Greece Category B Theory Test exam-day guide
Greece Category B Theory Test · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid identity document
Bring the original identity document (typically a Greek identity card or passport) that matches the details on your booking. Do not rely on a photocopy or a photo on your phone. If your ID has expired or your name differs from the booking, confirm with the examination provider before test day which document they will accept.
Printed or downloaded appointment confirmation
Have the booking confirmation with the test time, address, and any reference number. A printed copy avoids problems if your phone battery or network fails. Check the exact arrival time stated on the confirmation, as it may be earlier than the test start.
Exact test centre address and route plan
Write down the full address and plan the route in advance, including which entrance to use. Greek test centres are often in office or industrial buildings where the entrance is not obvious. Do a practice run or check street view so you are not searching on the morning.
Knowledge of the question format and pass mark
Before the test, be clear on how many questions are asked, whether they are multiple choice, and what score is required to pass. The exact format and pass threshold are set by the examining authority, so confirm the current figures with the provider rather than relying on older forum posts.
Any required medical certificate or eyesight documentation
For some licence categories a medical certificate or proof of vision standards is required. Check with the provider whether this is submitted with the application or brought to the test. Do not assume the test centre will have your medical file.
Payment for any outstanding fee
Confirm in advance whether the examination fee is already paid or must be settled on the day, and what payment methods are accepted. Keep a receipt. If you are unsure of the amount or method, ask the provider before the test day.
Leave prohibited items at home or in the car
Phones, smart watches, notes, and study materials are normally not allowed in the test room. Plan where you will leave them. Do not carry handwritten notes into the room, even in a pocket.
Arrive early with a buffer
Aim to arrive well before the stated time, allowing for traffic, parking, and finding the room. Arriving late can mean being refused entry, and the rules on lateness are set by the provider, so confirm them in advance.
Rest and a normal meal beforehand
The theory test is short but demands sustained attention. Sleep properly the night before and eat a normal meal. Avoid heavy late-night cramming that leaves you tired at the screen.
Read the instructions on screen carefully
At the start of the test, read the on-screen instructions and any practice or example question. Make sure you understand how to select, change, and confirm an answer before the timed section begins.
Plan the day
Stop collecting new material and switch to consolidation. Review your weakest topics, such as priority rules, road signs, and speed limits, using short focused sessions rather than long reading. Do one or two full timed practice sets under exam-like conditions, then review every wrong answer and write down why you got it wrong. Check your identity document is valid and matches the booking, confirm the test centre address and arrival time, and ask the provider about anything still unclear, such as fees, medical documents, or the pass mark.
Do a light review only: skim your own notes on mistakes and key sign groups. Do not start a new topic or attempt to memorise a large list. Prepare your bag the night before with the identity document, confirmation, and any required paperwork in one place. Confirm the route and transport, check the weather and traffic expectations, and set an alarm with extra time. Go to bed at a normal hour; sleep is more useful than an extra hour of cramming.
Eat a normal meal and leave with a generous buffer. Take only what you need and leave phones, smart watches, and notes out of the test room as instructed. Arrive at the centre, follow the registration process, and present your identity document when asked. If you feel anxious, take a few slow breaths and remind yourself that the questions are straightforward if you read them carefully.
Read each question fully, including words like 'not' or 'except', and look at all answer options before choosing. Answer the questions you are sure of first if the format allows navigation, then return to harder ones. Do not rush to finish; use the available time to check flagged questions. If the format allows changing answers, only change one when you have a clear reason, not out of doubt. Before submitting, check that every question has an answer if the system requires it.
Rules to check
Bring the original identity document required by the provider and present it on request. A copy, an expired document, or a name mismatch can lead to refusal, so confirm the accepted documents with the provider in advance.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times, including where to sit, when to start, and when to stop. Do not talk to other candidates once the test has begun.
Do not bring phones, smart watches, notes, or study material into the test room. If you are unsure where to leave personal items, ask staff before entering.
If you need to leave the room during the test, raise your hand and wait for permission. Whether breaks are allowed and how they affect your time is set by the provider, so confirm this in advance.
Answer honestly and independently. Any attempt to copy, communicate, or use unauthorised aids can result in the test being voided and further consequences set by the examining authority.
The pass mark and scoring method are set by the examining authority. Confirm the current requirement with the provider rather than relying on second-hand information.
If equipment fails or a question appears unclear, report it to the invigilator immediately rather than guessing silently, so the issue can be recorded.
Keep your confirmation and any receipt after the test. You may need them if you have to query your result or book a retake.