How much advance notice is required to cancel the Subject 3 exam?
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At least one day in advance. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses": If an applicant is unable to attend the exam at the scheduled time due to unforeseen circumstances, they must apply to cancel the appointment at least one day in advance. Failure to attend the exam at the scheduled time without prior cancellation will result in a failing grade for that exam attempt. Below is more relevant information: 1. The road driving skills test for Subject 3 generally includes: vehicle preparation, simulated lighting test, starting, driving in a straight line, gear shifting operations, changing lanes, pulling over, driving straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crosswalks, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting oncoming vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. 2. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test generally includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations like tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.
Last time when I was practicing driving, I needed to cancel my Subject 3 test. The instructor told me to send a message to the driving school at least 24 hours in advance, preferably on a weekday. For example, if the test is on Thursday, canceling before Wednesday morning is the safest. If you wait until the test day to cancel, it might be counted as a no-show, not only wasting the test fee of around 150 yuan but also affecting your next registration order. I had a friend who forgot to cancel and ended up paying the fee twice—a real loss. Everyone, be more careful when practicing driving, plan your time ahead, and don’t let unexpected events disrupt your schedule. It saves trouble, stress, and money.
As someone who frequently assists students with exam arrangements, I've found that canceling the Subject 3 test at least 48 hours in advance is more reliable. This isn't a strict rule, but driving school systems generally need this time to adjust the candidate list and avoid resource wastage. Canceling too late may result in credit score deductions or require re-queuing for the next test, potentially adding around 200 yuan in fees. I recommend that practicing drivers directly contact their driving schools to confirm details—don't rely solely on mobile notifications, as system updates can sometimes be delayed. Taking proactive steps can save unnecessary hassle. Early action also helps maintain a good mindset, allowing you to focus on improving driving skills.
