Dallah Test Road Safety Rules — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the legal minimum driving age in Saudi Arabia?
- 16 years
- 17 years
- 18 years (Correct answer)
- 21 years
Correct answer: 18 years
The minimum legal driving age in Saudi Arabia is 18 years. Applicants must be at least 18 to obtain a private vehicle driving license from the Saudi Driving License Department.
Question 2: What is the maximum speed limit on Saudi highways unless otherwise posted?
- 100 km/h
- 110 km/h
- 120 km/h (Correct answer)
- 140 km/h
Correct answer: 120 km/h
The default maximum speed limit on Saudi highways is 120 km/h unless signs indicate otherwise. Some highways may have higher limits (up to 140 km/h) in specific sections, while urban areas are typically 50-80 km/h.
Question 3: Is wearing a seatbelt mandatory for all vehicle occupants in Saudi Arabia?
- Only for the driver
- Only for front seat occupants
- Yes, for all occupants including rear seat passengers (Correct answer)
- Seatbelts are optional
Correct answer: Yes, for all occupants including rear seat passengers
Saudi traffic law requires all vehicle occupants — driver and all passengers in both front and rear seats — to wear seatbelts. Violations result in fines recorded through the Saher traffic camera system.
Question 4: What is the penalty for using a mobile phone while driving in Saudi Arabia?
- No penalty — it is legal
- A fine of SAR 500-900 (Correct answer)
- Only a warning for the first offense
- License suspension for 6 months
Correct answer: A fine of SAR 500-900
Using a mobile phone while driving in Saudi Arabia results in a traffic fine ranging from SAR 500 to 900. The violation is often captured by Saher cameras or observed by traffic police. Hands-free systems are recommended.
Question 5: What should you do when an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens approaches from behind?
- Continue at your current speed
- Move to the right side and stop if necessary to let it pass (Correct answer)
- Speed up to get out of the way
- Honk your horn to acknowledge it
Correct answer: Move to the right side and stop if necessary to let it pass
Saudi traffic law requires drivers to immediately move to the right side of the road and stop if necessary to allow emergency vehicles (ambulances, fire trucks, police) to pass. Failure to yield results in fines.
Question 6: What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers in Saudi Arabia?
- 0.05%
- 0.08%
- 0.02%
- Zero — alcohol is completely prohibited (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Zero — alcohol is completely prohibited
Saudi Arabia prohibits alcohol entirely under Islamic law. There is zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol. Violations carry severe penalties including imprisonment, fines, and deportation for non-citizens.
Dallah Test Road Safety Rules
What is the legal minimum driving age in Saudi Arabia?