# Newry Theory Test Centre > Source: https://drivings.com/test-centres/newry-theory-test-centre > Newry Theory Test Centre in Newry, Northern Ireland is run by DVA and offers theory tests; the nearest practical-test centre is Newry Practical Driving Test Centre, 1.3 miles away. > Region: United Kingdom (en-GB) > Last updated: 2026-07-13 ## Where you take the practical test Newry does not run the practical test. The nearest centre that does is [Newry Practical Driving Test Centre](https://drivings.com/test-centres/newry-practical-test-centre.md), 1.3 miles away. ## Location and contact - **Address:** Unit 2, Ground Floor, (An Storas) The Store House, (Behind Ballybot House) 28 Corn Market, Newry, BT35 8BG - **Coordinates:** 54.174134, -6.342477 - **Run by:** Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) - **Official listing:** https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/driver-vehicle-agency - **Status:** Listed as active - **Information last checked:** 13 July 2026 Listed in both the official DVA theory-centre directory and the GOV.UK Places feed at the snapshot time. This directory status is not real-time opening-hours confirmation. Check the official office page for same-day changes before travelling. ## Tests available - **Theory test:** available here. ## Newry theory test centre guide Northern Ireland theory tests are run by DVA. Prepare both the multiple-choice and hazard-perception parts, and use the Northern Ireland document rules rather than a Great Britain checklist. ### Arrive 15 minutes before the appointment The published address is Unit 2, Ground Floor, (An Storas) The Store House, (Behind Ballybot House) 28 Corn Market, Newry, BT35 8BG. nidirect advises arriving 15 minutes early. Staff check your name and licence documents before the security check and test-room admission. Personal belongings are stored in a locker and mobile phones must be switched off. Late arrival or missing documents can cost the test fee. ### Prepare for the DVA test The standard car test has two parts taken in the same appointment. You must pass both to receive a certificate. #### Bring both licence parts DVA requires both parts of a valid, signed Northern Ireland driving licence: the photocard and paper counterpart. Other licence situations have additional identity rules. #### Multiple-choice questions For the standard car test, answer 50 questions in 57 minutes and score at least 43. The session starts with instructions and an optional practice. #### Hazard perception Respond when hazards begin to develop. The car and motorcycle pass mark is 44 out of 75, and patterned or continuous clicking can score zero for a clip. #### Arrange support early DVA can provide support for reading difficulties, disabilities, and health conditions when the requirements are explained during booking. ### How the standard car theory test flows 1. **Licence and security checks.** Arrive early, present the required original documents, store belongings, and switch off devices. 2. **50 questions in 57 minutes.** Complete the multiple-choice section and score at least 43 for the standard car test. 3. **Hazard perception.** Watch everyday road scenes and respond as developing hazards emerge. 4. **Result and feedback.** DVA provides the result and topic feedback after the test, with an email result where supplied. > **Northern Ireland document rules are different.** DVA requires both parts of a valid signed Northern Ireland licence. If you hold another licence type, have changed details, or need alternative photo identification, check the full nidirect rules before travelling. ### DVA theory test-day checklist - Bring both parts of your valid signed Northern Ireland driving licence, or the alternative originals nidirect requires for your situation. - Recheck the appointment, address, journey, and any centre access note. - Arrive 15 minutes early and be ready to store belongings and switch off your phone. - Revise both multiple-choice knowledge and developing-hazard timing. - Arrange any disability, health, or reading support when booking. ### Test-day questions #### How early should I arrive at Newry theory test centre? nidirect advises arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment so staff can check your documents and complete the security process. #### What should I bring to Newry theory test centre? DVA requires both parts of a valid signed Northern Ireland driving licence—the photocard and paper counterpart. Check nidirect for alternative identity requirements if your situation differs. #### What is the Northern Ireland car theory test format? The multiple-choice part has 50 questions in 57 minutes, with a pass mark of 43. You must also pass hazard perception, where the car and motorcycle pass mark is 44 out of 75. Official preparation guidance: [Northern Ireland theory-test documents and arrival](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/about-driving-theory-test), [taking the Northern Ireland theory test](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/taking-theory-test), [preparing for the Northern Ireland theory test](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/preparing-theory-test). Recheck the official requirements before the appointment. ## Nearest alternative centres If this centre is fully booked, these are the closest locations offering the same test. - [Portadown](https://drivings.com/test-centres/portadown-theory-test-centre.md) — 17.7 miles away - [Belfast](https://drivings.com/test-centres/belfast-theory-test-centre.md) — 33.7 miles away - [Ballymena](https://drivings.com/test-centres/ballymena-theory-test-centre.md) — 47.9 miles away - [Omagh](https://drivings.com/test-centres/omagh-theory-test-centre.md) — 48.2 miles away - [Londonderry](https://drivings.com/test-centres/londonderry-theory-test-centre.md) — 69.1 miles away - [Stranraer](https://drivings.com/test-centres/stranraer-theory-test-centre.md) — 73 miles away Distances are straight-line from each centre's published coordinates. ## Sources and verification Identity, address and service availability for this centre come from: - [Complete official practical test-centre catalogue checked for exact-address absence](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/driving-and-vehicle-test-centres) — nidirect / Driver & Vehicle Agency, dataset version nidirect:2026-06-09T20:00:06.000Z, retrieved 2026-07-13, source updated 2026-06-09 - [Official DVA theory test-centre listing for Newry](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/theory-test-centres) — nidirect / Driver & Vehicle Agency, dataset version nidirect:2024-12-11T11:42:55.000Z, retrieved 2026-07-13, source updated 2024-12-11 - [Official theory test-centre listing for Newry](https://places-manager.publishing.service.gov.uk/places/theory-test-centres.json) — GOV.UK Places, dataset version 259, retrieved 2026-07-13, source updated 2026-05-06 The official source was last checked on the date shown above, so the centre's status may have changed since then. 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