Theory Test booking

Booking the Theory Test

Book your theory test online using the official GOV.UK service: www.gov.uk/book-theory-test. There is no booking fee – you only pay the standard test fee. Be wary of unofficial websites that charge extra on top of the test fee. When you book you will receive a booking reference and a confirmation email.

Changing or cancelling a theory test

You must give at least 3 full working days’ notice to change or cancel your theory test, otherwise you will have to pay the fee again. Monday to Saturday count as working days; Sundays and public holidays do not. You can change or cancel online at www.gov.uk/change-theory-test.

Retaking the theory test if you fail

If you fail either part of the theory test you must retake both parts. You have to wait at least 3 working days before you can take the test again, and you pay the full fee each time.

Support if you have a reading difficulty, disability or health condition

Tell DVSA what support you need when you book. There is no extra charge for any of the following:

• You can ask to hear the test through headphones (a voiceover) in English or Welsh.
• You can ask for extra time to complete the multiple-choice part of the test.
• If you are deaf or have a hearing impairment you can take the test in British Sign Language (BSL) – a BSL video appears on screen next to the questions – or have a BSL interpreter with you.

Translators and interpreters for other languages are not available. The theory test can only be taken in English, Welsh or BSL. Full details are on GOV.UK: www.gov.uk/theory-test/reading-difficulty-disability-or-health-condition. If you have questions about support, call the DVSA theory test enquiry line on 0300 200 1122.

At the test centre

You must take your UK photocard driving licence with you to the test:

• If you have a licence from Northern Ireland, bring the photocard and the paper counterpart.
• If you have an old-style paper licence, bring a valid passport as well as your paper licence.

If you do not take the right documents your test will be cancelled and you will not get your fee back. Arrive in good time so that your licence can be checked; if you arrive after your appointment time you may not be allowed to take the test and will lose your fee. It is also worth taking your booking confirmation. See www.gov.uk/theory-test/what-to-take.

Checked against GOV.UK guidance on 11 September 2026. Rules can change – always confirm on GOV.UK before your test.