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Mandatory direction of travel
The sign indicates that drivers shall leave the intersection in the direction indicated on the sign.
When you see the sign
You must continue straight ahead in the direction indicated by the arrow. You cannot turn right or left at the point where the requirement applies.
Rules
- The sign requires you to drive straight ahead.
- You are not permitted to turn right or left where the sign applies.
- You cannot make a U-turn either, as this would violate the requirement to drive straight ahead.
- The sign does not give you priority; you must still obey give-way rules, traffic lights and directions from the police.
Tips
- Move into a lane that continues straight ahead early.
- Look for road markings and lane arrows showing which lanes continue straight ahead.
- Do not use your turn signal when continuing straight ahead unless you are also changing lanes.
- Plan a different route if you were actually intending to turn; do not make a sudden or illegal manoeuvre.
Common misconceptions
- Some people think the sign merely recommends driving straight ahead, but the white arrow on a blue circular background indicates a mandatory instruction.
- Some people confuse the sign with påbudt kjørefelt, which shows which side of a sign or traffic island you must pass.
- Some people think the sign gives priority through the intersection, but it only regulates the permitted direction of travel.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign mean?
- AYou must drive straight ahead or turn right.
- BYou must turn either right or left.
- CYou must drive straight ahead only.
- DYou must pass an obstruction on the side indicated by the arrow.
Medium
You are approaching an intersection and want to return in the opposite direction. How should you act when the sign applies?
- AYou turn left and find a suitable place to turn around later.
- BYou drive straight ahead and find a legal place to turn around later.
- CYou make a U-turn at the intersection when visibility is clear.
- DYou turn right and find a suitable place to turn around later.
Hard
A police officer clearly directs you to the right, even though the sign applies. What should you do?
- AYou turn left and avoid the police officer's direction.
- BYou turn right and follow the police officer's instruction.
- CYou stop before the intersection and wait until the directing has ended.
- DYou drive straight ahead and follow the sign's instruction.
Theory test tip
Look closely at the number of arrows and their directions. A single arrow pointing straight up means that only driving straight ahead is permitted, while an additional side arrow would also permit turning in that direction.
Did you know
The sign is part of the 402 series, in which the direction or combination of the arrows shows which directions of travel are mandatory. The circular blue design identifies mandatory-instruction signs in Norway.
Frequently asked questions
Can I turn right if the road is empty?
No, not where the requirement applies. The sign requires you to drive straight ahead regardless of whether there is any other traffic.
Do I have priority when I follow the arrow straight ahead?
No, the sign does not give you priority. You must still obey give-way signs, traffic lights and other applicable traffic rules.
Can I make a U-turn at the sign?
No, a U-turn is not driving straight ahead. You must continue straight ahead and find another place where it is legal and safe to turn around.
What is the difference between this sign and the sign for påbudt kjørefelt?
This sign determines which direction you must continue in. påbudt kjørefelt indicates which side of the sign, for example at a traffic island, you must pass.
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