Can I Change Driving Schools During the Driver's License Exam?
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It is possible to change driving schools during the driver's license exam. The driver's license is a mandatory certification for motor vehicle drivers under the laws of the People's Republic of China. Individuals who drive civil motor vehicles on public roads must apply for a driver's license in accordance with relevant regulations. The rules regarding the driver's license exam are as follows: 1. For first-time applicants or those applying to add a permitted vehicle type, the vehicle management office should issue a learning-to-drive certificate within one day after passing the theory test (Subject 1). 2. The learning-to-drive certificate is valid for three years, during which applicants must complete the Subject 2 and Subject 3 exams. If the exams are not completed within this period, the passed subjects will be invalidated. 3. During the validity period of the learning-to-drive certificate, the number of attempts for the Subject 2 and Subject 3 road tests cannot exceed five. If the fifth attempt is still unsuccessful, the results of other passed subjects will be invalidated.
Last year when I was getting my driver's license, I hesitated about changing driving schools because my original instructor was too strict, constantly scolding me which made me extremely nervous. A friend told me that switching driving schools mid-course is completely possible, as long as the original contract is properly handled. I first applied to withdraw from the original driving school, filled out a form stating the reasons, and they issued me a learning certificate documenting which subjects I had completed and how many training hours I had logged. Then I selected a new driving school, registered with my ID card and the certificate, and continued my training from where I left off. The new school's teaching went smoothly without delaying my exams. However, refunds might be tricky as the original school may deduct some service fees, so it's best to clarify the terms beforehand. My advice is that if the teaching style doesn't suit you, it's better to switch early for peace of mind, avoiding wasted time and loss of confidence in learning to drive. You can also conveniently switch when moving houses, it's quite hassle-free.
