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242. Cécité nocturne
La cécité nocturne, ou nyctalopie, est une capacité réduite à voir dans l’obscurité ou lorsque la luminosité est faible. Elle peut rendre difficile la détection des piétons, cyclistes, marquages, virages ou obstacles la nuit et au crépuscule. Elle peut avoir diverses causes, notamment certaines maladies oculaires, des carences en vitamines ou des problèmes rétiniens. Les conducteurs qui voient mal lorsque la lumière est faible doivent éviter de conduire lorsque leur vision est insuffisante et consulter un professionnel de la vue.
Are there minimum vision requirements for driving at night in Belgium?
Yes. Belgian driving-fitness standards consider several aspects of vision, including visual acuity, visual field, twilight vision, sensitivity to light and contrast and other visual functions needed for safe driving.
What should you do if you have difficulty seeing at night in Belgium?
If your vision may no longer meet the driving-fitness standards, you should have it assessed by an ophthalmologist. The ophthalmologist can determine whether you remain medically fit to drive or whether further assessment is needed.
Can night blindness affect your Belgian driving licence?
Yes. If reduced night or twilight vision affects driving fitness, a driver may be declared fit with conditions or restrictions, temporarily unfit or unfit to drive, depending on the medical assessment.
Can a Belgian driving licence restrict you to daytime driving?
Yes. A person who remains fit to drive only under certain conditions can receive an adapted driving licence with restrictions. One possible restriction is driving only during daylight.
Do Belgian licence applicants have to meet visual requirements at night?
Yes. Applicants for group 1 licences must declare that, with or without optical correction, they have sufficient visual acuity, including at night. If they cannot meet the required visual standards, a medical examination is necessary.
Who assesses visual fitness to drive in Belgium?
When vision may be insufficient, an ophthalmologist assesses driving fitness. The driver may also be referred to CARA or another authorised driving-fitness centre for further evaluation when necessary.

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