The last of the new 2026 DVSA rules will come into force this month13:26, 01 Jun 2026The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that one more change to driving tests is set to come into effect across England, Scotland and Wales from next week. Learner drivers with upcoming tests should be aware of how this could affect their booking.‌This will be the latest rule to be introduced nationwide, as the DVSA updates its system across England, Scotland and Wales. Up until Monday, June 8, provisional licence holders can book their test at any test centre across the UK.‌However, from Tuesday, June 9, learner drivers who book a test will only be allowed to reschedule to a new date or time at the test centre where they originally booked, or at any of the three nearest centres to where their test was first arranged.‌Should drivers wish to move their test to a different test centre, they are entitled to make one further change, in line with the updated DVSA rules. This second change gives learners the option to select from the three test centres closest to their chosen location.Even if it does not already feature on the list of nearby centres, learners can use their second opportunity to return to their original test location. Several other changes to the driving test booking system have already come into force earlier this spring.‌From May 12, learner drivers are the only people able to book and manage their practical test. Prior to the rule change, driving instructors could book and manage tests on behalf of their pupils. However, this change means learners will now need to communicate directly with their instructor and plan their tests and any appointment changes, according to the Express.Back in March 2026, pupils were also subject to a new cap on the number of times a test date could be rescheduled without incurring an additional charge. Previously, learner drivers were allowed up to six changes, but this has been cut down to just two.What will I need to do when all the new rules are in place?From June 9, all of the updated driving test rules will be fully implemented across England, Scotland and Wales. Before booking, speak to your driving instructor to confirm that you are ready to sit the test.‌Pupils should ask their driving instructor for their reference number, as this is required when making a booking, and select a time and date that suits both them and their instructor - especially if they need to use the instructor's vehicle for the test. Only book at a test centre you genuinely intend to use.After identifying your local centre, it may be worth checking which of the two closest centres you are eligible for, as a precaution, should you need to move your original test to an earlier or later slot. Some learners opt to book their driving tests outside their local area, either to secure an earlier slot or to sit their practical exam in a less hectic location.‌However, the DVSA generally advises learners to stick to their local areas, as navigating an unfamiliar town can make passing more difficult, since drivers won't be familiar with specific road layouts, speed limit changes, or local hazards.The GOV.UK website said: "Choose a date you realistically expect to be ready by. You are only allowed to make two changes to your appointment."What counts as a change?As listed on the GOV.UK website, only these things count as a change:Article continues belowchanging the date or timechanging the test centreswapping your appointment with another learner driver who already has a test bookedIf a third change is needed, the system will not allow any further adjustments, meaning drivers must cancel their test entirely and book a new one. A full refund will be issued if you cancel at least ten full working days (excluding Sundays and public holidays) before your test date.