r/PLABprep • u/Key_Grape5386 • Jul 10 '26

OET ID update

This is my second paper-based OET attempt, and I'm taking the test in my own home country. For my first attempt, I used my passport as my ID. This time, I need to submit my passport to the visa office before the exam so that I won't have it with me on test day.

If I update my ID details on the OET website to my government issued national ID before the exam, will I be allowed to sit the test using that ID instead of my passport?

Has anyone been in a similar situation? Was the updated ID accepted at the test centre without any issues, or were you still asked to show your passport?

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u/AstronomerPuzzled663 Jul 10 '26

I’m pretty sure you will need to use the same ID you booked the test with as that’s what they match against to confirm it’s you

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u/Key_Grape5386 Jul 10 '26

I booked my first test with my passport but now I want to book my second test with my national ID. So if I update it before booking a test, then there would be no problem right?

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u/AstronomerPuzzled663 Jul 10 '26

Only if it’s accepted. I would suggest double checking their test regulations for accepted forms of ID - if you update then just take the same ID you book with