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Are you wondering what the real price of a driving license in Geneva is? Direct answer: for a car license (category B), expect to pay between 2,500 and 4,500 CHF all-in, from the learner’s permit application to the 2-phase course. Out of this total, official OCV fees only represent about 270 CHF. The rest goes toward classroom courses and, above all, driving lessons\u2014the part that varies most from person to person. <\/p>\n\n

Don’t panic: this budget is spread over several months, and you have real room to reduce it. In this article, we break down every expense step by step: verified official fees, Geneva market prices, and, alongside them, the rates at Success. And we’ll give you our instructor tips to save money without cutting corners on your training. <\/p>\n\n

The price of a driving license in Geneva at a glance<\/h2>\n\n

Here is the complete budget for a car license (category B), in the actual order of the license steps<\/a>. The last column shows our current rates, including promos: <\/p>\n\n

Step<\/th>Indicative price in Geneva<\/th>At Success<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
First aid course (10h)<\/td>approx. 120 to 150 CHF<\/td>from <\/span>140 CHF<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Eye test at an approved optician<\/td>approx. 20 CHF<\/td>at the optician, not at the driving school<\/td><\/tr>
OCV theory exam package (up to 3 attempts)<\/td>70 CHF<\/td>official fee, same everywhere<\/td><\/tr>
OCV issuance package (learner’s permit + driving license)<\/td>80 CHF<\/td>official fee, same everywhere<\/td><\/tr>
Classroom theory course (optional, recommended)<\/td>approx. 120 to 250 CHF for the full course<\/td>from <\/span>140 CHF<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Traffic awareness course (8h)<\/td>approx. 200 CHF<\/td>180 CHF<\/del> 140 CHF<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Single driving lesson (45 min)<\/td>90 to 120 CHF<\/td>from <\/span>90 CHF<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Driving lessons (20 to 35 lessons depending on your level)<\/td>1,800 to 3,500 CHF<\/td>SUCCESS 20 pack (20 lessons): 1700 CHF<\/del> 1600 CHF<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr>
Category B practical exam (OCV)<\/td>120 CHF<\/td>official fee, same everywhere<\/td><\/tr>
Further training course (2 phases, after the exam)<\/td>approx. 350 to 450 CHF<\/td>at an approved center<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/td>approx. 2,500 to 4,500 CHF<\/td>compare with our packs<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n

OCV amounts are set by the OCV fee regulations<\/a>; market prices are ranges observed at Geneva schools and the TCS. The TCS estimates the national budget<\/a> between approximately 2,900 and 4,400 CHF, which confirms the Geneva price range. <\/p>\n\n

One point that often reassures our students: you never pay everything at once. Each step is paid at its own pace, often over 6 to 12 months. <\/p>\n\n

Fixed costs before driving: classroom courses and OCV<\/h2>\n\n

Before your first lesson behind the wheel, there is an administrative process. These costs are almost identical for everyone: about 500 CHF in total. <\/p>\n\n

The first aid course and eye test<\/h3>\n\n

The first aid course (sometimes called the lifesaver course) lasts 10 hours and generally costs between 120 and 150 CHF depending on the provider. The certificate must be less than 6 years old at the time of your learner’s permit application, according to federal rules shared by lepermisdeconduire.ch<\/a>. At SDS, this course is one of the three classroom courses<\/a> you can take at Cornavin or Eaux-Vives. <\/p>\n\n

You also need an eye test at an approved optician, performed within 24 months preceding your application. Expect to pay about 20 CHF; some Geneva opticians even do it for free. <\/p>\n\n

The learner’s permit and theory exam<\/h3>\n\n

The learner’s permit is the document that allows you to drive accompanied with the “L” plate on the back. In Geneva, you can apply for it from age 17. The application is submitted to the OCV (Office cantonal des v\u00e9hicules). <\/p>\n\n

Regarding fees, the OCV applies two flat rates:<\/p>\n\n