You will be expected to show both parts of your valid driving licence (the photocard and the paper counterpart) at the test centre. If you have an old-style licence without a photo you must also bring a valid passport.

Under certain circumstances you may be allowed to sign a declaration at the test centre if you don't have the paper counterpart.
From 1 October 2007 this declaration process will stop. If you don't show the required documents you won't be allowed to test and you'll lose your fee.

Old-style driving licenses

An old-style licence consists of one paper document which does not display your photograph. If you have an old-style paper licence you must also bring a valid passport with you - no other form of photographic identification will be accepted.

At the test centre

Once you have been registered at reception you will go through to the driving theory test room. You may not take anything into the room with you; all personal items must be stored in the lockers provided.

Once you are in the theory test room you may not talk to or distract other candidates. The computer screen will display your name and the category of test you are taking.

If you have any problems during the theory test, you should raise your hand to attract the attention of the test invigilator.

Useful links

• Driving theory test information
• Driving theory test: Free download
• Download driving theory test software
• Buy driving theory test software: Full version
• Things remember before taking your driving theory test
• Hazard perception test introduction
• Driving theory test feedback
• Driving theory test bundle
• Apply for driving provisional driving license
• Book your driving theory test
• Smart way to prepare yourself for theory test