Exit Indicator
The sign indicates direction at an exit
When You See This Sign
When you see an exit direction sign, you should in good time assess whether you will leave the road via the indicated exit. Change to the correct lane, signal, and adjust your speed for the exit while keeping an eye on other traffic.
Rules & Regulations
- The exit direction sign (F7) is an informational sign that shows the direction of an upcoming exit and is not a prohibition or mandatory sign.
- The signs are placed well before the exit and may be repeated at different distances to guide traffic into the correct lane.
- If you intend to use the exit, you should change lanes in good time and signal clearly; the sign shows where the exit is and which direction to follow.
- The exit direction sign does not regulate right of way or speed - other signs and road markings at the exit may indicate such rules, and these must be followed.
Tips for Drivers
- Look for the exit direction sign in good time so you have time to plan lane changes and avoid hurried maneuvers near the exit.
- Signal early and check your mirrors and blind spot before changing into the lane that leads in the direction of the arrow.
- Reduce speed gradually before the exit and follow signage after the exit for further route choices or destination directions.
- On motorways and express roads you often see multiple exit direction signs in sequence - use them to confirm you are in the correct lane well before the exit.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that the exit direction sign is a mandatory sign and therefore must be followed even if you do not intend to exit - it is an informational sign.
- Changing lanes too late because the sign is noticed too late or ignored, which leads to abrupt and unsafe lane changes.
- Mistaking the arrow's direction for complete destination guidance and missing supplementary signs that show the exact route number or destination.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Exit Indicator
What should you do when you see this sign at an exit?
- A Use the arrow/sign as guidance for which direction the exit leads
- B Park immediately on the exit ramp
- C Assume the exit is prohibited for passenger cars
- D Reduce your speed to walking pace because it is a walking-speed zone
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may get a question that confuses informational signs with prohibition signs. Remember that the exit direction sign (F7) only shows the direction for an exit - it does not indicate right of way, speed, or that you must change lanes if you do not intend to exit.
Did You Know?
The exit direction sign belongs to the route guidance group and often appears repeated in several stages (e.g., at longer distances) to give the driver time to choose the correct lane. It is used especially on motorways and major through roads where higher speeds require early guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the exit direction sign mean I have to turn off?
No, the exit direction sign is informative and only shows where the exit is and in which direction it goes. You only need to follow the arrow if you plan to use the exit.
Do I have to change lanes immediately when I see an exit direction sign?
No, you should not change lanes abruptly. Prepare the lane change in good time, signal, and check that it is safe before changing into the lane for the exit.
Can the exit direction sign be combined with other signs?
Yes, the exit direction sign can be placed together with distance signs or destination names to provide more information about where the exit leads. Look at supplementary signs for details such as route number or distance.
Is the exit direction sign also found on small local roads?
The exit direction sign is typically used mainly on motorways, expressways, and larger through roads. On smaller local roads it occurs more sparingly and simpler directional signs are more often used instead.
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