How many days after passing Subject 4 can I apply for a driver's license?
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After passing all driving test subjects, the vehicle management office will process the license within one working day. Below is relevant information about driver's licenses: 1. Definition of a motor vehicle driver's license: It refers to the legal certificate issued by the management department after a person who is legally allowed to learn to drive a motor vehicle has studied and mastered traffic regulations knowledge and driving skills, and passed the examination, permitting them to drive a certain type of motor vehicle. 2. Examination subjects for a motor vehicle driver's license: Include traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, and road driving (including safe and civilized driving), totaling three subjects. 3. Expired driver's license: If the driver's license has been expired for less than one year, you can apply for a renewal at the vehicle management office; if it has been expired for more than one year but less than three years, you need to take the Subject 1 test, and after passing, you can proceed with the normal renewal; if it has been expired for more than three years, the driver's license will be revoked.
I just passed the subject four test the other day and was super excited. Right after passing, I went to the driving school to ask for details. They told me that I could usually get my driver's license in two or three days because they need to review the materials and then make the license. The fastest could be done on the same day, and the slowest would take up to a week. I remember scoring high on the test, which put me in a great mood, and I immediately informed my family. In practice, I suggest you confirm the exact time with your coach right after passing, instead of rushing off and waiting for a notification. If any materials are missing, you can quickly submit them. After getting the license, it's best to find an empty lot to practice, unlike me who took some small risks and made minor mistakes at first. Overall, the process is smooth and straightforward—just stay calm, and waiting three or four days is no problem.
Once you pass the fourth subject, the driver's license processing time usually takes 1-5 working days. Based on many cases I've analyzed, it mainly depends on the efficiency of the vehicle management office and its location. In big cities like Beijing or Shanghai, it might take just one or two days, while small counties sometimes require three to five days. The entire process includes document review and certificate production, with driving schools assisting in submitting the documents. If you're anxious, you can proactively call to check the progress instead of passively waiting for notifications. Also, make sure you haven't missed any previous subjects, otherwise you'll have to start over. After getting the license, I suggest starting slowly, simulating urban road conditions more to build confidence.
