Do I have to pass the theory test before booking a practical driving test in Northern Ireland?

In Northern Ireland, a learner driver must pass the relevant theory test before booking the practical driving test.

Make sure the theory certificate remains valid when you take the practical test because it expires two years after the pass date.

The theory pass is therefore a gateway to the practical booking process, not simply a certificate you can obtain afterwards.

Northern Ireland theory tests, practical driving tests and candidate requirements are administered by the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), so current DVA/nidirect guidance should be used for bookings, documents, fees and test-day rules.