A CBR medical examination is a medical assessment used to determine whether you are fit to safely participate in traffic. In some situations, the CBR requires a medical check before you can obtain, renew, or keep your driving licence. This may happen if you have a medical condition, use certain medications, or reach a certain age.

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During a CBR medical examination, your physical and mental ability to drive a vehicle safely is assessed. The purpose is not to make it harder to get a driving licence, but to ensure road safety for everyone.

The medical fitness declaration is a form used by the CBR to assess whether there are any health-related factors that may affect your driving ability. This form was previously known as the Health Declaration.

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When completing the declaration, you answer questions about your health, such as:

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• Vision or hearing problems
• Diabetes
• Heart and cardiovascular diseases
• Neurological conditions
• Mental health issues
• Use of certain medications
• Alcohol or drug-related problems

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Based on your answers, the CBR decides whether additional information or a further medical examination is required.

A CBR medical examination is not mandatory for everyone. In most cases, it is only required when there is a medical situation that could affect safe driving.

You may need a CBR medical examination in the following situations:

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When Applying For A Driving Licence

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Some drivers must undergo a medical assessment before taking the practical driving test. This often applies when there is a condition that may affect reaction time, concentration, or motor skills.

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When Renewing A Driving Licence

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Drivers aged 75 or older usually need a medical examination when renewing their driving licence.

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After Reports Or Medical Changes

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The CBR may also request an examination if there are reports concerning your driving fitness or if your medical condition has changed.

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The process of a CBR medical examination usually consists of several steps.

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1. Complete The Health Declaration

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You begin by completing the medical fitness declaration through the CBR.

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2. Assessment By The CBR

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The CBR reviews your answers. In some cases, the declaration alone is sufficient and no additional steps are needed.

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3. Possible Medical Examination

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If the CBR requires more information, you may be referred to a doctor or specialist for a medical examination.

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4. Decision By The CBR

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After reviewing all information, the CBR makes a decision regarding your driving fitness. In some cases, you may receive a driving licence with a limited validity period or additional conditions.

During a CBR medical examination, a doctor looks at factors that are important for safe driving. This can vary depending on your situation, but commonly includes:

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• Eyesight
• Hearing
• Reaction ability
• Mobility
• Concentration
• Medication use
• General health

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The doctor then sends the results to the CBR.

The duration of the entire process depends on your situation. If no additional medical information is required, the assessment can be completed relatively quickly. If specialist examinations are needed, the process may take longer.

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That is why it is wise to apply for your medical fitness declaration well in advance, especially if your driving licence is about to expire.

The costs of a CBR medical examination vary depending on your situation and the doctor involved. In addition to the fee for the health declaration, there may also be costs for medical examinations or specialist assessments.

It is therefore smart to ask about the total costs beforehand.

Yes, in some cases the CBR may decide that someone is temporarily or permanently unfit to drive. This only happens when there are serious risks to road safety.

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Sometimes certain conditions are imposed, such as:

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• A driving licence with limited validity
• Mandatory medical check-ups
• Vehicle adaptations
• Permission to drive only under specific circumstances

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Many people with medical conditions are still able to drive safely.

Want to avoid delays? These tips may help:

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• Apply for your health declaration on time
• Answer all questions honestly and completely
• Gather medical documents in advance
• Schedule medical appointments as soon as possible
• Regularly check messages from the CBR

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Good preparation can save a lot of time.

A CBR medical examination is intended to determine whether drivers can safely participate in traffic. Through the medical fitness declaration, the CBR assesses whether there are health factors that may affect driving ability.

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Although the process can sometimes seem complicated, good preparation helps prevent delays and stress. By applying for your declaration on time and providing complete medical information, the process will often go much more smoothly.

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