End of Restriction road sign (R600)
Regulatory · De-restriction · R600

End of Restriction Sign

The restriction indicated by the corresponding sign ends here (e.g. end of speed limit, end of no overtaking zone, end of bus lane). Revert to normal road rules.

What Kind of Sign Is This?

Regulatory signs carry the force of law — ignoring one is an offence. They are the largest group in the K53 test and the one candidates most often lose marks on.

NATIS code
R600
Category
Regulatory
Group
De-restriction

K53 Questions on Regulatory Signs

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A round white sign with a red border has no symbol inside it — just a blank white disc. What does this sign mean?▼
End of all restrictions

A blank white circle (without any markings) within a red border is the END OF RESTRICTIONS sign. All special speed limits and prohibitions that were posted earlier no longer apply. Revert to the default limits.

What does this sign mean — an octagonal red sign with the word "STOP"?▼
Come to a complete stop at the stop line

The STOP sign (octagonal, red) requires a complete stop at the stop line. You must stop regardless of whether traffic is present, check for safety, then proceed.

A triangular sign with a red border and a white background pointing upwards — what does it mean?▼
Give way to approaching traffic

The YIELD (Give Way) sign is an inverted triangle with a red border. You must give way to all traffic on the road you are entering.

What does a round red sign with a white horizontal bar in the centre mean?▼
No entry, do not enter this road

The NO ENTRY sign (round, red, white horizontal bar) means entry to this road is prohibited. You must not drive past this sign.

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