Q: How do I apply to take the test? A: Write to an address to be advertised in the media, or telephone 1890 606 106 where applications will be handled and queries dealt with.
Q: How much will the test cost? A: £25.20
Q: What happens when I get to the test centre? A: Your identification documentation will be checked - this could include passport, student identity card or any other authorised identity issued by the State or a bank, including welfare, medical, birth, marriage or even travel documents as long as they have a photograph attached. You will then be taken to a work station to complete the test on a computer screen.
Q: How will I know when and where to go? A: This will be confirmed to you in writing well ahead of the test.
Q: What are questions based on? A: The questions have been designed by the Department of the Environment and Local Government based on the Rules of the Road and current legislation. The full question bank will be available in shops in book and CD ROM format.
Q: How long will the test take? A: You will be given 45 minutes to answer 40 questions selected at random from the test question bank.
Q: I am not very computer literate; will this hinder me? A: No. There are no keyboards and it will all be touch screen There will be a simple tutorial. Applicants will select their answer from a choice of three.
Q: Out of the 40 questions, how many must I get right to pass? A: 35.
Q: How will I know that I have passed? A: You will receive a pass certificate at the test centre.
Q: What if I don't turn up? A: If you fail to arrive or cancel within four working days, you will lose your fee.
Q: If I fail, how soon can I take the test again? A: In general you will have to wait at least three clear working days to reapply.
Q: Will I have to pay again? A: Yes.