ATD · Driving licences & permits

Application to defer a learner's or driving licence test

The ATD applies to have a booked learner's or driving licence test deferred to another date.

All government forms
Form code
ATD
Form type
Driving licences & permits
Related vehicle transaction
Test deferment
Who normally uses it
Applicants who cannot attend a booked test

When you would use the ATD

  • You cannot attend your booked learner's or driving licence test
  • A test must be moved for a valid reason

What the ATD asks for

  • Identification of the person or organisation (ID number, or business/traffic register number for a company)
  • Booking reference and test detail
  • Reason for the deferment and supporting proof
  • Signature of the applicant or an authorised proxy or representative

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Forms often used with the ATD

The License Guys SA is a private vehicle administration business and is not NaTIS, the RTMC or a licensing authority. This page explains the official ATD form so you know what it is for; the official form itself remains the property of the relevant authority and requirements can change without notice.