Comoros Driving Licence Test cheat sheet

Sign families in Comoros follow the French/Vienna model: triangles = danger, red-bordered circles = prohibition, blue circles = obligation, squares/rectangles = information or indication.

Octagonal red STOP sign requires a complete stop at the line and giving way; it is the only octagonal sign, so its shape is recognisable even when dirty or partly obscured.

Inverted triangle with red border = GIVE WAY (cédez le passage); slow down and yield, but a full stop is required only if traffic demands it.

A yellow diamond with white border marks a priority road; it is cancelled by the same sign with a black diagonal bar or by an end-of-priority sign.

Solid white centre line: no crossing or straddling; broken white line: overtaking allowed when safe; mixed line: the rule of the line nearest your vehicle applies.

A stop line is a thick continuous white line across your lane; a broken transverse line marks a give-way line at intersections.

Traffic light sequence: red, then red+amber together (prepare, do not move), then green, then amber alone (stop unless stopping is unsafe).

A flashing amber light or a flashing red at a level crossing means stop and proceed only when the way is clear and no train is approaching.

Yellow zigzag or yellow continuous lines at bus stops and school entrances prohibit stopping and parking; blue paint with a white P marks paid parking zones.

Default rule where no sign or marking says otherwise: yield to traffic approaching from the right (priorité à droite).

The priorité à droite rule is cancelled on roads marked as priority roads and at exits from private property, car parks, dirt tracks and petrol stations, where you must yield to all traffic.

At a roundabout in the French-model system, vehicles already circulating have priority unless a sign explicitly gives priority to entering traffic; check the sign before entering.

At a STOP sign or give-way line, priority belongs to traffic on the intersecting road, on both sides; do not assume only the left needs checking.

Turning left across oncoming traffic: you must yield to vehicles coming the other way and to pedestrians crossing the road you are entering.

Turning right: yield to pedestrians and cyclists continuing straight on the road you are joining, and check the right mirror and blind spot before turning.

At an unmarked crossroads with four vehicles arriving together, apply the right-hand rule; never assume a wave-through from another driver transfers legal priority.

Before entering any intersection, confirm you can clear it completely; blocking the box obstructs cross traffic and is an offence.

Emergency vehicles with sirens and flashing blue lights have priority; slow down, indicate and pull to the right or stop to let them pass.

In built-up areas (agglomérations) the general limit is 50 km/h unless signs state otherwise; outside built-up areas it is 90 km/h unless posted.

Passing a place-name sign in a white rectangle with red border marks entry into a built-up area and imposes the urban limit; the same sign with a diagonal bar ends it.

Speed limits must be reduced below the posted maximum in rain, at night on unlit roads, near schools, and wherever visibility or road surface demands.

Minimum safe following distance: at least 2 seconds in dry conditions, doubled to 4 seconds in rain or on gravel; use a fixed roadside point to count.

Stopping (arrêt) means a brief halt with the driver remaining able to move off; parking (stationnement) means leaving the vehicle.

Stopping and parking are prohibited on pavements, cycle lanes, bus stops, pedestrian crossings, within 5 m of an intersection, on bends, and on the crest of a hill.

Parking facing against the direction of traffic is prohibited on two-way roads; at night on an unlit road, park in the direction of traffic with lights or reflectors visible.

A continuous yellow line on the kerb prohibits both stopping and parking; a broken yellow line prohibits parking only.

On a hill, apply the handbrake, leave the vehicle in gear (first or reverse) or in P for automatic, and turn the wheels toward the kerb when facing downhill.

Legal minimum tyre tread depth is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread; check also for cuts, bulges and correct pressure when cold.

Tyre pressure must be checked cold and adjusted for load; under-inflation increases fuel use, heat and blowout risk, over-inflation reduces grip.

Dipped headlights are mandatory at night and in rain, fog or poor visibility; main beam must be switched to dipped when meeting traffic or following closely.

Front fog lights may be used only in fog, heavy rain or falling snow; rear fog lights only when visibility is below about 50 m, to avoid dazzling followers.

Hazard warning lights are for breakdowns, sudden slowing in traffic queues, and to warn of danger; they are not a parking permit.

Check the lights, indicators, brake lights, horn and wipers before driving; a defective brake light or headlight makes the vehicle unsafe and is an offence.

Brake fluid level, coolant level and engine oil should be checked with the engine cold and the vehicle on level ground; low brake fluid may indicate a leak.

