Longford Test Centre
Government Offices, Ballinalee Road, Longford, N39 E4E0
Longford test centre
Longford test centre is at the Government Offices on Ballinalee Road. Longford is a compact midlands town with a busy main street.
On test day at Longford
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Arrive early with documents
Bring your learner permit, theory test certificate, appointment confirmation, and your motor insurance certificate. From March 2026, proof of insurance for the test vehicle is mandatory.
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Rules of the Road questions
The examiner asks you questions on the Rules of the Road before you go outside.
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Technical checks on your vehicle
You demonstrate checks on tyres, lights, reflectors, indicators, oil, coolant, steering, windscreen washer fluid, and brakes. You may need to open the bonnet.
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The drive (about 40 minutes)
A route around Longford covering left and right turns, roundabouts, traffic lights, and two manoeuvres from: reverse around a corner, turnabout, or hill start.
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Results
Pass and you get a Certificate of Competency (valid 2 years) to apply for your full licence. Fail and you get a detailed fault breakdown. You can reapply after 10 weeks.
Roads you will drive at Longford
Routes cover the town centre, Ballinalee Road, Dublin Road, and residential estates. Typical midlands town driving.
Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.
Key roads on Longford test routes
Junctions to know
Main Street / Dublin Road junction
Ballinalee Road / Battery Road junction
Tricky spots at Longford
Longford is a compact midlands town. The main street carries most of the commercial traffic. Approach roads are typical two-lane regional roads.
Main Street Longford
Narrow with heavy commercial traffic and pedestrian crossings.
Dublin Road approach
Speed transition entering town. Watch for the 50km/h signs.
Tips for passing at Longford
- Government Offices on Ballinalee Road. Parking on site.
- Longford is small. Routes will cover the town and head out onto approach roads.
- Market days increase traffic in the centre.
What you need to know
New insurance rule (March 2026)
From 9 March 2026, you must show a valid motor insurance certificate for the vehicle you are using for the test. If your name is not on the certificate, bring an email or letter from your insurer confirming you are covered. No certificate, no test.
Test fee
The driving test costs €85 for cars, motorcycles, and work vehicles. Apply online at MyRoadSafety on rsa.ie. You need a debit or credit card and a valid email.
Before you can sit the test
- Complete all 12 EDT lessons with an RSA Approved Driving Instructor
- Hold your learner permit for at least 6 months
- Have a vehicle with valid tax, insurance, NCT (if applicable), L plates, and an extra rear-view mirror for the examiner
Skills tested during the drive
You will be assessed on:
Technical checks
At your vehicle, the examiner will ask you to demonstrate checks on: tyres, lights, reflectors, indicators, oil level, coolant, steering, windscreen washer fluid, and brakes. You may need to open the bonnet and close it securely.
Cancellation
Give at least 10 days notice to cancel and get a refund of your €85 fee. Cancel online through rsa.ie.
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