Can I get a refund if I don't want to continue after passing the subject 1 driving test?
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You can get a refund if you don't want to continue after passing the subject 1 driving test. Below is an introduction to the driving school refund standards: 1. Failure to meet requirements: After registration, if you do not participate in the medical examination or fail the medical examination and request to withdraw, the corresponding service fee will be deducted. 2. Driving school reasons: If you have not participated in the subject 1 theoretical training or if the driving school fails to arrange for the trainee to participate in subject 2 training within 60 days after completing the subject 1 exam, a full refund should be given. After completing the subject 2 exam, if the training institution still does not arrange for the trainee to participate in subject 3 (road test) training within 90 days, 50% of the training fee will be refunded. 3. Personal reasons: If you have completed the subject 1 exam but do not participate in subject 2 training (reverse parking, stopping and starting on a steep slope, parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turns) due to personal reasons, the training fee after deducting the textbook fee and theoretical training fee will be refunded. If you have completed subject 2 training but do not participate in subject 3 training due to personal reasons, or if you exceed the specified time limit due to personal reasons, no refund will be given. If you pass the optional subject exam and request a refund before the road test, the tuition fee will not be refunded.
When I first started learning to drive, I thought it was too difficult after passing the subject one test and didn't want to continue. I went to the driving school to ask if I could get a refund. They said the tuition fee covered the entire process, and after passing subject one, most of the cost was already consumed, so only the remaining portion could be refunded. The contract stated that if you quit midway, you could at most get a refund for subjects two and three, roughly 30%-40% of the total fee. To get a refund, you had to submit a written application and wait for the driving school's approval, which was a lengthy process. I tried it and got back a small amount, but not the full refund. My suggestion is to bring the contract directly for negotiation and maintain a good attitude to try to get more. Remember, policies vary by driving school, and in some places, you can also try consumer complaint channels. Overall, getting a refund is troublesome, and it might be better to just stick it out and finish the test to save both money and hassle.
I've been through this and understand the driving school fee structure. The lump-sum tuition covers all exam stages, and a significant portion is spent once you pass Subject 1. Refunds depend on the specific agreement—usually only unused portions are refunded, rarely exceeding half. You'll need to ask the front desk about the process, possibly submitting documents to prove you're quitting. They often drag their feet to avoid losing invested resources. Local regulations also affect outcomes—some cities require schools to have clear refund policies. Don't just wait—check your contract or call their hotline immediately. Refunds may take weeks, so prepare mentally. Avoid impulsive enrollments next time to spare yourself the hassle.