The spare wheel, jack and wheel brace must be present and serviceable; a warning triangle and reflective vest are required safety equipment.

Loads must be secured and must not obscure lights, plates or the driver's view; a load projecting behind must be marked if it extends significantly.

Use the mirrors every 5-8 seconds and before any change of direction or speed; mirror-signal-manoeuvre is the standard sequence.

The safe gap when overtaking a cyclist or pedestrian is at least 1 m in built-up areas and 1.5 m outside them.

Scan 12-15 seconds ahead of the vehicle and check the mirrors regularly; hazards should be identified early enough to brake smoothly, not sharply.

Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; even hands-free calls reduce attention, and the offence applies whenever the vehicle is moving in traffic.

Indicate at least 3 seconds before turning or changing lane, and cancel the indicator after the manoeuvre.

When dazzled by oncoming headlights, slow down, look toward the left edge of your lane and do not retaliate with main beam.

At a pedestrian crossing, slow down on approach, and stop for any pedestrian who has stepped onto or is clearly about to step onto the crossing.

Never wave a pedestrian across when other lanes may not have stopped; the gesture can cause a collision and does not confer priority.

Aggressive behaviour such as tailgating, horn abuse or deliberate blocking is an offence and increases crash risk; keep calm and allow the other driver to pass.

Documents that must be carried when driving: valid driving licence for the vehicle category, vehicle registration certificate (carte grise), and proof of valid insurance.

Driving without a valid licence or after disqualification is a serious offence carrying heavy fines and possible imprisonment.

Driving without valid third-party insurance is an offence; the vehicle may be immobilised and the driver fined.

The vehicle must have a valid technical inspection (contrôle technique) where required by its age and category; an expired inspection is an offence.

Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and all passengers; children must use an appropriate child restraint, not an adult belt alone.

Penalty points systems and fine amounts vary by jurisdiction; in Comoros, offences are handled under national traffic law and local police enforcement.

A report of an accident must be made to the police where there are injuries, and insurance must be notified within the period stated in the policy.

Failing to stop after an accident involving injury, or leaving the scene, is a serious offence.

Registration plates must be clean, legible and correctly fitted; altering or obscuring them is an offence.

Alcohol impairs reaction time, judgement of speed and distance, and peripheral vision before the driver feels drunk; the only safe level before driving is zero.

In many jurisdictions the legal blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L (0.05%) and 0.2 g/L for novice and professional drivers; check the current national limit before driving.

Refusing a breath test or blood test is itself an offence and carries penalties similar to or heavier than driving over the limit.

Illegal drugs and impairing medicines (some antihistamines, sedatives, strong painkillers) make driving unsafe; check the label and ask a pharmacist.

Warning signs of fatigue: heavy eyelids, yawning, drifting in lane, missing signs or exits, and difficulty concentrating.

Countermeasures for fatigue: stop in a safe place and take a short nap of 15-20 minutes, or stop for the night; coffee and open windows are only temporary.

Avoid driving more than about 2 hours without a break; plan rests every 2 hours or 150-200 km on long journeys.

Do not drive when ill, after general anaesthetic, or while taking medicines that state they affect driving; fitness to drive is the driver's responsibility.

Combining alcohol with fatigue or drugs multiplies impairment; never estimate your own sobriety by how you feel.

At an accident scene: protect (hazard lights, warning triangle at least 30 m behind, reflective vest), alert the emergency services, then give first aid.

Emergency numbers in Comoros: 17 for police, 18 for fire and ambulance; give location, number of casualties and types of injury clearly.

Do not move an injured person unless there is immediate danger such as fire or traffic; suspected spinal injury can be worsened by moving them.

For severe bleeding, apply direct pressure with a clean cloth and keep pressing; do not remove an object embedded in a wound.

For an unconscious but breathing casualty, place them in the recovery position on their side and monitor breathing until help arrives.

For a casualty not breathing, start chest compressions at about 100-120 per minute, pressing 5-6 cm deep in the centre of the chest, and continue until help arrives.

For burns, cool with clean running water for at least 10 minutes and do not apply butter, oil or ice; do not burst blisters.

For shock, keep the casualty warm, lying down, and reassure them; do not give food or drink.

After an accident: switch off engines, do not smoke, exchange details and insurance information, and report to police where there are injuries.

