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Driving Theory 2026
Traffic sign D2: Pass on the side shown by the arrow
D2 · D signs

Sign D2: pass on the side of the arrow

You must pass the sign on the side the arrow points to. The sign is blue and round, with a diagonal white arrow.

Official text (RVV 1990, translated) “All drivers must pass the sign on the side shown by the arrow”

What you need to know

  • This applies to all drivers, so also to cyclists and moped riders. By law, all road users except pedestrians are "drivers". annex 1, D2; art. 1
  • You must obey signs that give an obligation or a prohibition. art. 62

Exam tip

One arrow or two?

Traffic sign D2: Pass on the side shown by the arrow
D2One arrow: pass the sign on that side only annex 1, D2
Traffic sign D3: Pass on either side
D3Two arrows: you may pass on either side annex 1, D3

Don't confuse it with