About SPSV test

The SPSV Test must be passed by all applicants before they can apply for an SPSV driver licence. It is designed to verify that the applicant knows the SPSV Regulations, that they are familiar with good practice in the industry, and that they have a good working knowledge of the county in which they wish to operate. This test (totally of 90 questions) includes two modules:

  • The Industry Knowledge Test (54 questions)
  • The Area Knowledge Test (36 questions)

Prepare for SPSV Test here: SPSV info & Tests

For existing SPSV drivers:

SPSV drivers who were licensed before the introduction of the Skills Development Programme are strongly encouraged to take the Industry Knowledge Test in order to obtain the Authority’s certification. The test is designed to verify that they know the SPSV Regulations and that they are familiar with good practice in the industry.

Existing SPSV driver licence holders who wish to be licensed to stand or ply for hire in an additional country must pass the Area Knowledge Test for that county. The test is designed to verify that they have a good working knowledge of the county in which they wish to operate.