Vulnerable road users include pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, children, the elderly and people with reduced mobility; they have less protection and must be given extra space.

Overtaking a cyclist: leave at least 1 m in built-up areas and 1.5 m outside them; if you cannot, wait behind until it is safe.

Before opening a car door, check the mirror and look over your shoulder to avoid dooring a cyclist or motorcyclist (Dutch reach technique).

Motorcyclists and mopeds are hard to see at intersections; look twice before pulling out, and never assume a gap is clear.

At pedestrian crossings, pedestrians have priority once they show intent to cross; approach at a speed that lets you stop.

Children near schools and playgrounds behave unpredictably; reduce speed and be ready to stop.

When passing a stopped bus, watch for pedestrians crossing in front of it, and give way to the bus pulling out where the law requires.

Do not overtake a vehicle stopped at a pedestrian crossing; it may be stopping for a pedestrian you cannot see.

In shared zones and narrow streets, keep speed low and give priority to pedestrians and cyclists.

Before starting: adjust the seat, mirrors and head restraint, fasten the seat belt, check the gear is in neutral or P, and confirm the handbrake is on.

Cockpit drill: doors closed, seat and mirrors adjusted, seat belt on, gear neutral, handbrake on, then start the engine.

Moving off: mirror, signal, blind-spot check, clutch to biting point, release handbrake smoothly, and accelerate progressively.

Steering: hold the wheel at about 9 and 3 o'clock, use push-pull steering rather than crossing hands, and keep both hands on the wheel.

Gear changes: change up at appropriate engine speed, do not coast in neutral, and brake before downshifting into a lower gear.

Parallel parking: align alongside the vehicle in front, reverse with full lock, straighten as you enter the space, and finish within 30 cm of the kerb.

Hill start: hold the handbrake, find the biting point, apply slight accelerator, release the handbrake as the car begins to pull, and check mirrors and blind spot.

Three-point turn: check all around, move slowly with full lock, use forward and reverse movements, and finish facing the opposite direction without touching the kerb.

Emergency stop: brake firmly and progressively, keep both hands on the wheel, and apply the handbrake once stopped; check mirrors before moving off again.

The examiner assesses observation, signalling, speed control, lane position, mirror use and compliance with priority rules, not just the manoeuvre itself.

Sign families in Comoros follow the French/Vienna model: triangles = danger, red-bordered circles = prohibition, blue circles = obligation, squares/rectangles = information or indication.

Octagonal red STOP sign requires a complete stop at the line and giving way; it is the only octagonal sign, so its shape is recognisable even when dirty or partly obscured.

Inverted triangle with red border = GIVE WAY (cédez le passage); slow down and yield, but a full stop is required only if traffic demands it.

A yellow diamond with white border marks a priority road; it is cancelled by the same sign with a black diagonal bar or by an end-of-priority sign.

Solid white centre line: no crossing or straddling; broken white line: overtaking allowed when safe; mixed line: the rule of the line nearest your vehicle applies.

A stop line is a thick continuous white line across your lane; a broken transverse line marks a give-way line at intersections.

Traffic light sequence: red, then red+amber together (prepare, do not move), then green, then amber alone (stop unless stopping is unsafe).

A flashing amber light or a flashing red at a level crossing means stop and proceed only when the way is clear and no train is approaching.

Yellow zigzag or yellow continuous lines at bus stops and school entrances prohibit stopping and parking; blue paint with a white P marks paid parking zones.

Default rule where no sign or marking says otherwise: yield to traffic approaching from the right (priorité à droite).

The priorité à droite rule is cancelled on roads marked as priority roads and at exits from private property, car parks, dirt tracks and petrol stations, where you must yield to all traffic.

At a roundabout in the French-model system, vehicles already circulating have priority unless a sign explicitly gives priority to entering traffic; check the sign before entering.

At a STOP sign or give-way line, priority belongs to traffic on the intersecting road, on both sides; do not assume only the left needs checking.

Turning left across oncoming traffic: you must yield to vehicles coming the other way and to pedestrians crossing the road you are entering.

Turning right: yield to pedestrians and cyclists continuing straight on the road you are joining, and check the right mirror and blind spot before turning.

At an unmarked crossroads with four vehicles arriving together, apply the right-hand rule; never assume a wave-through from another driver transfers legal priority.

Before entering any intersection, confirm you can clear it completely; blocking the box obstructs cross traffic and is an offence.

