Apps cut driving test waiting times by monitoring cancellations at nearby centres
Eva Osborne
There are apps that can alert you of driving test cancellations, and one can even automatically book a slot for you.
If you're looking to get your driving test done as soon as possible, it might be worth downloading the DriveNow app or the DrivingTest Helper IE app.
DriveNow helps you find earlier driving test dates by monitoring cancellations across all Road Safety Authority (RSA) test centres in Ireland.
You can get instant notifications when a cancellation becomes available at your preferred test centres.
DrivingTest Helper IE can also notify you of cancellations. As well as this, it can automatically book them for you to ensure you do not miss out on a slot.
Its system continuously monitors driving test centre across the State, giving learner drivers the edge in securing earlier test dates.
One review of the DrivingTest Helper IE app states: "Helped me get a test within two weeks. Very easy to log in every two hours. Would recommend 100%."
Another says: "App is amazing add your preferences and you will get a slot accordingly. And if you have any query’s the individuals are willing to answer any questions and are truly very helpful 100% recommend for anyone."
The RSA said it is aware of some third-party apps offering driving test slot notification and booking services to driving test applicants who engage with them.
A spokesperson: "Such third-party apps offering notification and booking services are not associated or affiliated with the RSA or the driver testing service in any way. Use of such third-party apps for these purposes is not authorised by the RSA.
"Driving test slots should only be booked directly through the MyRoadSafety portal. To protect the integrity of your MyRoadSafety account we strongly recommend that applicants do not furnish log in details or personal information to third-party apps.
"The RSA is not responsible for the content of, use of personal data by, or any fees charged by, such apps. Suspicions or concerns about any third-party app should be reported to the gardaí."
