Cambodia Category B Driving Test exam-day guide
Cambodia Category B Driving Test · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Original national ID card or passport
Bring the original document you used when registering, not a photocopy. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted for your licence category and whether a photocopy must also be submitted.
Driver's licence application file and receipt
Bring the application form, medical certificate, and any payment receipts issued by the Department of Public Works and Transport (DPWT) office handling your file. Keep them in one folder so they can be produced on request.
Residence or address proof
A commune-issued residence letter or family book copy is commonly requested for licence applications. Confirm with the provider the exact document and whether it must be recent.
Learner permit or prior licence, if held
If you already hold a learner permit or a licence for another category, bring it. Rules on carrying and surrendering prior permits vary by office, so confirm with the provider.
Number of passport-style photos
Have several recent photos ready; the required count and size can differ between offices. Confirm with the provider before the test day.
Test fee in cash
Bring the fee in riel, and keep small notes. Card payment is not reliable at provincial offices. Confirm the current amount with the provider; do not rely on second-hand figures.
Arrival time and office location confirmed
Call or check the DPWT office the day before to confirm the reporting time, the gate to use, and whether the practical test is at the same site as the theory test. Phrase any uncertainty as something to confirm with the provider.
Transport home arranged
Do not plan to ride yourself home on a vehicle you are not yet licensed for. Arrange a friend, family member, or taxi.
Clothing and footwear suitable for driving
Closed shoes, no loose sandals, and clothing that does not restrict steering or pedal use. If you will ride a motorcycle for the practical segment, bring a helmet that fits and is in good condition.
Vehicle documents if you supply the vehicle
If the office allows you to bring your own car or motorcycle, bring the registration card and confirm in advance that the vehicle type is accepted. Confirm with the provider.
Water, light snack, and sun protection
Waiting areas are often open-air and queues can be long. Bring water and a hat; avoid heavy meals before driving.
Nothing that could be mistaken for a bribe
Do not carry cash beyond the official fee into the test area, and do not offer money or gifts to staff or examiners. Keep the fee receipt as proof of payment.
Plan the day
Re-read the official fee schedule and document list for your licence category, and call the office to confirm the practical test date, reporting time, and venue. Ask directly whether the car and motorcycle segments are on the same day.
Do two full practice sessions that mirror the test: pre-drive checks, pulling out, a short route with turns, a stop, and parking. Practise in the vehicle type you will use, and if possible in a vehicle similar to the test vehicle.
Practise the motorcycle slow-speed figures if you are testing for a motorcycle category: a straight line at walking pace, a figure-eight, and a controlled stop. Do them in a closed area, with a helmet, not on a public road.
Check your documents for errors: name spelling, date of birth, ID number, and licence category. A mismatch can stop the test, so ask the office how to correct it before test day.
Lay out the folder: original ID, application file, receipts, photos, residence proof, and any prior permit. Photograph the folder contents on your phone as a backup reference, but carry the originals.
Confirm your transport and the meeting point with whoever is taking you. Work out the travel time with a margin for traffic and rain.
Do one light practice session only. Focus on smooth clutch and brake control, mirror and shoulder checks before moving off, and signalling. Stop while you are still driving well; fatigue hurts more than extra repetition helps.
Avoid alcohol entirely, sleep at your normal time, and eat normally. Do not try to learn new manoeuvres the night before.
Eat a normal breakfast, dress in closed shoes, and leave early enough to arrive ahead of the reporting time. Bring the document folder in your own hands, not in someone else's bag.
At the office, confirm where to submit documents and where to wait. Keep your phone silent and out of sight during the test. Ask staff where to wait rather than following other candidates.
Before moving off, adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten the seat belt, and check that the gear is in neutral or park. Do the checks deliberately; examiners watch for them.
Drive at a speed you can control. Signal every turn and lane change, check mirrors and blind spots, and stop fully at stop lines. If you make a mistake, keep driving safely rather than trying to correct it abruptly.
If you do not understand an instruction, ask the examiner to repeat it before acting. Acting on a guessed instruction is worse than asking.
Ask the examiner or counter staff what the result is and what the next step is: when the licence is issued, what fee remains, and whether you must return on another day. Get this in writing or from the counter, not from other candidates.
Rules to check
Carry the original ID you registered with. If your name or ID number on the application does not match the document, the office may refuse to test you; confirm with the provider how to fix errors before the test day.
Pay only the official fee at the official counter and keep the receipt. Do not offer money, gifts, or favours to examiners or staff; this is grounds for disqualification and may have legal consequences.
Follow the examiner's instructions and the office's seating and waiting arrangements. Do not argue during the test; raise any dispute afterwards through the office's complaint channel.
Do not use a phone, take calls, or record video during the test unless the office explicitly permits it. Confirm with the provider whether recording is allowed at all.
Ask about breaks before the test starts. If the car and motorcycle segments are on the same day, waiting between them can be long; confirm with the provider whether you may leave the waiting area and for how long.
If you are unwell, injured, or have taken medicine that causes drowsiness, tell staff before the test rather than driving. Confirm with the provider how a medical postponement is handled.
Scoring is done by the examiner against the office's checklist; there is no public points total you can compute in advance. Ask at the counter what the pass criteria are for your category rather than relying on rumour.
Bring your own helmet if you test on a motorcycle, and make sure it fits and is undamaged. Confirm with the provider whether a helmet is supplied at the test site.