On this page you will find all the information about the road traffic offices in Switzerland. If you have any questions on your way to the theory test or motorcycle or car test, you can contact the road traffic office in your canton of residence. It is particularly useful in your case if you:
- want to submit your learner’s permit application
- To register for the theory test or driving test
- Apply for a test location permit. You need this if you want to take a theory or driving test in another canton. However, it is often only granted if you have a reason (work, school, studies, week-long stay)
- To obtain an international driving license to apply
- Exchange your exchange your foreign driver’s license want
- A cab test want to register
Road traffic authorities in Switzerland
Canton | Road Traffic Office | Website | Phone | Opening hours | |
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Road Traffic Office Canton Aargau | www.ag.ch | stva@ag.ch | +41 (0)62 886 23 23 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-11:45, 13:00-16:15 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Appenzell I.-Rh. | www.ai.ch | info@stva.ai.ch | +41 (0)71 788 95 34 | Mon-Fri: 07:45-11:45, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Appenzell A.-Rh. | www.ar.ch | strassenverkehrsamt@ar.ch | +41 (0)71 343 63 11 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-11:30, 14:00-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton of Berne | www.svsa.sid.be.ch | info.svsa@be.ch | +41 (0)31 635 80 80 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-12:00, 13:00-16:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Baselland | www.mfk.bl.ch | mfk@bl.ch | +41 (0)61 552 00 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:30-11:30, 13:30-16:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Baselstadt | www.mfk.bs.ch | info.mfkbs@jsd.bs.ch | +41 (0)61 267 82 00 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-12:00, 13:30-16:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton of Fribourg | www.ocn.ch | info@ocn.ch | +41 (0)26 484 55 55 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-11:30, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton of Geneva | www.ge.ch | vehicules@etat.ge.ch | +41 (0)22 388 30 30 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-16:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Glarus | www.gl.ch | stva@gl.ch | +41 (0)55 646 54 00 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-11:30, 13:15-17:15 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Graubünden | www.stva.gr.ch | info@stva.gr.ch | +41 (0)81 257 80 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Jura | www.jura.ch | ovj@jura.ch | +41 (0)32 420 71 20 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-11:30, 14:00-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Lucerne | https://drivelab.ch/strassenverkehrsamt-luzern/ | informationsstelle.stva@lu.ch | +41 (0)41 318 11 11 | Mon-Fri: 07:30-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Service cantonal des automobiles et de la navigation | www.scan-ne.ch | info@scan-ne.ch | +41 (0)32 889 13 99 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Safety Center OW/NW | www.vsz.ch | info@vsz.ch | +41 (0)41 618 41 41 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Safety Center OW/NW | www.vsz.ch | info@vsz.ch | +41 (0)41 666 66 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic and Navigation Office Canton of St. Gallen | www.stva.sg.ch | info@stva.sg.ch | +41 (0)58 229 22 22 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic and Navigation Office of the Canton of Schaffhausen | www.strassenverkehrsamt.sh.ch | strassenverkehrsamt@sh.ch | +41 (0)52 632 68 88 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Motor vehicle inspection canton Solothurn | www.so.ch | mfk@mfk.so.ch | +41 (0)32 627 66 66 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Schwyz | https://drivelab.ch/verkehrsamt-schwyz/ | vasz@sz.ch | +41 (0)41 819 21 56 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office of the Canton of Thurgau | www.strassenverkehrsamt.tg.ch | info@stva.tg.ch | +41 (0)58 345 36 36 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Sezione della circolazione Ticino | www.ti.ch | di-sc@ti.ch | +41 (0)91 814 97 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Uri Road and Shipping Traffic Office | www.ur.ch | assv@ur.ch | +41 (0)41 875 28 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Service des automobiles et de la navigation du canton de Vaud | www.vd.ch | info.auto@vd.ch | +41 (0)21 316 82 10 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Service for Road Traffic and Navigation in Valais | www.vs.ch | scn_sion@admin.vs.ch scn_visp@admin.vs.ch | +41 (0)27 606 71 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton Zug | https://drivelab.ch/strassenverkehrsamt-zug/ | info@stva.zg.ch | +41 (0)41 728 47 11 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 | |
Road Traffic Office Canton of Zurich | https://drivelab.ch/strassenverkehrsamt-zuerich/ | info@stva.zh.ch | +41 (0)58 811 30 00 | Mon-Fri: 08:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00 |
FAQ
The road traffic authorities (StVA) in Switzerland play a central role in road traffic. Whether it’s vehicle registration, driving tests or questions about traffic regulations – here you will find the most important answers and information about the road traffic offices.
Was sind Strassenverkehrsämter?
The road traffic offices in Switzerland are regional authorities responsible for the administration and monitoring of road traffic. Each canton has its own office that deals with the concerns of residents.
Welche Aufgaben hat ein Strassenverkehrsamt?
- Vehicle registration: Registration, deregistration or transfer of vehicles.
- Driving tests: Theory and practical tests for cars, motorcycles and other categories.
- Administration of driving licenses: Issuing, exchanging and withdrawing driving licenses.
- Road safety checks: vehicle inspections and monitoring of technical regulations.
- Regulation of traffic offenses: Processing of administrative fines and traffic bans.
Wie finde ich mein zuständiges Strassenverkehrsamt?
The road traffic office in your canton of residence is responsible for you. Look for the contact details at the top of the list. If you would prefer to take your test in another canton, you can apply for a permit to take the test in another canton.
Welche Dokumente brauche ich für die Anmeldung zur Prüfung
- For the theory test: You can follow our instructions for the theory test and download the registration form on the page. You will also need a current passport photo, an emergency assistance certificate and an eye test.
- For the practical test: You can register online and only need your learner’s permit.
Wie oft muss ich zur MFK (Motorfahrzeugkontrolle)
- New vehicles after 5 years
- Second appointment after 3 years
- Thereafter every 2 years
Tips for visiting the road traffic office
- Go by at off-peak times: Many offices have long waiting times at the counter in the late afternoon. Therefore, try to go in the morning.
- Prepare documents: Check that you have all the necessary documents with you. If you have forgotten something, your application cannot be processed and you will have to go a second time.
- Use online services: Many matters can be dealt with conveniently online, such as a change of address or a permit to take the exam in another canton.