Book anywhere — but choose carefully
You can still book your first test at any test centre. But DVSA advises you only book where you actually intend to go, because moving it later is now limited.
📋 How changing your driving test works now
DVSA changed the booking rules in 2026. Here's what matters before you try to move your test to an earlier date.
You can only move to your 3 nearest centres
Once your test is booked, you can only change it to one of the 3 centres nearest to where it's booked — or back to your original centre.
Only 2 changes allowed
You can change an existing booking a maximum of 2 times. Changing the date and centre at the same time counts as a single change.
What this means if you want an earlier date
Because a booked test can now only move to its 3 nearest centres — and only twice — the centre you first book from matters more than ever. If you're chasing an earlier cancellation, start from a centre whose 3 nearest neighbours also have good availability, not one that boxes you in. Use the tools below to see your options before you commit.
Official source: DVSA — Changes to driving test booking rules in 2026 · Check which centres you can move to. Distances use the quickest driving route; the nearest-3 list may change as DVSA updates it.