Mandatory signs

What do mandatory signs look like?

Mandatory signs are round with a blue background, white border and white symbols. The signs require a specific direction of travel, the use of a particular lane or specific manners of driving.

Lane-use control (right)

The sign indicates that drivers must pass the sign on the side that the arrow points to. Here: pass on the right.

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Is the lane-use control right sign important for the theory test and the driving test?

The lane-use control right sign is very important for both the class B theory test and the driving test. You must explain its meaning and show that you can drive correctly around obstacles and central reservations.

What is the lane-use control right sign?

The lane-use control right sign is a mandatory sign that shows you must always pass an obstacle, traffic island or central reservation on the right side. The sign is circular with a blue background, white border and an arrow pointing to the right.

When do you encounter the lane-use control right sign?

You often find the lane-use control right sign at:

Traffic islands at intersections or pedestrian crossings, where road users must pass on the right side.
Central reservations on open stretches of road with a physical central reservation where traffic can only pass on the right side.
Bus pullouts and bus lanes marking areas where only buses and taxis can pass on the right side of the island.

In the picture you see the lane-use control right sign placed at a traffic island. The sign shows that all vehicles must drive on the right side of the island to avoid collisions.

Picture of the lane-use control right sign

What happens if you ignore the lane-use control right sign?

If you drive on the left side of the lane-use control right sign, you can be stopped by the police, get a fine, points and create dangerous situations with oncoming traffic. Ignoring the lane-use control right sign can lead to accidents and serious injuries.

Why is the lane-use control right sign important?

The lane-use control right sign increases traffic safety by directing traffic correctly around obstacles and central reservations. It reduces wrong-way driving and contributes to better mobility on the roads.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the lane-use control right sign

Does the sign apply to cyclists? Yes, all vehicles, including bicycles, must follow the lane-use control right sign unless a supplementary sign exempts cyclists.
What is supplementary sign 906V? Supplementary sign 906V is an obstacle marker that must always be used together with the lane-use control right sign for extra visibility.
What if there is room on the left side? Even if the road is wide, you must follow the lane-use control right sign and pass on the right side.