When can a driving licence be withdrawn?
Wann kann der Fahrausweis entzogen werden?
Correct answer: B
- A for unauthorised use of the hornbei unerlaubtem Hupen
- B for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugsbei Fahren unter Einfluss von Alkohol oder Drogen
- C for parking incorrectlybei falschem Parkieren
- D for driving in thick fogbei Fahren bei starkem Nebel
Why
Anyone who drives under the influence of alcohol or drugs puts others in serious danger. That is why the driving licence can be withdrawn.
Common mistakes
- C: for parking incorrectly
- Parking incorrectly costs a fine, but the licence is not withdrawn for it.
- D: for driving in thick fog
- In fog, you must drive slowly and carefully. But driving is not prohibited.
Topic
To drive a car or a motorcycle, you need a driving licence (Führerausweis, often called Fahrausweis). Anyone who seriously breaks the traffic rules can lose it. The Road Traffic Office can then withdraw the licence for a certain time. During this time you may no longer drive. In serious cases you then have to attend courses or take a test.
Living in Switzerland
School and everyday life
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 190 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.