How to Apply for a Ride-hailing Driver's License?
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Obtain a motor vehicle driver's license for the corresponding vehicle type and have at least 3 years of driving experience; no record of violent crimes; To apply for a ride-hailing operation permit: You need to go to the local taxi administration department where the service is located to process the application.
I'm quite familiar with the process of applying for a ride-hailing driver's license, which involves three steps. First, you need to ensure you meet the requirements: at least three years of driving experience, no serious violations like drunk driving, drug-impaired driving, hit-and-run, or repeated speeding offenses, and you must obtain a no-criminal-record certificate from the local police station. Second, you'll need to take an exam. Currently, many regions require in-person testing, covering local geography, policies and regulations, service standards, and emergency handling. The test centers are usually located at traffic examination centers, and study materials can be downloaded from the local transportation bureau's official website or official social media accounts. Third, after passing the exam, bring your ID card, driver's license, and exam results to the transportation bureau's service window to apply for the license. Remember to check their business hours in advance. If everything goes smoothly, the entire process takes about half a month. If you fail the exam, you can retake it after a week. By the way, to operate as a ride-hailing driver, both the driver and the vehicle must be licensed—platforms won't assign trips if you only have the driver's license but not the vehicle permit.
