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Mandatory direction of travel
The sign indicates that drivers shall leave the intersection in the direction indicated on the sign.
When you see the sign
You must drive to the right in the direction indicated by the arrow. You cannot choose to continue straight ahead or drive to the left where the requirement applies, unless the traffic is directed differently by the police or another authority.
Rules
- The sign requires you to drive to the right at the location where it is installed.
- You are not permitted to continue straight ahead or drive to the left if these directions are not indicated as permitted.
- The requirement applies to drivers facing the sign and must be followed even if other directions appear physically possible.
- Instructions given by the police or another person authorised to regulate traffic take precedence over the sign.
Tips
- Move into the correct lane early so you can follow the direction to the right.
- Look for lane arrows and road markings showing how to drive through the area.
- Reduce your speed enough to follow the requirement in a controlled manner while giving way to road users you are required to give way to.
- Check your mirrors and blind spot if positioning yourself in the lane requires you to move the vehicle to the right.
Common misconceptions
- Some people think the sign merely recommends going to the right, but a mandatory sign indicates a direction that must be followed.
- The sign is confused with «Påbudt kjørefelt», which indicates which side of the sign or an obstruction you must pass.
- The sign is confused with «Påbudt kjøreretning sving til høyre», even though the arrows have different designs and the specific traffic movement is different.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign mean?
- AYou must drive straight ahead.
- BYou must pass the sign on the right side.
- CYou must drive to the left.
- DYou must drive to the right.
Medium
You encounter this sign at an intersection. The roads straight ahead and to the left are physically open. What do you do?
- AI continue straight ahead because the road is open.
- BI drive to the left because the road is open.
- CI drive to the right, as required by the sign.
- DI choose the direction freely because the sign is only a recommendation.
Hard
A police officer directing traffic clearly signals you to drive straight ahead. This sign is also directed at you. What do you do?
- AI follow the police officer's signal and drive straight ahead.
- BI choose between turning right and driving straight ahead.
- CI follow the sign's instruction and turn right.
- DI stop and wait until the sign is removed.
Theory test tip
Look carefully at the shape of the arrow. An arrow pointing to the right indicates that you must drive to the right, while a curved arrow means that you must turn right, and sign 404.1 indicates which side of the sign you must pass.
Did you know
Mandatory signs usually have a blue background with a white symbol. The simple arrow shape allows drivers to quickly recognise the required direction, even at complicated junctions and during temporary traffic diversions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I continue straight ahead if the road is open?
No. When the sign applies to you, you must drive to the right even if it is physically possible to continue straight ahead.
Does the sign mean that I have priority when driving to the right?
No. The sign determines the direction of travel, but does not give you priority or cancel your duty to give way.
Is this the same as having to pass an obstruction on the right-hand side?
No. The requirement to pass a sign or an obstruction on a particular side is shown by sign 404.1 «Påbudt kjørefelt».
Do I have to follow the sign if the police indicate that I should drive another way?
No. Instructions from the police or another person authorised to regulate traffic take precedence over traffic signs.
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