How Long is the Validity Period of the Driving Skill Test Permit?
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The validity period of the driving skill test permit is three years. After passing the Subject 1 test, the vehicle management office will issue the driving skill test permit within one day. Applicants must complete Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests within the validity period. If not completed, the passed test results will become invalid. Below is an introduction to the various subjects of the driving test: 1. Subject 1: Traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test, which is theoretical, answered on a computer, with a full score of 100, and a passing score of 90 or above (including 90). 2. Subject 2: Field driving skill test, conducted with an actual vehicle in a designated area. Results are only pass or fail. 3. Subject 3: (1) Road driving skill test: Conducted with an actual vehicle on a road or simulated area. (2) Safe and civilized driving test (Subject 4): This is a theoretical test, with a full score of 100, and a passing score of 90 or above (including 90).
I just got my driver's license exam permit, and I'm so excited! This permit is valid for a full three years, meaning that from the day you pass the written test (Subject 1), you must complete the practical driving tests (Subject 2 and Subject 3) within three years. If the deadline is exceeded, the exam eligibility will be voided, and even the Subject 1 results will expire, requiring you to start the registration process all over again. I think the timeline is tight, but with proper planning, it's manageable. I plan to practice driving every week and schedule the tests as soon as possible to avoid procrastination. Life can get unexpectedly busy—work or other commitments might take up your time—so I recommend that beginners act early. Don’t assume three years is a long time; it flies by. The sooner you finish, the less stress you’ll have. After passing Subject 1, it’s best to start practical training within a month to build skills more steadily.
As someone who's been through it, I know the driving test eligibility certificate is valid for three years, starting from the date you pass the theory test (Subject 1). Within this period, you must complete all subsequent driving tests, or you'll lose your eligibility—even your theory test results will be void. I've seen many people fail because they procrastinated until the last minute, only to waste extra money and time retaking everything. Looking back, I'd advise new learners to create a detailed plan right after getting the certificate: for example, practice driving every weekend and schedule the Subject 2 test within three months. Life is full of unexpected events, so time management is crucial. If you let it expire, not only do you start from scratch, but you also have to repay the registration fees—what a hassle! That's why I always say: don't take those three years lightly. The sooner you complete the tests, the smoother it'll be.
