Prohibition signs

What do prohibition signs look like?

Prohibition signs are round with a white background, red border and black symbols. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Prohibition signs forbid traffic of certain vehicles or specific manners of driving. The signs typically apply from the sign until the next intersection.

No vehicles

The "no vehicles" sign prohibits all motorized traffic and cycling on the road or area where it stands, unless an exception is indicated on a supplementary sign.

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Is the no vehicles allowed sign important for the theory test and the practical driving test?

The no vehicles allowed sign is important both on the theory test and the practical driving test. On the theory test, you may be asked where the sign is used and what it means, so it is important to know which areas it applies to, such as pedestrian streets, private roads, or bus stops. On the practical driving test, you must be able to identify the sign and understand that it prohibits all motorized traffic and cycling, unless a supplementary sign allows exceptions, such as buses and taxis. Breaking this rule can lead to fines and dangerous situations in traffic, which makes solid knowledge of the sign essential.

What does the no vehicles allowed sign mean?

The traffic prohibition sign shows that no vehicles are allowed to drive on the road or in the area where the sign is placed. It is round, white with a red border, and has no symbols or icons in the middle. This means that all motorized traffic and cycling is forbidden, unless there are exceptions indicated by a supplementary sign.

Where do you find the no vehicles allowed sign?

The sign may only be used after approval from the Norwegian Public Roads Administration's directorate. It is used to stop all types of vehicles from driving there.

Here is an example of where the "no vehicles allowed" sign is used at a bus stop to prevent vehicles other than buses and taxis from driving there. This is because there is not enough space for buses, taxis and other vehicles. Note that buses and taxis can drive here because of the supplementary sign.

Picture of a no vehicles allowed sign with exception for bus and taxi due to a bus stop

What happens if you drive past the no vehicles allowed sign?

If you drive onto a road with this sign, you can get a fine of 8,200 NOK in 2025. You can also put yourself or others in danger. This applies whether you are driving a car, motorcycle, moped, bicycle, or any other vehicle.

The difference between no vehicles allowed and no entry

The no vehicles allowed sign means that no vehicles have access to the road, regardless of which direction they come from.

The no entry sign means that you cannot drive in from one specific direction, but the road may be accessible from another direction.

Why is the no vehicles allowed sign important?

The "No vehicles allowed" sign makes the road safer by ensuring that no vehicles are allowed to drive there. It helps avoid dangerous situations.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the traffic prohibition sign

Can I cycle past a traffic prohibition sign? – No, unless a supplementary sign states that cycling is allowed.
Does the sign also apply to e-scooters? – Yes, e-scooters are considered vehicles.
How do I know if there are exceptions? – Look for supplementary signs that may allow certain vehicles, such as buses, delivery vehicles, or bicycles.