Can the Subject 1 Test Be Taken Outside the Registration Location?
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Subject 1 test can be taken outside the registration location. Applicants can apply for a small car driver's license with their resident ID card anywhere nationwide without submitting proof of residence registration. The cross-regional handling of subject tests has been implemented. If an applicant who has passed some subjects of the small car driver's license test changes their residence to another location due to work, study, or life reasons, they can apply to change the test location and continue taking the remaining subjects, reducing the burden of traveling back and forth for tests. After enrolling in a driving school, it usually takes about 7-15 days to take the Subject 1 test. After enrollment, you need to wait for the review by the vehicle management office. During the waiting period, you can start practicing the Subject 1 test questions, and the required study hours can be completed as guided by the customer service. Things to note for the Subject 1 test: Arrive at the test center early and avoid being late; follow the staff's arrangements and collect your driving training file in order in the waiting area; bring and present your ID card for inspection by the supervising officer; listen carefully to the test rules before the exam and avoid misconduct; mobile phones must be turned off in the test area; loud noise is prohibited in the test area; do not bring the regulations textbook into the test area (or keep it in your bag); before the test starts, check if the computer display page is abnormal.
I heard that for the Subject 1 exam, you can indeed choose to take it outside your registration location. Specifically, according to regulations, the driver's license exam system is now fully networked, so you just need to select an exam center in another location on the booking platform. From what I know, many friends working or traveling elsewhere have booked exams through the 12123 Traffic Management App by entering their ID numbers to see available exam centers nationwide. However, it's important to check the local DMV's rules in advance, as some places may require additional documents, such as proof of employment or a temporary residence permit. I recommend planning your schedule early to avoid last-minute changes. Additionally, taking the exam in a different location is quite convenient, especially in big cities where there are more test centers and shorter wait times. That said, the exam content is the same everywhere, as the question bank follows national standards—wherever you take it, you'll need to study. In short, technically there's no issue, but the key is not to forget your ID and to arrive half an hour early.
Last time I helped my son with his driver's license test. Since he was studying in another city, he took the subject one test directly there. The whole process went smoothly. First, we made an online appointment and selected a nearby test center, with the system automatically confirming the location. On the exam day, he just needed to bring his ID card and registration receipt. I think this method is suitable for people who frequently travel for work, saving them the trouble of going back and forth to their hometown. However, it's important to note that test results are nationally networked, and once passed, they are automatically synchronized back to the registration location, eliminating the need for additional procedures. As for the cost, it's about the same, following a unified standard with no extra charges. In short, taking the test in a different city is feasible and helps many young people save time and effort.
The subject one exam can be taken in a different location with simple steps: First, log in to the traffic management platform app, find the exam scheduling entry, select a new location and submit; after approval, arrive on time for the exam. Remember to bring all required documents and check the exam venue information in advance. This method saves time and is efficient, avoiding long queues.
