BRTA Non-Professional Driving Licence Test exam-day guide
BRTA Non-Professional Driving Licence Test · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Original national ID document (or passport)
Bring the original photo ID used in your application, not a photocopy. If you applied with any other identity document, bring that same original. Confirm with the provider which exact documents are accepted before the test day.
Learner licence / application receipt
Bring your learner permit or the official receipt showing your application is active. Carrying proof that your learner stage is valid avoids being turned away at the gate.
Appointment slip or booking confirmation
Print or download the confirmation showing date, time, and test centre. Some centres check it at entry; keep it in the same folder as your ID.
Passport-size photographs
Carry two recent photographs in case the centre needs them for the licence record. Confirm with the provider whether photos are taken on site or must be supplied by you.
Medical fitness certificate (if required for your category)
If your application or vehicle category requires a medical certificate, bring the original. Requirements vary by category, so confirm with the provider.
Spectacles or contact lenses if you wear them
If your application records a vision correction condition, you must drive with the correction. Bring a spare pair of glasses; a broken frame on the day can end the test.
Arrive early at the correct test centre
Plan to reach the centre well before your slot so you can complete any entry formalities without stress. Confirm the exact gate and reporting time with the provider.
Vehicle documents for the test vehicle
If you supply the vehicle, bring its registration certificate, valid insurance, and fitness or tax papers as applicable. Confirm with the provider which documents the examiner will inspect.
Comfortable, practical clothing and flat shoes
Wear footwear that lets you feel and operate the pedals safely. Avoid loose sandals, heels, or thick soles that reduce pedal control.
Small amount of cash or a payment card
Keep a method of payment for any on-the-day fee that may apply. Confirm with the provider whether any fee is payable at the centre and in what form.
Phone switched off or silent and stowed
Keep your phone out of reach during the test. A ringing or visible phone can be treated as a conduct issue; confirm with the provider how devices are handled.
Review the vehicle controls before entering the test
Know where the indicators, wipers, headlights, hazard lights, and handbrake are on the test vehicle. Examiners may ask you to operate them on request.
Plan the day
Re-read the official candidate guide and the licence categories you applied for. Practise the full test route type in the vehicle you will use, including starting on a slope, reversing, turning in a narrow space, and parking. Check that your learner permit, ID, and photographs are together in one folder. Confirm the test centre address, reporting time, and what the vehicle must carry by contacting the provider.
Do a short, calm practice session and stop early; avoid learning new manoeuvres at this stage. Check the test vehicle: tyre condition, brakes, lights, horn, mirrors, and fluid levels. Confirm your transport to the centre and allow extra time for traffic. Sleep a full night and avoid alcohol entirely, since residual alcohol can still register the next day.
Eat a normal meal and take water. Dress in comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Re-check that your ID, learner permit, photographs, and vehicle papers are in the folder. Arrive at the centre early, park legally, and take a few minutes to sit calmly and review your pre-drive routine. Switch your phone off before you enter the centre.
Follow the examiner's instructions exactly and ask for clarification if an instruction is unclear. Perform the pre-drive checks deliberately: seat, mirrors, seatbelt, gear, and handbrake. Signal every intention, check mirrors and blind spots visibly, and keep to the speed limit. If you make a mistake, keep driving safely rather than arguing or stopping abruptly. At the end, park as directed, switch off, and thank the examiner before leaving the vehicle.
Rules to check
Carry the original ID document used in your application. A photocopy or an unrelated document is normally not accepted; confirm with the provider which documents are valid for your case.
Follow the examiner's directions and drive to the road rules at all times. The examiner is assessing safe control and observation, not speed or confidence.
Keep your phone switched off and out of reach. Do not record the test or take calls during the session.
Do not consume alcohol or any substance that impairs driving before the test. If you take prescribed medication, check with your doctor and confirm the provider's policy in advance.
Ask the examiner to repeat or clarify an instruction rather than guessing. Clarifying is not a penalty; acting on a misunderstood instruction can be.
If you must reschedule or cancel, contact the provider as early as possible and confirm the notice period and any fee. Do not simply fail to appear.
Treat the examiner and other road users with courtesy. Aggressive driving, arguing, or refusing an instruction can end the test and may affect your eligibility.
Scoring details, pass marks, and the number of permitted attempts are set by the provider. Confirm the current scoring rules with the provider rather than relying on second-hand accounts.