Emergency vehicles with sirens and flashing blue lights have priority; slow down, indicate and pull to the right or stop to let them pass.

In built-up areas (agglomérations) the general limit is 50 km/h unless signs state otherwise; outside built-up areas it is 90 km/h unless posted.

Passing a place-name sign in a white rectangle with red border marks entry into a built-up area and imposes the urban limit; the same sign with a diagonal bar ends it.

Speed limits must be reduced below the posted maximum in rain, at night on unlit roads, near schools, and wherever visibility or road surface demands.

Minimum safe following distance: at least 2 seconds in dry conditions, doubled to 4 seconds in rain or on gravel; use a fixed roadside point to count.

Stopping (arrêt) means a brief halt with the driver remaining able to move off; parking (stationnement) means leaving the vehicle.

Stopping and parking are prohibited on pavements, cycle lanes, bus stops, pedestrian crossings, within 5 m of an intersection, on bends, and on the crest of a hill.

Parking facing against the direction of traffic is prohibited on two-way roads; at night on an unlit road, park in the direction of traffic with lights or reflectors visible.

A continuous yellow line on the kerb prohibits both stopping and parking; a broken yellow line prohibits parking only.

On a hill, apply the handbrake, leave the vehicle in gear (first or reverse) or in P for automatic, and turn the wheels toward the kerb when facing downhill.

Legal minimum tyre tread depth is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread; check also for cuts, bulges and correct pressure when cold.

Tyre pressure must be checked cold and adjusted for load; under-inflation increases fuel use, heat and blowout risk, over-inflation reduces grip.

Dipped headlights are mandatory at night and in rain, fog or poor visibility; main beam must be switched to dipped when meeting traffic or following closely.

Front fog lights may be used only in fog, heavy rain or falling snow; rear fog lights only when visibility is below about 50 m, to avoid dazzling followers.

Hazard warning lights are for breakdowns, sudden slowing in traffic queues, and to warn of danger; they are not a parking permit.

Check the lights, indicators, brake lights, horn and wipers before driving; a defective brake light or headlight makes the vehicle unsafe and is an offence.

Brake fluid level, coolant level and engine oil should be checked with the engine cold and the vehicle on level ground; low brake fluid may indicate a leak.

The spare wheel, jack and wheel brace must be present and serviceable; a warning triangle and reflective vest are required safety equipment.

Loads must be secured and must not obscure lights, plates or the driver's view; a load projecting behind must be marked if it extends significantly.

Use the mirrors every 5-8 seconds and before any change of direction or speed; mirror-signal-manoeuvre is the standard sequence.

The safe gap when overtaking a cyclist or pedestrian is at least 1 m in built-up areas and 1.5 m outside them.

Scan 12-15 seconds ahead of the vehicle and check the mirrors regularly; hazards should be identified early enough to brake smoothly, not sharply.

Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; even hands-free calls reduce attention, and the offence applies whenever the vehicle is moving in traffic.

Indicate at least 3 seconds before turning or changing lane, and cancel the indicator after the manoeuvre.

When dazzled by oncoming headlights, slow down, look toward the left edge of your lane and do not retaliate with main beam.

At a pedestrian crossing, slow down on approach, and stop for any pedestrian who has stepped onto or is clearly about to step onto the crossing.

Never wave a pedestrian across when other lanes may not have stopped; the gesture can cause a collision and does not confer priority.

Aggressive behaviour such as tailgating, horn abuse or deliberate blocking is an offence and increases crash risk; keep calm and allow the other driver to pass.

Documents that must be carried when driving: valid driving licence for the vehicle category, vehicle registration certificate (carte grise), and proof of valid insurance.

Driving without a valid licence or after disqualification is a serious offence carrying heavy fines and possible imprisonment.

Driving without valid third-party insurance is an offence; the vehicle may be immobilised and the driver fined.

The vehicle must have a valid technical inspection (contrôle technique) where required by its age and category; an expired inspection is an offence.

Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and all passengers; children must use an appropriate child restraint, not an adult belt alone.

Penalty points systems and fine amounts vary by jurisdiction; in Comoros, offences are handled under national traffic law and local police enforcement.

A report of an accident must be made to the police where there are injuries, and insurance must be notified within the period stated in the policy.

Failing to stop after an accident involving injury, or leaving the scene, is a serious offence.

Registration plates must be clean, legible and correctly fitted; altering or obscuring them is an offence.

