Booking the practical driving test takes planning: gather documentation, understand wait times at your test centre and prepare a back-up plan in case you must reschedule. This guide shows how to coordinate your driving school, private practice and the Norwegian Public Roads Administration.
Prerequisites before booking
| Requirement | What must be in place | Learn more |
|---|---|---|
| Passed theory test | Valid for 3 years; booked on the Vegvesen portal | Theory test |
| Mandatory training | Steps 1–4 approved by the driving school | Driving test step by step |
| Health and vision | Self-declaration, eye test, possibly medical certificate | Health and vision requirements |
| Paid test fee | Paid in the portal while booking | Norwegian Public Roads Administration services |
Tip: Keep the log from Private driving practice up to date. The examiner may ask how you prepared.
Step-by-step booking
- Log in to vegvesen.no with ID-porten.
- Choose “Bestill førerprøve” (Book driving test) under self-service.
- Pick test centre, date and time. Check neighbouring centres if your first choice is full.
- Confirm which car you will use. If you drive the school car your instructor must approve the booking.
- Pay the fee to secure the appointment. The receipt is stored in the portal.
Use the waiting period for targeted training: repeat the vehicle safety check and defensive driving.
Wait times and seasonal patterns
| Period | Typical wait | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| May–June (exam season) | 6–10 weeks | Book early, widen your search to nearby centres |
| August–October (post-holiday) | 4–8 weeks | Combine practice with rural driving |
| November–February | 2–5 weeks | Take advantage of shorter waits, practise driving in the dark |
| March–April (pre-season) | 3–6 weeks | Finish night driving and slippery track training in good time |
If the queue is long, coordinate reserve slots with your driving school and ask to be placed on a waiting list. Some schools book on behalf of students and receive alerts when new slots open.
Cancellation, rescheduling and failure
| Situation | Deadline/rules | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Cancel booking | At least 24 hours before | Fee retained, book a new date |
| Illness | Upload a medical certificate | Fee may be refunded |
| Failed test | 2-week waiting period before rebooking | Plan follow-up with instructor |
| No-show | No refund of fee | New booking with new payment |
If you fail, rebook immediately to maintain momentum and create an improvement plan with your instructor based on the examiner’s feedback. Review Penalty points and reactions to understand the consequences of serious errors.
Documents and checklists
- ID and vehicle registration: Confirm both are in the car a week before the test.
- Warning equipment: Reflective vest and warning triangle; see the vehicle safety check.
- Digital driving licence: After passing you can activate the app; read Digital driving licence.
- Driving log: Summarise hours and topics. Provides a clear overview for your examiner and yourself.
Next steps
Once you have a confirmed slot, create a training plan covering different environments. Combine theory revision, practical sessions and mental preparation as outlined in Driving test and Driving test step by step.
Smart planning of the booking process gives you control on test day and improves the chance of passing on the first try.