Think of buying a scooter in Netherlands? You will need a scooter driving license in The Netherlands. There are two sorts of scooters (can be the same model). Snorfiets and bromfiets. For both you need an AM-license, but the type 2 can drive faster and you need to wear a helmet.
For both types you need:
- Type AM-drivers license or normal car license (B)
- Be 16 years and older
- Cost the same to buy and for gasoline
Snorfiets Scooter (type 1)
- Max. 25 km per hour
- No helmet necessary
- Less insurance
- Allowed to drive on almost all bike paths
- AM-drivers license is obliged
- Blue insurance plate
2. Bromfiets Scooter (type 2)
- Max. 45 km per hour
- Helmet obliged
- Insurance
- AM-drivers license is necessary
- Yellow insurance plate
Theory and Practical Exam (Bromfietsrijbewijs)
The best step is to go to a local driving school to take lessons. There they can explain you all about the costs of the scooter driving license.
- Explanation about the two exams by the CBR (in Dutch)
- Individual accompanied exam with interpretor (in Dutch)
Where to Drive?
Snorfiets and bromfiets path
Cycling only (no motorized)1
Bike and snorfiets (type 1)
Type 2 has to drive on the normal road