Can You Transfer to Another Driving School and Is There a Fee?
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Yes, because the new driving school is not affiliated with the original one, you will need to pay the training/registration fees again. Below are the specific details about transferring driving schools: 1. No Exam Scheduled: Students who have enrolled in a driving school but have not yet scheduled the subject one exam can transfer to another driving school. This could be due to personal reasons or issues with the driving school. 2. Exam Already Scheduled: Students who have enrolled in a driving school and have already scheduled the subject one exam cannot transfer to another driving school. This is because after registration, the student's information is recorded in the public security vehicle management office's exam network, and the national exam system records which driving school the student belongs to.
As someone familiar with the driver training industry, I believe transferring driving schools is entirely feasible. You first need to consult your original driving school to apply for a transfer-out. They may charge a transfer fee or handling fee ranging from 100 to 500 yuan, depending on contract terms and your training progress. Meanwhile, the original school typically refunds the remaining tuition but deducts fees for completed courses. For example, with total tuition of 5,000 yuan, if you've taken 5 hours (300 yuan per lesson), you'd only get 3,500 yuan back. Adding a 200 yuan transfer fee, the actual cost could be relatively high. The new school may also require payment of registration or material fees, approximately 300-800 yuan. The process involves file transfers, so it's recommended to coordinate with school offices in advance to avoid affecting exam schedules. Keep all receipts and communication records to protect your rights. Common transfer reasons include relocation or service dissatisfaction. Overall, costs are manageable but require budgeting several hundred yuan.
I've personally experienced transferring driving schools, and it felt quite common. At that time, due to a change in my workplace, I applied for a transfer from my original driving school. They charged me a 250 yuan service fee and refunded part of the tuition for the uncompleted courses. The new driving school asked me to pay a 500 yuan acceptance fee, making the total additional cost around 750 yuan. The process was simple—just fill out an application form at the original driving school—but the fees may vary depending on your progress. If you haven't started Subject 2 yet, transferring is easier; if you're halfway through, the refund ratio might be lower. I recommend asking friends for recommendations to avoid switching again, saving both time and money. Maintaining good communication with your instructor can also reduce hassles. The whole process usually takes about one or two days, so don't worry about transportation issues.
