Highway Code in Gujan-Mestras

Administratively linked to the prefecture of Bordeaux, Gujan-Mestras is a small town with 22,153 inhabitants (INSEE) located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Getting your Highway Code here involves knowing both the local context and the prefectural services mobilised for the exam.

Gujan-Mestras is in 33, in a region where driving may mix Landes pine forest, vineyards, wine valleys and Atlantic coast access. Connections rely on the A63 along the coast, the A10 to Paris and the toll-free A20 towards Limoges and central France. Spain proximity via the A63 generates permanent international truck traffic, especially on the Bayonne-border section. In Gujan-Mestras, a small town, candidates encounter moderate traffic but varied intersections, with herringbone parking, school car parks and access to public facilities.

For the practical Highway Code test, department 33 shows an average waiting time of about 63 days (national average) between registration and exam date. Sessions take place in the centres designated by the Prefecture of Bordeaux, and the national RdvPermis platform progressively manages slot allocation.

In parallel, the highway code theoretical test (ETG) can be taken with several state-approved operators. La Poste, one of the most widespread, offers an official search tool allowing candidates to book a session close to home.

According to the ONISR, the 1st-presentation pass rate for the B licence in department 33 stands at 63.8%. This rate is higher than the national average of 58.0%, a favourable indicator for preparation conditions in the department. The rate actually observed for the Highway Code may vary depending on the training followed and the driving school's own history.

For administrative procedures linked to the Highway Code, candidates in Gujan-Mestras deal mainly with the Prefecture of Bordeaux and with the ANTS portal for digital requests. Expected processing times depend on the department workload; keep all original documents on hand and anticipate the validity of your health check-ups when required.