Alcohol impairs reaction time, judgement of speed and distance, and peripheral vision before the driver feels drunk; the only safe level before driving is zero.

In many jurisdictions the legal blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L (0.05%) and 0.2 g/L for novice and professional drivers; check the current national limit before driving.

Refusing a breath test or blood test is itself an offence and carries penalties similar to or heavier than driving over the limit.

Illegal drugs and impairing medicines (some antihistamines, sedatives, strong painkillers) make driving unsafe; check the label and ask a pharmacist.

Warning signs of fatigue: heavy eyelids, yawning, drifting in lane, missing signs or exits, and difficulty concentrating.

Countermeasures for fatigue: stop in a safe place and take a short nap of 15-20 minutes, or stop for the night; coffee and open windows are only temporary.

Avoid driving more than about 2 hours without a break; plan rests every 2 hours or 150-200 km on long journeys.

Do not drive when ill, after general anaesthetic, or while taking medicines that state they affect driving; fitness to drive is the driver's responsibility.

Combining alcohol with fatigue or drugs multiplies impairment; never estimate your own sobriety by how you feel.

At an accident scene: protect (hazard lights, warning triangle at least 30 m behind, reflective vest), alert the emergency services, then give first aid.

Emergency numbers in Comoros: 17 for police, 18 for fire and ambulance; give location, number of casualties and types of injury clearly.

Do not move an injured person unless there is immediate danger such as fire or traffic; suspected spinal injury can be worsened by moving them.

For severe bleeding, apply direct pressure with a clean cloth and keep pressing; do not remove an object embedded in a wound.

For an unconscious but breathing casualty, place them in the recovery position on their side and monitor breathing until help arrives.

For a casualty not breathing, start chest compressions at about 100-120 per minute, pressing 5-6 cm deep in the centre of the chest, and continue until help arrives.

For burns, cool with clean running water for at least 10 minutes and do not apply butter, oil or ice; do not burst blisters.

For shock, keep the casualty warm, lying down, and reassure them; do not give food or drink.

After an accident: switch off engines, do not smoke, exchange details and insurance information, and report to police where there are injuries.

Vulnerable road users include pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, children, the elderly and people with reduced mobility; they have less protection and must be given extra space.

Overtaking a cyclist: leave at least 1 m in built-up areas and 1.5 m outside them; if you cannot, wait behind until it is safe.

Before opening a car door, check the mirror and look over your shoulder to avoid dooring a cyclist or motorcyclist (Dutch reach technique).

Motorcyclists and mopeds are hard to see at intersections; look twice before pulling out, and never assume a gap is clear.

At pedestrian crossings, pedestrians have priority once they show intent to cross; approach at a speed that lets you stop.

Children near schools and playgrounds behave unpredictably; reduce speed and be ready to stop.

When passing a stopped bus, watch for pedestrians crossing in front of it, and give way to the bus pulling out where the law requires.

Do not overtake a vehicle stopped at a pedestrian crossing; it may be stopping for a pedestrian you cannot see.

In shared zones and narrow streets, keep speed low and give priority to pedestrians and cyclists.

Before starting: adjust the seat, mirrors and head restraint, fasten the seat belt, check the gear is in neutral or P, and confirm the handbrake is on.

Cockpit drill: doors closed, seat and mirrors adjusted, seat belt on, gear neutral, handbrake on, then start the engine.

Moving off: mirror, signal, blind-spot check, clutch to biting point, release handbrake smoothly, and accelerate progressively.

Steering: hold the wheel at about 9 and 3 o'clock, use push-pull steering rather than crossing hands, and keep both hands on the wheel.

Gear changes: change up at appropriate engine speed, do not coast in neutral, and brake before downshifting into a lower gear.

Parallel parking: align alongside the vehicle in front, reverse with full lock, straighten as you enter the space, and finish within 30 cm of the kerb.

Hill start: hold the handbrake, find the biting point, apply slight accelerator, release the handbrake as the car begins to pull, and check mirrors and blind spot.

Three-point turn: check all around, move slowly with full lock, use forward and reverse movements, and finish facing the opposite direction without touching the kerb.

Emergency stop: brake firmly and progressively, keep both hands on the wheel, and apply the handbrake once stopped; check mirrors before moving off again.

The examiner assesses observation, signalling, speed control, lane position, mirror use and compliance with priority rules, not just the manoeuvre itself.