Ceguera nocturnaValonia
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Normas de tráfico
Valonia
242. Ceguera nocturna
La ceguera nocturna, también llamada nictalopía, es una capacidad reducida para ver en oscuridad o con poca luz. Puede dificultar reconocer peatones, ciclistas, marcas viales, curvas u obstáculos de noche y durante el crepúsculo. Puede tener distintas causas, incluidas algunas enfermedades oculares, deficiencias vitamínicas o problemas de retina. Los conductores que tengan dificultades para ver con poca luz deben evitar conducir cuando su visión sea insuficiente y solicitar atención profesional de la vista.
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.
