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Key Facts: Mali Permis Catégorie D Exam

> 8 seats

Passenger capacity threshold defining Category D (excluding the driver)

Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM, Article 90

21 years

Minimum age required to obtain a Category D licence in Mali

Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM, Article 90

1 year

Minimum duration Category C licence must be held prior to Category D application

Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG, Article 25

30/40

Passing score required on the 40-question theoretical admissibility assessment

Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG, Article 11

750 kg

Maximum trailer gross weight (PTAC) allowed under Category D without Category E

Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM, Article 90

5 / 3 / 1 yrs

Renewal cycle: up to age 55 (5 yrs), 56–65 (3 yrs), over 65 (annually)

Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM, Article 91

Mali's Category D passenger-vehicle theory assessment comprises 40 multiple-choice questions requiring at least 30 correct answers (75%) to qualify for off-road and on-road practical driving tests. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, hold Category C for at least one year, and undergo mandatory school training. Independent practice by OpenExamPrep provides 100 English-language study questions adapting the published curriculum into four-option MCQ study format; it is not an official translation or a simulation of the full licensing process.

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1Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 90, which motor vehicles require a Category D driving licence in Mali?
A.Goods vehicles with a maximum permissible gross laden weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes
B.Motor vehicles designed and built for passenger transport having more than eight passenger seats in addition to the driver's seat
C.Passenger vehicles designed to carry up to eight passengers in addition to the driver
D.Articulated goods combinations exceeding a total train weight of 40 tonnes
Explanation: Article 90 of Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM explicitly defines Category D as motor vehicles designed for passenger transport with more than eight passenger seats excluding the driver. Vehicles carrying eight or fewer passenger seats fall under Category B.
2What is the maximum permissible gross laden weight (PTAC) of a trailer that may be coupled to a Category D passenger vehicle without requiring a Category E licence?
A.500 kg
B.1,000 kg
C.750 kg
D.1,500 kg
Explanation: Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 90, a Category D licence allows towing a light trailer whose maximum authorized weight (PTAC) does not exceed 750 kg. If the trailer exceeds 750 kg, the combination falls within Category E.
3What safe operating rule applies to passenger doors while a bus is in motion?
A.All passenger doors must remain securely closed until the vehicle comes to a complete standstill
B.Doors may remain slightly ajar to improve air circulation during hot weather
C.The rear door may be opened while coasting to a stop if passengers are waiting to alight
D.Doors must be locked from the outside by the conductor throughout the journey
Explanation: Passenger doors must remain securely closed while the bus is moving so no passenger can fall or enter the rear-wheel path. Article 87 of the current Highway Code concerns duties toward pedestrians, so it should not be cited as the source of this door rule.
4Where are passengers legally permitted to board and alight from a public transport bus in Mali?
A.Anywhere along the road provided traffic is momentarily stationary
B.At any road intersection where the vehicle is stopped at a red traffic light
C.On the roadway side of the bus when the sidewalk is congested
D.Exclusively at designated stops and on the pavement or sidewalk side of the roadway
Explanation: Under Malian road transport regulations, boarding and alighting must take place exclusively at officially designated stops on the curb or shoulder side of the road, once the vehicle is brought to a complete stop.
5What is the legal status under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 94 regarding carrying passengers on the roof or imperial rack of a public transport vehicle?
A.Permitted during peak hours if all interior seats are occupied and passengers hold onto rails
B.Strictly prohibited under all circumstances, carrying immediate administrative and criminal sanctions
C.Permitted on rural unpaved roads where bus frequencies are low
D.Allowed provided passengers wear safety helmets and the speed does not exceed 30 km/h
Explanation: Article 94 of Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM strictly bans transporting passengers on the roof, exterior luggage racks, or imperial structures. It is a critical safety violation that leads to severe rollover fatalities and falls.
6Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 94, what does the law mandate regarding passengers or conductors riding on the vehicle's exterior running boards (marchepieds)?
A.It is strictly prohibited for any person to ride on the running boards or steps while the vehicle is in motion
B.Conductors may ride on the running board if they are assisting passengers with bags
C.Passengers may stand on running boards if the door cannot be shut due to crowds
D.It is permitted inside urban areas where vehicle speed is below 20 km/h
Explanation: Riding on exterior running boards or hanging onto open doorways is strictly banned under Article 94. The driver must ensure nobody is clinging to steps or doors before moving the bus.
7How is the maximum authorized passenger capacity determined for a public transport bus in Mali?
A.By the driver based on visual seat availability before each departure
B.By the number of tickets sold at the terminal station
C.By the official vehicle registration certificate (carte grise) and technical inspection document
D.By adding 25% standing passengers to the total number of installed seats
Explanation: Passenger capacity is legally fixed by the vehicle registration certificate (carte grise), which specifies seated and standing passenger limits based on manufacturer specifications and national homologation.
8Under transport regulations, how are children under 10 years of age generally accounted for when computing passenger seat capacity on long-distance coaches?
A.Three children under 10 are counted as one adult seat
B.Two children under 10 years of age are counted as occupying one passenger seat
C.Children under 10 are not counted toward the legal passenger limit
D.Every child regardless of age must always occupy two individual seats
Explanation: Standard passenger transport rules state that two children under 10 years old are counted as one adult passenger seat, provided that this does not cause overcrowding or compromise individual seatbelt availability where fitted.
9What is the safety rule regarding infants and young children carried on an adult passenger's lap in an intercity coach?
A.An adult may hold an infant inside the same seatbelt with themselves around both bodies
B.Infants must be placed on the floor between the passenger's feet during travel
C.Infants may be seated unattended in the aisle on a folding stool
D.An adult may hold an infant in their arms, but the seatbelt must never be fastened around both adult and child together
Explanation: Fastening an adult seatbelt around both an adult and an infant is extremely dangerous; in a collision, the adult's crushing mass would crush the child against the belt. An infant held on a lap must not share the belt webbing.
10What does Malian road transport safety require regarding central aisles and gangways inside passenger buses?
A.Aisles must be kept completely clear of baggage, goods, and folding stools at all times
B.Aisles may be filled with luggage if the external luggage compartments are full
C.Aisles may have wooden stools placed for additional standing passengers during rush hour
D.Aisles must be blocked at both ends to keep passengers in their assigned seating rows
Explanation: Central aisles serve as primary evacuation paths during an emergency and allow safe passenger movement. Blocking them with luggage, stools (strapontins non réglementaires), or parcels is strictly prohibited.

