How To Change Your Theory Driving Test Date

Passing your driving theory test is the first step towards getting your UK driving licence, and when you feel ready, you will be keen to book your theory test. Booking your theory test appointment is easy to do online at Gov.uk, and all you need is your provisional driving licence number, the name of the test centre where you want to take your theory test, an email address, and a credit or debit card to pay the £23 fee.

If you’ve made your theory test online booking and then need to change theory date this can be done easily, as long as you give three working days notice (Monday to Saturday count as working days, but not Sundays and public holidays). In this article, we’re going to look at how to change your theory test appointment.

When Can You Change Your Theory Test Date?

There are various reasons you may need to change your theory test to a new date, such as illness or a work commitment. You can reschedule your driving theory test appointment within three working days, or you will have to pay your fee again. Avoid losing your fee by changing your test within this time frame.

If you need to change your theory test at short notice, you can get a refund on your test fee if you have an illness or injury that means you’re unable to take your test, had your provisional driving licence stolen, or suffered a bereavement. To receive a full refund, you will need to email the DVSA (Driver and Vehicles Standard Agency) with the subject title ‘Unavoidable short notice cancellation’, and attach proof of the reason you’ve had to change your appointment. Further details on how to do this can be found here.

The Steps For Changing Your Theory Test Date

Reschedule Your Test Online

Follow the process here at Gov.uk to change the date of your theory test.

To change your theory test booking online you will need the number that appears on your provisional driving licence and your booking reference number, which would have been sent to your email address at the time you made your appointment. You can also find your booking reference number online.

Changing Your Test Date by Phone

To change your theory test date by phone, contact the DVSA on 0300 200 1122 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm). Make sure that you have the following details to hand before you call:

• your full name (as it appears on your driving licence)
• your date of birth
• your current address, including your postcode
• your driving licence number
• your theory test booking reference number

Conclusion

Rescheduling your theory test can be done easily online or by phone free of charge, as long as you give three clear working days’ notice. If you need to cancel your theory test at short notice, follow the process at Gov.uk.

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