

Lessons

Choosing a driving school: what to look for

An honest checklist for comparing driving schools: do a trial lesson, ask for transparent package prices, check manual or automatic, waiting times, the personal click and the exam routes in your region.

1 September 20266 min readRead article

Exam

Driving test in Leiden: how it works (and how to prepare)

From booking to the big day: everything about the CBR practical exam in the Leiden region — including what to bring, how the routes feel and tips to pass with confidence.

20 May 20268 min readRead article

Theory

Passing your theory exam: the complete guide

A smart study strategy, the right practice rhythm and our free practice tools: this is how you pass your theory exam without stress — and ideally the first time.

28 April 20267 min readRead article

Mindset

Anxious during driving lessons? 7 tips that really help

Nerves behind the wheel are completely normal. With these seven concrete tips — and a steady instructor who respects your pace — you'll gain calm and confidence.

8 April 20266 min readRead article

Lessons

How many driving lessons do you need to pass?

Everyone learns at their own pace. We explain which factors determine how many lessons you need — and how the free trial lesson sets your starting point.

12 March 20266 min readRead article

Lessons

Automatic or manual: which is best to learn in?

Automatic or shifting gears yourself? We weigh the pros and cons honestly, including what an automatic licence (code 78) means for what you may drive later.

14 February 20266 min readRead article

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Articles

The CBR exam centre in Leiden is moving (temporarily) to Sassenheim

The interim test (TTT) explained: what does it get you?

The free trial lesson: what to expect

Choosing a driving school: what to look for

Driving test in Leiden: how it works (and how to prepare)

Passing your theory exam: the complete guide

Anxious during driving lessons? 7 tips that really help

How many driving lessons do you need to pass?

Automatic or manual: which is best to learn in?

Experience it yourself with a free trial lesson