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Category B appointment releases

When should I check for new NI driving-test appointments?

DVA currently releases Category B practical-test appointments three months ahead, with all centres releasing appointments on the first working day of each month.

The monthly release roughly three months earlier. It does not show live DVA availability.
Check official slots

Why keep checking after release day?

The first monthly release is not necessarily the last chance to find an appointment. DVA says extra appointments may appear when resources become available, and slots return when customers change or cancel.

Bank and public holidays matter

The official rule says first working day, not simply the first weekday. This planner gives a Monday–Friday estimate and tells you to verify the official service where a NI bank/public holiday affects the start of a month.

Primary source: A guide to booking your practical driving test · Checked 21 September 2026.