COSEVI Driving Theory exam-day guide
COSEVI Driving Theory · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo ID (original)
Bring the original document you used when booking, typically a current national ID card (cédula) or passport. Photocopies and expired documents are normally rejected. Confirm with the provider which forms of ID it accepts for your appointment.
Appointment confirmation and booking reference
Have the confirmation email, SMS, or printed reference with you. It speeds up check-in and helps resolve any scheduling discrepancy at the desk.
Proof of payment or receipt
Some centres ask for the receipt or payment confirmation of the exam or course fee. Keep a digital and a printed copy if you have one; confirm with the provider whether it is required.
Medical or fitness certificate if required for your licence class
Certain licence categories or applicants with declared conditions may need a medical certificate. Check the requirement for your case well in advance; confirm with the provider which certificates are accepted and how recent they must be.
Corrective lenses or hearing aid you are required to use
If your licence or medical record restricts you to glasses or contact lenses, bring them and wear them. Arriving without a required aid can block the test or add a restriction.
Arrive early at the correct centre and entrance
Plan to arrive with a buffer before your slot, allowing for traffic, parking, and check-in lines. Verify the exact address and entrance the day before, since some centres have separate entry points for theory and practical tests.
Comfortable, legal footwear and clothing
Wear flat, closed shoes suitable for operating pedals; avoid flip-flops, high heels, or loose footwear. Dress for the weather, since you may wait outdoors.
Leave prohibited items behind or plan storage
Phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and notes are normally not allowed in the test area. Many centres require them switched off and stored; confirm with the provider where to leave them, as lockers may not be available.
Know your vehicle if you bring one (practical portion)
If the test includes a vehicle you supply, it must be roadworthy and legally insured, with valid inspection and plates. Confirm with the provider the vehicle requirements and whether a dual-control or school vehicle is mandatory.
Review the licence category and test format for your booking
Know whether your appointment covers a theory test, a practical test, or both, and the format (computer-based, paper, or oral). Confirm with the provider if the confirmation is unclear.
Emergency contact and transport plan home
Arrange how you will get home, especially if you are not driving yourself afterward. Have a contact number in case the appointment runs long.
Printed or downloaded study summary (for waiting time only)
A one-page summary of signs, priority rules, and speed limits is useful to review while waiting. Keep it out of the test room; check with the provider whether any materials are allowed in the waiting area.
Plan the day
Confirm the appointment details: date, time, exact address, entrance, and what to bring. Re-read the confirmation and resolve any doubt with the provider by phone or email while there is still time. Check that your ID is current and that any medical certificate is valid for the date.
Do a final structured review rather than cramming new material. Revisit priority rules, speed limits by road type, signage categories, and the manoeuvres most often failed (observation at junctions, lane position, mirror and blind-spot checks). Practise a few mock questions under time pressure and review only the errors.
If the practical portion uses your own vehicle, check tyres, lights, brakes, fluids, insurance, and inspection documents now, so a problem can be fixed before the day. If you rely on a school vehicle, confirm the booking.
Prepare everything in one place: ID, confirmation, receipt, glasses or hearing aid, and footwear. Charge your phone and note the route and travel time, adding a generous buffer for traffic and check-in.
Avoid an all-night study session. A short review of your own error list, then stop. Eat normally, limit caffeine late in the day, and aim for a full night's sleep; fatigue affects observation and reaction more than one extra hour of notes.
Eat a normal meal and arrive with time to spare. Recheck that you have your ID and confirmation before leaving. Do a brief, calm review of key rules only, not new topics.
At the centre, follow check-in instructions, switch off and store your phone as directed, and listen carefully to the examiner's instructions about the format, timing, and any documents to sign.
Read each question fully and watch for negatives such as 'not' or 'except'. Answer the ones you know first and return to difficult items if the format allows. Manage the clock: leave time to review flagged questions and to confirm submission.
Adjust the seat, mirrors, and head restraint before moving. Use indicators and mirror and blind-spot checks consistently, respect priority and speed limits, and narrate nothing unless asked. If you make a mistake, keep driving safely; examiners assess overall conduct, and recovering calmly matters.
Follow the centre's instructions on receiving your result and next steps. If you did not pass, ask what the retake procedure and waiting period are, and confirm with the provider how to book again and what fee applies.
Rules to check
Bring the original ID document used for booking and present it at check-in. Expired, damaged, or copied documents are commonly refused; confirm with the provider which documents it accepts before the day.
Arrive before your scheduled time. Late arrival may mean losing your slot and fee. If you are delayed by an emergency, contact the centre immediately; confirm with the provider how lateness is handled.
Electronic devices, smartwatches, earbuds, and written notes are generally prohibited in the test area. Switch them off and store them as instructed; confirm with the provider where storage is available.
Follow the examiner's and centre staff's instructions at all times. Do not communicate with other candidates during the test, and do not attempt to copy, share, or record questions.
Any assistance, impersonation, or attempt to use unauthorized material is treated as serious misconduct and can lead to cancellation of the result and further consequences. Confirm with the provider how incidents are handled.
If you need to leave during the test, raise your hand and wait for permission. Unapproved breaks may not be compensated with extra time; confirm with the provider the rules on breaks and timing.
Scoring is based on the answers or performance as assessed by the centre. Do not rely on unofficial pass-mark figures; confirm with the provider the passing score, the number of questions, and the time limit for your category.
If you have a documented need for an accommodation, such as extra time or an adapted format, request it well before the appointment. Confirm with the provider what evidence is required and the deadline to apply.