About the Mali Permis Catégorie D Exam

Mali’s Permis de Conduire Catégorie D authorizes driving passenger vehicles designed to carry more than eight passengers in addition to the driver, with an optional light trailer not exceeding 750 kg PTAC. Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM and Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG, applicants must be at least 21 years old, have held Category C for at least one year, present a recent medical certificate, and pass both a 40-question theoretical admissibility assessment (requiring 30 correct answers) and practical driving assessments. Independent practice by OpenExamPrep provides 100 English-language study questions adapting the published curriculum into four-option MCQ study format; it is not an official translation or a simulation of the full licensing process.

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Assessment

Candidates first sit the 40-question multiple-choice theoretical admissibility assessment. Passing the theory assessment grants six months of eligibility to complete the category D practical examination, consisting of an off-road maneuver phase (plateau) and an on-road circulation evaluation in a passenger-transport vehicle.

Time Limit

Not published in Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG

Passing Score

30/40 correct answers (75%) on the theoretical admissibility assessment

Exam / Certification Fees

Décret n° 2025-0052/PT-RM sets the examination fee at 15,000 FCFA, payable once. Article 6 temporarily preserves the earlier fee schedule until effective rollout of biometric licence services, so candidates should confirm the amount currently collected with the regional transport directorate.

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25% of this practice bank; official regulations publish no percentage breakdown

Passenger public transport regulations and passenger safety

Boarding and alighting safety rules (Articles 87 and 94), passenger restraint, child passenger calculations, and strict prohibitions on roof, exterior rack, and running-board riding.

