EASA A2 exam-day guide
EASA A2 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo ID
Bring the original government-issued photo ID (passport or national ID card) in the name you used for registration. A copy or expired document is normally not accepted. Confirm with the provider which ID types they accept and whether the name must match the registration exactly.
Exam booking confirmation
Have the confirmation email or reference number available, on paper or on your phone. It should show date, time, and test centre address. Confirm with the provider whether printed confirmation is required or a digital copy is sufficient.
Exact test centre location and arrival time
Check the address and which entrance to use; large centres and training campuses can be hard to navigate. Plan to arrive with time to spare. Confirm with the provider what arrival time they expect and what happens if you are late.
Route and backup transport plan
Work out the journey in advance and identify a fallback (later train, taxi, parking alternative). Traffic, roadworks, and public transport disruption are the most common causes of missed or rushed exams.
Knowledge of the test format
Know in advance how many questions, the time limit, the pass mark, and the language(s) offered. The A2 theory exam is multiple choice; confirm the current question count, duration, and pass mark with your provider, as these are set in the applicable regulation and can change.
What is allowed in the exam room
Expect restrictions on phones, smart watches, notes, and bags. Confirm with the provider where to leave personal belongings and whether any reference material, calculator, or map is permitted (usually none).
Rest, food, and hydration
Sleep well the night before and eat a normal meal. Avoid heavy caffeine if you are not used to it. Bring water only if the provider allows drinks at the desk; confirm their policy.
Clothing and comfort
Dress in layers so you can adapt to room temperature, and wear something comfortable for sitting through the test. Nothing about dress should distract you or other candidates.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the provider's contact number in your phone in case of delay or illness on the day, and know their policy on rescheduling. Confirm with the provider how late cancellation or no-show is handled.
A short, calm review plan
Bring only a concise summary of key figures (airspace classes, distances, meteorological minima, privileges and limitations) to glance at before entering, if the provider allows material outside the exam room. Do not try to learn new material on the day.
Access or special arrangements
If you need extra time, a separate room, or other accommodations, these must normally be requested and approved in advance. Confirm with the provider well before the exam date; do not assume they can be arranged on the day.
Payment and administrative items
Check whether any fee is still outstanding and whether a receipt is needed. Confirm with the provider what payment or paperwork, if any, is required at check-in.
Plan the day
Confirm the booking, address, arrival time, and ID requirement with the provider. Re-read the official A2 syllabus or your course outline and list the topics you are least confident about. Spend these days on targeted revision and practice questions rather than starting new subjects. Check the current question count, time limit, and pass mark so nothing on the day is a surprise. Prepare your ID and confirmation in one place.
Do a light review of key figures and definitions only; stop studying early enough to sleep properly. Charge your phone, prepare your clothes and bag, and check the transport timetable again, including any planned engineering works. Set two alarms. Avoid alcohol and late nights. If you feel unwell, contact the provider immediately to ask about their options, rather than waiting until the morning.
Eat a normal breakfast and leave earlier than the journey strictly requires. Re-check the route for delays. Take your ID and confirmation, and leave unnecessary valuables at home. Arrive at the centre with time to check in, store belongings, and settle. Avoid last-minute cramming in the waiting area if it makes you anxious; a brief glance at a summary sheet is enough.
Read each question fully, including any negative wording such as 'which is NOT'. Answer the questions you are sure of first and flag uncertain ones if the system allows it. Watch the time and reserve a few minutes to review flagged items. Answer every question unless the format penalises wrong answers; confirm the scoring rule with the provider beforehand. If a technical problem occurs, raise your hand and inform the invigilator immediately rather than trying to fix it yourself.
Rules to check
Bring the original photo ID used at registration. Without acceptable ID you may be refused entry and lose your fee; confirm the accepted document types with the provider.
Arrive at the time the provider specifies. Late arrival may mean refused entry or a shortened test; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy in advance.
Phones, smart watches, and notes must be switched off and stored as instructed. Keeping a device at your desk is normally treated as misconduct, even if you do not use it.
Follow invigilation instructions exactly. Do not communicate with other candidates, and do not attempt to copy, photograph, or share exam content; this can lead to invalidation and further consequences.
Ask the invigilator before you leave the room. If you need a break, raise your hand; whether the clock stops during a break depends on the provider, so confirm this beforehand.
Scoring is normally based on the number of correct answers against a pass mark set in the applicable regulation. Confirm the current pass mark, number of questions, and time limit with your provider, as these can change.
If you believe a question is defective or a technical fault affected your test, report it to the invigilator at the time and follow the provider's appeal or complaint procedure afterwards.
Results and certificate handling differ between providers. Confirm in advance how and when results are issued and what identification you need to collect them.