Can I take the Subject 4 exam without my ID card?
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You cannot take the driver's license exam without an ID card, but you can participate with other valid identification documents. Identification documents: This can be a "Resident ID Card" or a "Temporary Resident ID Card". For mainland residents living outside their household registration area, a residence certificate issued by the public security authorities is also required. Documents to bring: For the Subject 4 exam, you need to bring your ID card, student permit, exam records, etc. Some places may also require photos for the driver's license. Usually, if the driving school schedules the Subject 4 exam on your behalf, you only need to bring your ID card. Before the driving school organizes the group trip to the DMV for the exam, they will provide you with both the student permit and records.
Let me share my thoughts. When taking the Subject 4 exam, your ID card is absolutely crucial. I remember once accompanying a friend who forgot his ID card, and they wouldn't let him through the gate—the staff wouldn't budge. According to regulations, the test center uses the ID card to verify identity information, and only after scanning it into the system are you considered a legitimate examinee. Without it, even if you bring your exam admission ticket or other documents, it's useless because they only accept the original—no photocopies. If you accidentally forget it, you'll have to reschedule the exam, wasting both the registration fee and precious time, and possibly disrupting your overall plans. So, I suggest putting your ID card in your wallet the night before and checking it again on the exam day before leaving early to avoid such a small mistake. After all, passing Subject 4 in one go to get your driver's license is ideal—don’t let a minor oversight ruin it!
