Theory Test Ireland

Information on the Irish Theory Test


In Ireland, since the 25th April 2001 a Driving Theory Test must be undertaken (and passed !) before a person can obtain their 1st provisional driving licence.


The test is conducted on a computer monitor where 40 multi-choice questions are selected at random from a bank of over 1250. 35 questions must be answered correctly to achieve a pass.


From the 21st October 2006 500 new questions were added to the data bank..
Full details here
New Revised Theory Test. .


The Irish Theory Test can be arranged by phoning:-

1890 606 106 (English),
1890 606 806 (Irish) and
1890 616 216 (Text Phone)


Online at:-

Driver Theory Test Service.


Or by Postal Application to:-

Driver Theory Test Service,
PO Box 144,
Drogheda,
Co. Louth


Application forms can be obtained from the the DTT booking help line, DTT test centres, driving test centers and Motor Taxation Offices. Or Download the form from:-
Application Form, Irish Driving Theory Test (PDF)


Note: When booking your theory test, you will be asked for your PPS Number. (formerly known as your RSI number), so have this to hand.


Full details at this link:-


Driver Theory Test Service.
DTT Logo
DTTS - Theory Test Official Site


A book and a CD-ROM are available with all the questions and answers. The CD-ROM has the advantage of a mock test facility..


The book and the PC CD-ROM can be obtained from most bookstores.


Copyright laws apply to the book and the CD. (See Footnote. ). Therefore we are unable to publish any questions from either. However some of the questions in our quizzes may accidentally bear some resemblance to the questions in "The Official Driver Theory Test". (We were the 1st Irish Driving School to have quizzes online)


With the exception of a sample question on the Official DTTS web site there is no facility online where you could view the correct question bank and practice for the test.



The Irish Government has opened a new web site at:- Road Safety Authority


They now have the new "Rules of the Road" in Pdf format on this site, so if you have a few moments to spare, click above link and advise them that having the bank of theory test questions available online, would also be a good start in promoting road safety.



Unlike the British system where you can practise the theory test online (for free, but now necessary to register)
British Car Theory Test.
Well worth a visit


They also publish their version of the "The Rules of the Road" booklet online. Again for free.
British Highway Code.
This is a very informative booklet, again well worth a visit. !!


On Line Quizzes.

These may ACCIDENTLY (see Footnote) bear slight resemblance to the official test questions

Further information at these links


Footnote.

Requested permission from the Dept of Environment, (Now changed to Dept of Transport) to use the question bank from the theory test book and CD. Despite numerous requests, by mail and email all communications were ignored. Contacted Ballymote Co. Sligo TD Mr John Perry..

Week later received the following from Mr. Perry: -

June 7th, 2001 Written Parliamentary Question

To ask the Minister for the Environment: if he will give permission to this person (details supplied) to use the questions and answers from the official driver theory book on his web site. If his Department has received his request and if he will make a statement on the matter.
John Perry TD
The John A Ryan Driving School
23 Markievicz Heights
Sligo
Web site: www.drivingschoolireland.com


For WRITTEN answer on Thursday, 14th June, 2001. Ref No:   17547/01
REPLY
Minister of State at the Department of the Environment and Local Government (Mr. Robert Molloy):

Quote

My Department is not in a position to grant this request as the contract for the Driver Theory Testing Service grants an exclusive licence to the contractors involved to publish and distribute this question bank.

Unquote


DTT Additional Theory Test Questions to those already in the Book and CD-ROM

(Result of change-over MPH to KPH)

KPH Addition to Theory Test. !



rules of the road
Rules of the Road.



Rules of the Road