LDS Part 1 exam-day guide
LDS Part 1 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, valid photo ID in the name you registered under. Confirm with the provider which specific ID types are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Admission or confirmation document
Print or download your appointment/confirmation email showing test centre, date, and time. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory.
Know your candidate/registration number
Have it written down or saved offline in case the centre asks you to verify your identity against it.
Know the test centre location and route
Check the address and travel plan the day before. Confirm with the provider which entrance to use and whether you should arrive early.
Arrival time buffer
Plan to arrive ahead of your scheduled slot with a margin for delays. Confirm with the provider the exact arrival time and the late-arrival cutoff.
Permitted personal items only
Bring only what is allowed into the test room. Confirm with the provider the rules on bags, phones, watches, and outerwear, and whether secure storage is available.
Water and a light snack for before/after
Keep these outside the test room unless the provider confirms they are permitted inside. Confirm with the provider the policy on food and drink at the desk.
Comfortable, layered clothing
Test room temperatures vary; dress in layers so you can adjust without distraction.
Any approved accommodations arranged in advance
If you have approved adjustments, bring any documentation the provider requires. Confirm with the provider what proof to present on the day.
A plan for breaks and medication
If you need scheduled breaks or medication, confirm with the provider in advance how this is handled during the test.
Leave valuables at home
Minimise items that must be stored or could be a distraction or security concern.
Plan the day
Reconfirm your appointment time, centre address, and ID requirements with the provider. Check travel and parking options and plan your route. Review the test format and timing from official information only, and do light revision of high-yield topics rather than cramming new material. Protect your sleep schedule.
Pack your ID, confirmation document, and permitted items in one place. Lay out clothing. Confirm your alarm and transport. Do a short, calm review of summary notes only. Avoid alcohol and late nights; aim for a normal night's sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast and hydrate. Recheck you have your ID and confirmation document. Leave with a buffer for delays. Arrive at the centre at the time the provider specifies and follow staff instructions for check-in and storage of belongings.
Read each question carefully and note the time budget for each section. Answer straightforward items first and flag difficult ones to return to. Watch the clock but avoid checking it constantly. Use only permitted breaks as instructed by staff. If something goes wrong with the workstation or environment, raise your hand and tell the invigilator immediately.
Rules to check
Bring valid government-issued photo ID in the name you registered with; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and what happens if ID is missing.
Arrive at the time the provider specifies; late arrival may mean you are refused entry or given reduced time, so confirm with the provider the exact cutoff and consequences.
Follow all instructions from test centre staff on what may be brought into the test room and where belongings are stored.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test and do not access unauthorised materials or devices; confirm with the provider the full list of prohibited items.
Breaks are generally only as permitted by the provider and invigilator; confirm with the provider whether scheduled or unscheduled breaks are allowed and whether the clock stops.
Scoring and pass standards are set by the provider; confirm with the provider how the test is scored and what the reporting timeline is rather than relying on unofficial sources.
If you believe there was a testing irregularity or technical problem, report it to the invigilator at the time and follow the provider's stated process for raising concerns.
Check with the provider in advance about any approved accommodations, medication, or special circumstances so arrangements are in place before test day.