What is the official parabola
After failing the practical exam a new re-examination permit is required to schedule and sit for the new exam. The amount is attributed to the Ministry of Transport.
PARABLE OF RE-EXAMINATION
Myths and truths about the review parabola
When a candidate fails the practical exam, they often hear that they have to pay a "re-examination fee". In practice we have to distinguish two different amounts: the official fee attributed to the Ministry of Transport and the possible remuneration of the driving school or instructor for the time and the vehicle they will make available.
Important: The official review fee is not the same as the faculty fee. The faculty/instructor fee, when applicable, is free and may vary from faculty to faculty.
What is the tuition fee?
The fee quoted by a school may include the instructor's fee, use of the training vehicle, waiting/examination time, VAT and operating costs.
How it can be announced
Another school may say "€150 plus fee", while another may include the official fee in the total price. That's why you have to ask what exactly is included.
What to check before you pay
Ask to be clarified whether the amount is for government fee only, tuition fee only or both, so there is no misunderstanding.
Indicative review fee breakdown
The example below shows how a total school/trainer fee of €150 can be broken down. It is not a mandatory or uniform government charge.
| N/A | Charge analysis | Indicative amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trainer's fee for the time he will allocate, approximately 2-3 hours | 70€ |
| 2 | VAT 24% | 30€ |
| 3 | Income tax | 24€ |
| 4 | Vehicle wear and tear, road tax, insurance, accident risk and other school expenses | 26€ |
| Total indicative fee | 150€ | |