Straight ahead

Straight ahead

You must continue straight ahead; turning left or right is not permitted here.

Mandatory Turns at Junctions

What should you do?

Keep straight on through the junction and do not signal or position for a turn.

How to recognise it

A blue disc with a white arrow pointing straight up.

Common confusion

It is the opposite of the red-ringed No straight ahead sign, which has a crossed-out arrow.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Quick Facts

Category
Mandatory Turns at Junctions
Sign Name
Straight ahead
Category Size
9 signs

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