Can a temporary ID card be used for the fourth subject of the driving test?
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Temporary ID cards can be used for the fourth subject of the driving test because they hold the same legal validity as a regular ID card. The specific details are as follows: 1. You can go to any police station (even non-local ones), submit your household registration booklet, a recent one-inch black-and-white photo without a hat (the photo size standard is the same as for a regular ID card), and pay a fee of 10 RMB for the document. Students can obtain the temporary ID card on the same day of application. 2. In some places, providing the ID card number or having a household registration booklet or residence permit may suffice for the test. However, specific details should be confirmed with the local vehicle management office, as not all places allow this.
Last week when I took students for their driving test, someone asked if a temporary ID card could be used for the Subject 4 exam. This matter is actually quite clear-cut. The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses" explicitly states that temporary ID cards have the same legal effect as formal ID cards. The identity verification for Subject 4 mainly involves facial recognition and reading the ID card chip—temporary IDs with chips can pass the system check. However, I must remind you that test centers have varying equipment models, so it's best to check with the DMV half a day in advance. My student used a newly issued temporary ID with a clear, unworn photo, and the card reader recognized it on the first try. If the ID is creased or the photo is blurry, I recommend reapplying to avoid delaying the exam. Also, remember to bring the acceptance receipt as an extra precaution.
