04/02/2026
New booking rules in 2026 !!!!!!!!!!
Book your driving test
Change your driving test appointment
The new rules only apply to car driving tests. They do not apply to other types of tests.
The new rules for booking and managing car driving tests will be introduced from spring 2026. The exact dates will be confirmed nearer the time.
Your driving instructor will not be able to book it for you.
You should:
only book at a test centre you intend to use - you will only be able to move your test to nearby centres
only book when your driving instructor says you’re ready - speak to your driving instructor first
use your driving instructor’s reference number when you book - this will make sure your instructor does not get double-booked
choose a date you realistically expect to be ready by - you will only be allowed to make 2 changes to your appointment
Book your driving test.
Making changes to your car driving test
From 31 March 2026, you will only be able to make 2 changes to your existing booking. If you’ve already used all changes under the current rules, you will be able to make 2 more changes from 31 March 2026.
From later in spring 2026, you will only be able to move your test to centres near to where you originally booked.
Only use your limited changes for genuine needs or emergencies.
These things each count as a change:
changing the date or time
changing the test centre
swapping your appointment with another learner driver who already has a test booked
If you need to make more changes
If you need to make more changes after you have used your 2 changes, you will have to cancel your test and book a new one.
You will get a full refund if you do it at least 10 full working days’ before the test.