All DVSA newsClaim expenses if your theory test was cancelled with less than 3 full working days' notice, including travel costs or lost pay from unpaid leave.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, published on GOV.UK on 1 June 2026: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-expenses-if-dvsa-cancelled-your-theory-test#dvsa-update-2026-06-01T08-00-00-000Z
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Claim expenses if DVSA cancelled your theory test
Claim expenses if your theory test was cancelled with less than 3 full working days' notice, including travel costs or lost pay from unpaid leave.
Read the official announcement on gov.ukWhat this means for learners
Check which part of the car theory test this update affects, then use the current official guidance to plan your revision. Keep a note of topics you miss in practice and come back to them before booking.
Plan your car theory revisionSmartLearner is an independent driving school, not part of the DVSA. Always check the official guidance before making decisions about your test.