Can a Temporary ID Be Used for the Subject 2 Driving Test?
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Temporary ID can be used for the Subject 2 driving test. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," first-time applicants for a driver's license must submit their identity proof. Although a temporary ID is valid for only three months, it still serves as the applicant's identity proof and holds the same legal validity as a permanent ID. The Subject 2 test usually requires magnetic stripe scanning, but a temporary driver's license cannot be scanned. If using a temporary ID for the Subject 2 test, you need to inform the test center staff in advance, and they will arrange the test for you. Generally, candidates using temporary IDs are scheduled to take the test last. If you lose your ID on the test day, you can apply for a temporary ID at the household registration office before the test. Subject 2: For small vehicles (C1), the test includes five mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). In some regions, there is a sixth item: highway toll card collection. For C2 vehicles, the test includes four mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, right-angle turns, and curve driving (S-curves). For large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2), the test includes: pole test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, passing through a width-restricted gate, passing through continuous obstacles, driving on undulating roads, narrow-road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rainy (foggy) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
When I took the Subject 2 driving test, I lost my ID card, so I used a temporary ID to go to the test center. The whole process went smoothly—the staff checked it and let me take the test directly. This shows that a temporary ID is a valid form of identification, as long as it’s officially issued by the police. Bringing it for identity verification is no problem. Identity verification is crucial during the driving test, and temporary documents hold the same legal validity as permanent ones. However, it’s advisable to apply for it one or two weeks in advance to avoid last-minute issues delaying your test. Additionally, communicate with your driving school before the Subject 2 test to confirm the test center accepts it, as requirements may vary slightly by location. Keeping a screenshot of your ID on your phone as a backup is also a good idea. In short, don’t stress—this document works, so just focus on driving.
