Short Answer
How to change driving test dates
You can change (reschedule) your DVSA driving test online through the DVSA change driving test service. To avoid losing your fee for a car driving test, you must give at least 10 full working days' notice (Monday–Saturday count; Sundays and public holidays do not). You can change your appointment up to 6 times before you'd need to cancel and rebook.
However, from 31 March 2026, you'll only be able to make 2 changes to an existing car driving test booking before you must cancel and book a new test.
You'll need the following to make driving test changes:
- UK driving licence number
- Driving test reference number or theory test pass certificate number
Sources:
GOV.UK - Change your driving test appointment
DVSA change driving test overview
Passing your DVSA practical driving test is the last step to achieving your full
UK driving licence. DVSA stands for Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, the official body responsible for driving tests in the UK.
Changing your driving test date appointment may seem an overwhelming task for learner
drivers, but it is a simple process.
This guide will walk you through the steps on how to change driving test dates, finding DVSA driving test cancellations with our driving test cancellation checker, and provide useful information and tips.
If you’re trying to move your test forward, earlier slots can appear when people change or cancel their booking. Our driving test cancellation finder monitors for cancellations at your chosen centres and alerts you when a suitable test slot becomes available.
Can I change my DVSA practical driving test?
Yes, you can change your DVSA practical driving test appointment.
To reschedule, you can use the official online DVSA change driving test service or call the DVSA customer service line. You can also contact the DVSA by email if you need assistance with changing your driving test appointment.
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How many driving test changes can you make?
You can change driving test appointments with the DVSA up to 6 times (from 31 March 2026, this will reduce to 2 changes for car driving tests). If
you need to reschedule your driving test more than this, you will need to cancel your driving test and rebook
another driving test.
You must change or cancel your driving test appointment at least ten clear working days
before the scheduled date.
The DVSA online service is available for booking, changing, or cancelling driving tests from 6am to 11:40pm and the DVSA customer service line is open Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
If you change or cancel your practical driving test appointment within ten working days of
your test, you will lose your driving test fee and will need to pay again to rebook your driving test.
Is a reschedule driving test a DVSA driving test change?
Yes, a driving test reschedule is the same as a DVSA driving test change. It's simply changing the date or time of your planned driving test appointment.
If something comes up or you don’t feel quite ready, you can move your driving test appointment to a different day that suits you better.
How many times can you reschedule driving tests? The DVSA allow you to change driving test date appointments up to 6 times (from 31 March 2026, you’ll only be able to make 2 changes to an existing car driving test booking before you need to cancel and rebook).
Why change my driving test date?
Before you can change driving test appointments, you must have a DVSA driving test booking. If
you haven't already booked your practical driving test, you can do so through the DVSA website. Read our
step-by-step guide on how to book a practical driving test.
There are various reasons why you may need a DVSA driving test change. Some
common reasons include illness, personal commitments, or not feeling ready for the test.
Here are some other reasons why you may want to change your DVSA driving test
appointment...
Do you want an earlier driving test date?
If you have been waiting a long time for your driving test, you may want to
change your driving test appointment to an earlier date. This can be especially useful if you feel ready and prepared to take
the test sooner than your current driving test booking.
Getting a driving test change can be hard. Bear in mind that earlier driving test dates are in high demand, so it may not
always be possible to change to an earlier slot, especially if you're checking for DVSA driving test cancellations
yourself.
You can take your driving test faster using our driving test cancellation checker
service. We regularly check for cancellations that meet your availability and can automatically book you any
suitable earlier driving test dates we find.
Do you want a later driving test date?
You may want to change your driving test to a later date if you feel like you
need more time to practise and perfect your skills before taking the test. Rescheduling your practical test to a
later date can also help reduce any nerves or anxiety you have about the test.
Our driving test cancellation checker can also move your driving test to a later
date. Simply provide us with the dates and times you're available to take your next test and we will do the
rest.
Do you want to change driving test centre?
You can change your driving test to a DVSA test centre that is convenient for
you. It is important to choose a test centre that is easily accessible and familiar. Find DVSA driving test centres near me
Whatever the reason for changing your DVSA driving test, it is essential to remember you must give at least ten
clear working days' notice to change your driving test.
Short notice driving test changes
If you need to change your driving test at short notice (within ten working
days of your test), you'll have to pay for your next driving test booking.
However, in some circumstances, the DVSA may refund your test booking fee after
you've changed your short notice practical driving test. You may be eligible for a refund if:
- You've had a bereavement
- You're too unwell to sit the driving test
- Your driving licence has been stolen
- You need to take a school or college exam
You may be required to provide proof, such as a medical certificate or other documentation, to support your refund request.
How to change my driving test date
So, how do I change my driving test date? You can change driving test dates online. When you change practical
driving test appointments, you will need your provisional driving licence number and your theory test pass
certificate number or driving test reference number. Here's how to change your driving test date step-by-step:
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Visit the GOV.UK website
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Tap/click on the 'Start now' button
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Enter your UK driving licence number and driving test reference number or
theory test pass number
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Follow the online instructions to change your test date and time or driving
test centre
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Check you're happy with your new driving test date and time before
confirming the changes
Once you have successfully changed your driving test, the DVSA will send you a confirmation email with your updated driving test details. Make sure that the date, time, and
location of the new test are suitable for you. Please note that Sundays and public holidays are not counted as working days when calculating deadlines for changing or cancelling your test.
Do you have a practical driving test booked in Northern Ireland (NI)? Here's how you can change your driving test in Northern Ireland (NI).
Need to change your theory test date instead? Our comprehensive step-by-step guide shows you how to change theory tests quickly and easily.
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What happens after you pass your driving test?
How to rebook driving tests
Have you failed your driving test or perhaps you still need a DVSA driving test booking? Here's our complete guide on how to book driving tests.
How to book a driving test near me
If you're struggling to find a suitable driving test date and you don't have time
to keep checking for cancellations, our driving test cancellation checker can help.
Our driving test cancellation app regularly checks for new driving test dates at every DVSA
driving test centre and can automatically book these slots for you if they fit your search settings.
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Yes, you can change the time of your driving test online through the GOV.UK website. You will need your provisional driving licence number and your theory test pass certificate number or driving test reference number.
You can change driving test appointments with the DVSA up to six times (from 31 March 2026, this reduces to 2 changes for car driving tests. After this, if you need to reschedule driving tests, you will need to cancel your driving test and rebook another driving test.
If you change or cancel your practical driving test within ten working days of your test, you will lose your driving test fee and will need to pay again to rebook your driving test.
Yes, you can change your driving test to a DVSA driving test centre that is convenient for you.
Change driving test conclusion and final tips
Changing your driving test date doesn't have to be stressful. By understanding the process, preparing thoroughly with driving lessons, and keeping track of your driving test appointments, you can approach your practical driving test with confidence.
Always remember to check the requirements for your test centre, whether you're in the UK or Northern Ireland, and give yourself plenty of time to practise and prepare.
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