Can I take the Subject 2 driving test during the seven-day National Day holiday?
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You cannot take the Subject 2 driving test during the National Day holiday. The National Day holiday is a statutory holiday designated by the state, and it is a special holiday period. During this time, the staff at the vehicle management office will be on leave. Driving test schedule: Tests are only conducted on regular working days, i.e., from Monday to Friday. Tests cannot be scheduled on weekends or national statutory holidays. However, you can make an appointment online to take the test on a working day. Subject 2 test items: Also known as the small road test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and refers to the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1 and C2), the test includes five mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, right-angle turns, and curve driving.
I encountered a similar situation during the National Day holiday when taking the Subject 2 driving test. My driving instructor mentioned that examiners also take holidays during long breaks, and most test centers are closed. It's best not to gamble on luck—call your driving school to confirm the schedule or check the local transportation bureau's website for announcements. Most places suspend tests for all seven days of the National Day holiday, while a few may operate half-days but require advance booking. Remember, safety comes first—holidays bring crowds and chaotic traffic, and test interruptions could cause delays. Scheduling on regular weekends is more reliable; plan ahead to avoid last-minute hassles. Last year, a friend wasted a trip to the test center but later found online procedures much more convenient.
