Theory test appointments can be booked, and subject to three clear working days notice, be changed and cancelled using driving test booking online service or the telephone. You can also download an application form and apply by post.
Before you can take your theory test you will need to make sure you have a valid provisional driving licence. You can apply for a provisional driving licence from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). The application form (form D1) can be obtained from your local Post Office.
Once you have a valid provisional driving licence you can book driving test . Waiting times vary from region to region, but the target is that 95 per cent of driving theory test candidates receive an appointment date within two weeks of their preferred date.
You will need to book the theory and driving practical test (car practical test, motorcycle practical test) separately through the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) on:
Theory test booking online:
To book a dsa theory test online on DSA website: www.dsa.gov.uk you will need:
* A valid UK driving licence
* A valid debit or credit card for payment
(Visa, Mastercard, Delta, Visa Electron, Switch/Maestro and Solo cards are accepted)
Booking over phone:
You can book theory test over the phone using the numbers below, from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm except on Bank Holidays.
Booking Theory test line - 0870 0101 372
Welsh language booking line - 0870 0100 372
Minicom booking line - 0870 0106 372
Fax booking line - 0870 0104 372
To book a driving test with an operator over the phone you will need:
* A valid UK driving licence
* A valid debit or credit card for payment
(Visa, Mastercard, Delta, Visa Electron, Switch/Maestro and Solo cards are accepted)
Booking by post:
To book a theory test by post you will need an application form. Application forms are available online or on request from the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) booking line.
Payment can be made by cheque or postal order, but cash payments are not accepted.
