All theory tests in England from 15 to 21 June rescheduled

All theory tests in England from 15 to 21 June have been rescheduled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

We will update you with a start date for theory testing in England as soon as we are able.

What DVSA are doing

We are emailing anyone with a test booked from 15 to 21 June to let them know it has been rescheduled. 

We wrote to you on 29 May to let you know that tests in Scotland and Wales will be rescheduled up to and including 21 June 2020. This is in line with government guidelines in the respective countries.

All theory tests in England rescheduled up to the 14 June

All theory tests in England from 8 – 14 June have been rescheduled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

We are preparing test centres for a safe return to testing for all candidates and social distancing measures are being put in place. 

We will update you with a start date for theory testing in England as soon as we are able.

What DVSA are doing

We are emailing anyone with a test booked from 8 – 14 June inclusive to let them know it has been rescheduled. 

We wrote to you on 29 May to let you know that tests in Scotland and Wales will be rescheduled up to and including 21 June 2020. This is in line with government guidelines in the respective countries.

Drivers granted 7-month photocard licence extension

To make it easier for drivers who need to update their photocard licence with a new photo at the end of the 10 years validity, photocard driving licences that expire between 1 February 2020 and 31 August 2020 will be automatically extended for 7 months from the expiry date.

Drivers do not need to take any action as the extension will be automatic and they will be sent a renewal reminder before their 7 month extension ends.

If a driver has already applied online to renew their photocard, this will be processed as normal. If they have already sent a paper application to renew their photocard there will be delays in processing, but the 7 month extension will apply in the meantime.

This extension applies to the photocard renewal date. It does not apply where a driver’s entitlement to drive is due to expire if they wish to continue to hold a valid licence – they need to renew this in the normal way.

All theory tests in England from 4 – 7 June rescheduled

All theory tests in England from 4 – 7 June have been rescheduled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

We are preparing test centers for a safe return to testing for all candidates and social distancing measures are being put in place. 

We will update you with a start date for theory testing in England as soon as we are able.

What DVSA are doing

We are emailing anyone with a test booked from 4 – 7 June inclusive to let them know it has been rescheduled. 

We wrote to you on 29 May to let you know that tests in Scotland and Wales will be rescheduled up to and including 21 June 2020. This is in line with government guidelines in the respective countries.

All theory tests in England on 2-3 June to be rescheduled

All theory tests on 2-3 June have been rescheduled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

We are preparing test centers for a safe return to testing for all candidates and social distancing measures are being put in place. 

We will update you with a start date for theory testing in England as soon as we are able.

What DVSA are doing

We are emailing anyone with a test booked on 2-3 June in England to let them know it has been rescheduled. 

We wrote to you on 29 May to let you know that tests in Scotland and Wales will be rescheduled up to and including 21 June 2020. This is in line with government guidelines in the respective countries.

Latest Theory Test Update

All theory tests rescheduled on Monday 1 June
All theory tests on Monday 1 June have been rescheduled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.Tests in Scotland and Wales will be rescheduled up to and including 21 June 2020, this is in line with government guidelines in the respective countries.We are preparing test centres for a safe return to testing for all candidates. Social distancing measures are being put in place. We will update you with a start date for England as soon as we are able.What DVSA are doingWe are emailing anyone with a test booked up to and including 21 June in Scotland and Wales to let them know it has been rescheduled. We are emailing candidates in England with a test booked on the 1 June to let them know it has been rescheduled.

Theory Test for Critical Workers

Update of Theory Test during Covid-19

COVID-19 update: theory test center locations for critical workers
To help critical workers get an emergency theory test at a location that is more suitable to them, we will be opening an additional 25 theory test centres across the UK.When applying for an emergency theory test online, candidates will be asked to select their ‘preferred’ test centre. Their theory test will then be booked at the nearest available centre if their preferred location is not available.Available theory test centre locationsCritical workers will now be able to take a theory test at:AberdeenEdinburghPlymouthBirminghamGlasgowPortsmouthBristolGuildfordSloughCambridgeIlfordSouthwarkCarlisleLeedsMile End AChelmsfordLiverpoolCardiffColchesterManchesterNewcastleEastbourneNorthampton DudleyNottingham The new locations have been chosen based on critical worker test demand. Next stepsTheory tests for anyone who is not a key worker have been cancelled up to and including 30 May 2020. We’re keeping the situation under constant review, in line with government guidance, and will provide further information on testing as soon as we can.