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Trustoo 9.3 · Top 10 driving schools in Maastricht
Get your Dutch license — in English.
Driving lessons in Maastricht with instructors who speak English. Book lessons 24/7 in our own scheduling system, learn in a modern Volkswagen, and pass the CBR exam in English (automatic). Trusted by international students at UM and MUMC+.
Quick guide
How does the Dutch driving license actually work?
If you're new to the Netherlands, this is the short version. We walk you through it on day one — no surprises.
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STEP 01
Theory exam (CBR)
Online practice via our Volkswagen Rijbewijs partner, then a 65-question exam at CBR. Available in English. ~€41.
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STEP 02
Driving lessons
35–40 lessons on average, 60 or 90 min each. Manual or automatic — we recommend automatic if you're short on time.
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STEP 03
Interim test (TTT)
Halfway through, you take an "interim test" with CBR — a practice run for the real exam. Strongly recommended.
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STEP 04
Practical exam
~55 minutes of city + highway driving with a CBR examiner. For automatic the exam can be in English. Pass = license.
Note for international students: If you have a non-EU license, you can usually drive in NL for 185 days. After that you need a Dutch license. We help students from UM, MUMC+ and the wider international community make this transition smoothly.
Lessons
What do you want to learn?
All licenses, one school. Manual, automatic, motorcycle, trailer, taxi — we cover the lot.
Manual driving lessons
Classic license B with gear shifting. The most flexible: lets you drive both manual and automatic.
€55 / 60 min
Automatic lessons
Recommended for international students — exam available in English, no clutch, faster route to license.
€57.50 / 60 min
Motorcycle A1 / A2 / A
Full motorcycle license including AVB and AVD modules, with English-speaking instructor.
€65 / 60 min
BE / Trailer
Trailers up to 3,500 kg. Compact 1–2 day course with exam included.
from €625
Taxi license
Driver permit (chauffeurskaart) + optional TX-keurmerk. Theory + practice in one program.
from €1,295
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Accompanied-driving program for younger learners. Custom packages for families.
Custom package
The Mingels differenceBook your lesson when you want it — not when your school is "open."
Our scheduling system on mmab.nl is open 24 hours a day. See which instructors are available when, choose your personal instructor, and book directly. No emails, no waiting for callbacks.
Open 24/7.Book at 02:00 or 06:30 — whenever fits.
Reschedule in one click.Plans change? Move or cancel up to 24 hours before.
Personal or flexible.Stick with one instructor or mix it up.
Real-time availability.What you see is bookable — no double-booking.
Our instructors
The team behind the wheel.
Reviews mention them by name: Marcel, Gijs, Mandy. You don't get "an instructor" — you get yours.
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FAQ for international students
Common questions.
Can I take my driving exam in English?
Yes — for the automatic license. The CBR practical exam can be conducted in English. The theory exam is also available in English. For manual transmission, the practical exam is generally Dutch-only.
Can I exchange my home-country license?
It depends. EU/EEA licenses are easy to exchange. Some non-EU licenses (US, Canada, etc.) can be exchanged under certain conditions; otherwise you need to get a Dutch license. We can advise you in your first lesson.
How many lessons will I need?
The CBR average is 35–40 lessons. With automatic and prior driving experience, you may need fewer. We track your progress on a personal lesson card so you always know where you stand.
Do you pick me up from UM / city center?
Yes — pick-up from home, station Maastricht, or your UM faculty is included.
What does the full process cost?
Lessons + theory exam + practical exam + interim test typically lands around €2,000–€2,500 for the full automatic track. Full transparent pricing here.