Short answer: the Malta theory test has 35 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes, and you pass with 30 correct answers. Below you can practise with the full Transport Malta question banks for cars (444 questions) and motorcycles (391 questions), take a timed mock test, and download the official PDFs.
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7-day study plan (car)
This plan covers all 444 car questions in five days, then two days of revision and mock tests. Use “Practise by topic” for days 1 to 5.
| Day | What to practise | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Road and Traffic Signs (or use our road signs test) | 71 |
| Day 2 | Rules of the Road, Dual Carriageway Rules, Documents | 67 |
| Day 3 | Vulnerable Road Users, Other Type of Vehicles | 80 |
| Day 4 | Hazard Awareness, Safety Margins, Alertness, Attitude | 112 |
| Day 5 | Vehicle Handling, Safety and Your Vehicle, Vehicle Loading, Accidents | 114 |
| Day 6 | “My mistakes” until empty, then the Weak questions test, then 2 mock tests | Your mistakes |
| Day 7 | Weak questions test, then 3 mock tests | 105 |
Book the real test when the quiz shows “Ready for the test”, which appears after you pass 3 mock tests in a row. Motorcycle learners can follow the same order with the motorcycle topics.
How the Malta theory test works
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 35 multiple-choice questions |
| Time | 45 minutes |
| Pass mark | 30 correct answers |
| What to bring | Your learner’s permit and ID card |
| Fee | €30.25 (re-sit €22.50) |
| Minimum age | 18 (16 for category AM) |
| After you pass | You receive a pass certificate, which you need before you can sit the practical driving test |
Source: Transport Malta and the Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations, S.L. 65.18. Fees can change, so confirm on transport.gov.mt before you book.
Download the official question PDFs
These are the theory test question banks published by Transport Malta, with the correct answers ticked. The quiz above uses exactly these questions.
What the test covers
The questions are grouped into these topics. “Road and Traffic Signs” is the largest group in both banks, so learn the signs first.
- Road and traffic signs
- Vulnerable road users (pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders, motorcyclists)
- Rules of the road
- Vehicle handling, safety margins and hazard awareness
- Attitude and alertness
- Accidents and first aid
- Safety and your vehicle (or motorcycle)
- Documents, dual carriageway rules and other vehicles
Tips to pass first time
- Read every word. Many questions ask what you should NOT do, or ask for TWO or THREE answers.
- Learn the sign shapes. Circles give orders, triangles warn, rectangles inform, and the octagon is STOP.
- Use your mistakes list. The quiz saves every wrong answer. Questions you miss twice come back first in the Weak questions test.
- Practise under time. 45 minutes for 35 questions is about 77 seconds each. The mock test runs the same clock.
- Don’t learn answer letters. In the real test the order can differ, so learn the reason behind each answer.
After the theory test
With your pass certificate you can apply for the practical test once all lessons on your Student Record Sheet are done. Our driving in Malta guide covers the practical test, licence rules for non-EU residents, penalty points and fines.
FAQ
How many questions are in the Malta theory test?
35 multiple-choice questions, and you need 30 correct to pass.
How long is the theory test?
45 minutes.
How much does the theory test cost?
€30.25, and a re-sit costs €22.50.
Are these the real test questions?
They are the practice question banks published by Transport Malta. The real test draws on the same topics, but the exact questions and their order can differ.
What age can I take the theory test?
18, or 16 for a category AM licence.
Can I take the theory test in another language?
Check with Transport Malta when you book, as available languages can change.
Is there a separate motorcycle theory test?
Yes. Choose “Motorcycle” in the quiz to practise the AM, A1, A2 and A question bank.
Questions and PDFs: Transport Malta theory test question banks (Car Version 4, Motorcycle Version 3). Reproduced for free practice; answers as marked by Transport Malta.