How long does it take to obtain an A3 driver's license?
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Under the condition of passing all tests on the first attempt, it generally takes about 3 months to obtain an A3 driver's license. According to statistics, the average time for all trainees to complete the certification process is approximately 6 months. The specific duration varies by region, depending on the efficiency of the local vehicle management office and the number of applicants. After obtaining the A3 driver's license, you cannot start working immediately. You also need to apply for a passenger transport industry qualification certificate from the local passenger transport management department. More details are as follows: 1. The A3 license test is similar to the standard C1 test, consisting of four sections: Section 1 and Section 4 are theoretical tests, Section 2 is a skills test, and Section 3 is a road test. In some areas, these sections may not follow the standard order; for example, Section 3 might be taken before Section 2, with Section 4 completed after the probationary period. 2. Section 2 of the A3 test is particularly challenging, but it differs from the C1 test in that it includes 16 items: pole test, hill start, single-plank bridge, continuous obstacles, curve driving, right-angle turn, parallel parking, speed-limited passage through a narrow gate, bumpy road, simulated emergency handling, simulated highway driving, simulated continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, narrow road U-turn, simulated slippery road driving, simulated rain (fog) driving, and simulated tunnel driving.
Just got my A3 driver's license, it took me over three months to complete the whole process. Before enrolling, I checked the driving school's schedule thoroughly. After submitting the documents, I waited two weeks to take the theoretical test (Subject 1). After passing, the practical training began—the school arranged weekend classes with three driving sessions per week, focusing on skills like truck reversing and hill starts, which took four weeks. I waited another week to schedule the road tests (Subjects 2 and 3), and luckily passed them all on the first try to get the license. However, I heard some friends failed and had to retake the tests, dragging the process out to four months. The main reason is the tight scheduling in cities—if you learn quickly, it can be done in two months. The key is to plan your schedule in advance and avoid peak enrollment periods. I recommend finding a reliable driving school to clarify the process to prevent unnecessary waiting and wasted time.
