About signs

Main types of signs

Most of the signs you will see on Afghanistan roads are international symbolic signs. This means they use the same shapes and symbols as traffic signs all over the world.

Symbolic signs are used because they are quick to read and easy for all drivers to understand.

Afghanistan's signs are generally made of reflective material, making them easier to read at night.

The three types of sign

The signs on our roads can be divided into three types:

1. Compulsory signs
2. Warning signs
3. Information signs

You must be able to recognise and understand each type of sign.

Some examples of these signs are shown on the following pages.

Note: the examples shown are only a small sample of the symbolic signs used on our roads. They are intended to familiarise you with the three main types of symbolic sign rather than introduce you to all of the signs you will see when driving.

Important

Road authorities (for example, local councils) may have special rules for road users in specific areas. These restrictions should be signs or markings.

Compulsory signs tell you what you must or must not do.

They are usually red or blue.