Can I Get a Refund If I Haven't Finished Driving Lessons?
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You can get a refund if you haven't finished driving lessons. Below is an introduction to the driving school refund policy: 1. Not meeting requirements: If you withdraw after registration without taking the medical examination or fail the medical examination, the corresponding service fee will be deducted. 2. Driving school's fault: If you haven't attended the theoretical training for Subject 1 or if the driving school fails to arrange Subject 2 training within 60 days after completing Subject 1 exam due to the driving school's reasons, a full refund should be issued. If the training institution still doesn't arrange Subject 3 (road test) training within 90 days after completing Subject 2 exam, 50% of the training fee will be refunded. 3. Personal reasons: If you have completed Subject 1 exam but haven't attended Subject 2 training (including reverse parking, stopping and starting on a steep slope, parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turns) due to personal reasons, the training fee minus textbook and theory training fees will be refunded. No refund will be given if you have completed Subject 2 training but haven't attended Subject 3 training due to personal reasons, or if you exceed the stipulated time limit. If you request a refund after passing optional subject exams but before the road test, the tuition fee will not be refunded.
I had to interrupt my driving lessons due to moving house before. When I went to the driving school to ask for a refund, they said it depended on the contract terms—deducting fees based on the lessons I had taken, including book fees and instructor fees, and refunded me about 60% of the remaining amount. The whole process took a few days, requiring submission of an application form and proof. I suggest everyone carefully read the contract terms before signing up, don’t wait until something goes wrong to check. Driving schools usually deduct reasonable costs, but if it’s their fault, like poor service, you might get a larger refund. The lesson I learned is to prioritize driving schools with transparent refund policies when choosing, and not to go for cheap options with small institutions. Getting a refund isn’t impossible, but you need to act quickly—don’t delay and let the fees pile up.
From my experience, driving school refund policies vary depending on local regulations and contracts. If you request a refund before completing the course due to personal reasons like scheduling conflicts, they may deduct fees for used materials (e.g., textbooks) and completed lessons before issuing a partial refund. However, if the driving school is at fault (e.g., frequent instructor changes), you're theoretically entitled to a full refund. Policies typically specify refund amounts based on progress percentage. It's best to keep payment records and consult the school's customer service directly. I recommend understanding these details before starting lessons to avoid future hassles. Try to resolve issues amicably through negotiation rather than escalating to consumer associations. In short, pursue reasonable refunds within policy limits—don't expect full reimbursement.