20% of this practice bank; official regulations publish no percentage breakdown

Bus dynamics, vehicle overhang, stopping distances, and maneuvers

Front and rear overhang (porte-à-faux), tail swing, swept turn paths, extended stopping distances, blind spot mitigation, bus stop departure priority, and dedicated bus lane rules.

20% of this practice bank; official regulations publish no percentage breakdown

Public transport prohibitions and load integrity

Strict prohibition of mixed transport of passengers and commercial freight or livestock (Articles 94 and 100), hazardous materials ban on passenger vehicles, and luggage compartment safety.

20% of this practice bank; official regulations publish no percentage breakdown

Professional driver regulations, qualifications, and rest times

Minimum age of 21, prerequisite of holding Category C for at least one year, medical fitness standards, 5/3/1-year licence renewal cycle, and statutory driving and rest times (Articles 97–99).

15% of this practice bank; official regulations publish no percentage breakdown

Emergency preparedness, safety equipment, and evacuation protocols

Fire extinguisher carriage and inspection, emergency exit doors and roof hatches (issues de secours), window hammers, passenger conflict de-escalation, and post-crash first aid protocol (PAS).

Preparing for the Mali Permis Catégorie D Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 30/40 correct answers (75%) on the theoretical admissibility assessment
  • Assessment: Candidates first sit the 40-question multiple-choice theoretical admissibility assessment. Passing the theory assessment grants six months of eligibility to complete the category D practical examination, consisting of an off-road maneuver phase (plateau) and an on-road circulation evaluation in a passenger-transport vehicle.
  • Time limit: Not published in Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG
  • Exam / certification fees: Décret n° 2025-0052/PT-RM sets the examination fee at 15,000 FCFA, payable once. Article 6 temporarily preserves the earlier fee schedule until effective rollout of biometric licence services, so candidates should confirm the amount currently collected with the regional transport directorate. Official sources

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Mali Permis Catégorie D: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master vehicle definitions: Category D covers vehicles with more than 8 passenger seats plus the driver, with a trailer up to 750 kg PTAC.
2Understand rear overhang (porte-à-faux arrière): when turning, the rear body swings outward in the direction opposite to the turn, creating a collision risk for pedestrians and poles.
3Know passenger carriage prohibitions: transport of animals, loose freight in passenger compartments, and passengers on roofs or running boards is strictly illegal under Malian law.
4Memorize statutory renewal schedules: 5 years for drivers up to 55, 3 years from 56 to 65, and 1 year for drivers above 65 years old.
5Memorize the PAS emergency protocol: Protéger (protect the scene and stop the bus safely), Alerter (call Protection Civile and police), Secourir (apply basic first aid and evacuate safely).

Frequently Asked Questions

What vehicles are covered by Mali's Category D driving licence?

Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 90, Category D covers motor vehicles used for passenger transport having more than eight passenger seats in addition to the driver's seat. It also permits towing a light trailer with a maximum authorized gross weight (PTAC) not exceeding 750 kg.

What is the prerequisite licence required before applying for Category D in Mali?

Under Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG Article 25, an applicant for Category D must have held a valid Category C (heavy goods vehicle) driving licence for at least one year.

What is the passing standard for the theoretical admissibility assessment?

Arrêté n° 2024-3860/MTI-SG Article 11 stipulates an assessment of 40 multiple-choice questions, with a minimum passing threshold of 30 correct answers (75%).

What is the mandatory renewal schedule for Category D licence holders?

Under Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 91, Category D licences must be renewed every five years for drivers aged 18 to 55, every three years for drivers aged 56 to 65, and annually for drivers over 65 years of age, subject to a satisfactory medical examination.

Is carrying passengers on the roof or exterior running boards permitted in Mali?

No. Décret n° 2023-0509/PT-RM Article 94 strictly prohibits carrying passengers on the roof, imperial racks, external steps, or running boards (marchepieds) of public passenger transport vehicles.