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Navan Test Centre

Government Offices, Athlumney, Kilcairn, Navan, C15 FEF2

Navan test centre

Navan test centre is at the Government Offices in Athlumney. Navan is the Meath county town, a large commuter town that has grown rapidly.

Address
Government Offices, Athlumney, Kilcairn, Navan
C15 FEF2
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Closed weekends and bank holidays
Arrival
Government Offices at Athlumney, Kilcairn. Free parking. Arrive 20 minutes early.

On test day at Navan

1
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.
2
Rules of the Road questions
The examiner asks you questions on the Rules of the Road before you go outside.
3
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.
4
The drive (about 40 minutes)
A route around Navan covering left and right turns, roundabouts, traffic lights, and two manoeuvres from: reverse around a corner, turnabout, or hill start.
5
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.

Reviews from learners who tested at Navan

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Imani Kulimushi
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Andy, Andy, Andy😘, how many times do I have to call your name? You're simply the best! 🎉 I passed my driving test on my first attempt in Navan on September 27th, 2024, and I couldn't have done it without you. You were incredibly supportive throughout my lessons—patient, calm,...

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Thomas Plunkett
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I had Gerard Bialek as an instructor, he was great! His feedback was always very positive and definitely left me feeling confident on the roads. I passed my test first time in Navan test centre. This was definitely down to Gerards approach to road safety and teaching, the test I...

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Roads you will drive at Navan

Routes cover the town centre, Trimgate Street, the ring road, and residential estates in Johnstown and Athlumney. Roundabouts are a key feature.

Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.

Key roads on Navan test routes

Athlumney Road Trimgate Street Dublin Road Ring Road Kells Road Johnstown Road

Junctions to know

Ring road roundabouts, multi-lane
Trimgate Street / Ludlow Street junction in town centre

Tricky spots at Navan

Navan has grown from a market town to a large commuter centre. The old town has narrow streets while newer areas have roundabouts and wider roads. The M3 motorway has helped but the town centre stays congested.

Navan town centre

Busy county town with narrow streets and heavy through traffic from the N3.

Ring road roundabouts

Large roundabouts with fast traffic. Common fail point for lane selection errors.

Tips for passing at Navan

Government Offices in Athlumney. Follow signs from the ring road.
The ring road roundabouts are on most routes. Practice every exit.
Navan is a big commuter town. Morning tests mean heavy traffic towards Dublin.

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:

Road positioning Overtaking and passing Anticipation and observation Mirror use and signals Progress and speed Traffic light compliance Road signs and markings Vehicle controls (accelerator, clutch, gears, brakes, steering)
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.

Pretest lessons for Navan

Practice the actual test routes before your driving test. Our instructors know every road the examiners use at Navan.

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