Please bring the original copy of your ID on Test Day
To make your Theory Test day as smooth as possible, there are some important points to be aware of. One of these is to ensure you bring with you the original ID document – not a photocopy or photo of it as these will not be accepted.
- When you arrive at the Test Centre for your Driver Theory Test you will be asked for your ID – please see list below for what is acceptable.
- Please note: failure to bring correct identification will result in you not being able to test and you will lose your test fee.
- We ask that you please arrive 30 minutes ahead of your test time to allow for your check-in process.
No Photocopies or Photos of ID!
We will only accept one of the following forms of identity (hard copy only – photocopy/pictures of ID are not acceptable):
- Public Services Card (with photograph)
- Passports (valid for international use only or up to maximum 12 months expired)
- Irish Passport Cards (in good condition)
- National Identity Card from EU/EEA Member States or Switzerland
- Irish Category B (Car) or Category A (Motorcycle) Learner Permit or Full Driving Licence (valid and in good condition – please use this official NDLS page to check the validity of your Licence or Learner Permit)
- Irish Travel Document (for more information see the Citizens Information website)
- Current Ukraine driving licence
Test Category C & D
In addition to the identification requirement detailed above Test Category Bus (D) & Truck (C) Candidates must also bring with them:
- A full current Category B Irish Driving Licence (or one from an EU/EEA member state or Switzerland or Ukraine)
OR
- A current Category C or D Irish Learner Permit (if applicable)
- A full current Category C or D Irish Driving Licence (or one from an EU/EEA member state or Switzerland or Ukraine)(if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question and answer here – can be a reworking of the above text that reiterates what is and is not acceptable as ID, and what will happen if you don’t comply – you will waste your own time and money, have to rebook etc.
Question and answer here – can be a reworking of the above text that reiterates what is and is not acceptable as ID, and what will happen if you don’t comply – you will waste your own time and money, have to rebook etc.
Question and answer here – can be a reworking of the above text that reiterates what is and is not acceptable as ID, and what will happen if you don’t comply – you will waste your own time and money, have to rebook etc.
Question and answer here – can be a reworking of the above text that reiterates what is and is not acceptable as ID, and what will happen if you don’t comply – you will waste your own time and money, have to rebook etc.