Changing your driving test appointment
Check your remaining changes, instructor availability and the official process before moving your test.
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If your test date no longer works, speak to your instructor before choosing another appointment. You need both a suitable date and a car available for the test.
Use the official service
Start with GOV.UK’s change-your-test service. Check the current notice period, allowed changes and centre restrictions before confirming anything. Our previous article referred to three changes; the current car-test limit is normally two.
Changing a date and swapping are different
Moving into an available appointment is not the same as exchanging bookings with another learner. A learner-to-learner swap is handled by DVSA over the phone. Read the official swap instructions; do not try to coordinate two separate cancellations.
Before you confirm
- Ask your instructor whether the new date gives you enough preparation time.
- Check the instructor and car are available at the new centre.
- Review the details carefully before using a booking change.
- Check your appointment in the official service afterwards.
The DTC Test Swap can help you look for another learner with a compatible booking. It cannot move your test for you.
Karine Nicolson
The DTC team — sharing practical guidance for learners, families and customers throughout the learning journey.
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