Can military personnel still obtain a driver's license?
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Military personnel can obtain a driver's license. Below is relevant information about obtaining a driver's license while serving in the military: 1. Military Driver's License: Every military-level unit (and even some division or brigade-level units) has a driver training team (battalion). Military personnel can obtain a driver's license (military Class B license), but the number of spots allocated to each unit annually is limited, making the competition quite intense. Driving in the military requires a military driver's license, which must be converted to a civilian license after discharge. Learning to drive in the military is free. After joining the military, if assigned to a motor transport unit or participating in driver training during service, one can learn to drive. 2. Military Vehicle Use: Those holding a military or armed police force motor vehicle driver's license, or a foreign motor vehicle driver's license, and meeting the application requirements, can apply for a corresponding motor vehicle driver's license.
You can definitely get a driver's license during military service. I've researched the relevant policies before. According to Chinese regulations, soldiers can apply for a driver's license during their service period, usually by enrolling in a military driving school or a local partner driving school. The process includes physical examination, theoretical learning, subject one test, practical training, and subsequent exams. Military life is quite busy, but there's usually a scheduled training timetable that allows soldiers to learn driving during their rest time. I personally recommend interested friends to plan early. Getting a driver's license not only enhances personal skills but also makes it easier to find jobs in the automotive industry after discharge. Remember to follow military discipline and not affect normal duties. Currently, the cost of urban driving tests is not high, and you can complete it in a few months if you learn quickly.
I got my driver's license when I was in the military, which was quite convenient. We had dedicated areas in the army to practice driving, and the leadership was supportive. Usually, we would go to the driving school on weekends or in the evenings when we had free time, and the exams were scheduled during holidays. I obtained a C1 license, and the learning process didn’t interfere much with my training. Personally, I think there are many benefits to getting a driver's license in the military—you can learn safe driving techniques, such as basic operations like parallel parking, which are helpful for future driving or car maintenance. After passing the test, I found that many comrades also got their licenses, and the army even organized training to ensure everyone could drive military or daily-use vehicles. Just be mindful of time management to avoid affecting duty shifts because of driving practice. When preparing for the license, it’s helpful to seek advice from experienced drivers to learn faster.
