Is a Temporary Residence Permit Required for Taking the Driver's License Test in Zhengzhou?
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No, a temporary residence permit is not required for taking the driver's license test in Zhengzhou. Here are the specific regulations for obtaining a driver's license: One-Certificate Nationwide Test: With a resident ID card, individuals can directly apply for a small car driver's license (Class C) in any city across the country without submitting a residence permit or residence registration certificate, further facilitating the public to take the test and obtain the license nearby and independently. For Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents working or living in mainland China, they can use their residence permits for Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents without submitting accommodation registration certificates or other proofs. Cross-Region Subject Tests: Mainland residents with resident ID cards and Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents with their residence permits can directly apply to the local vehicle management office to change the test location. After changing the test location, they can directly schedule the remaining subject tests at their current place of residence, and the passed subject test scores remain valid. After passing all subject tests, the driver's license can be obtained directly at the current test location.
As a local resident of Zhengzhou, I could simply use my ID card to register for the driver's license test, which was very convenient. However, if you're a non-local resident, you need to be aware that according to my understanding, Zhengzhou requires non-local residents to obtain a residence permit first before taking the driver's license test. I have a friend who moved here from Nanyang for work, and he had to visit the local police station to apply for the permit. He needed to bring his ID card, rental contract or work certificate, along with a few photos, and the process was completed within a few days. Only after obtaining the residence permit could he officially register at the driving school. The whole process was quite smooth, and I'd advise non-local friends to start the application early to avoid delaying their test schedule. Additionally, getting a driver's license isn't just about the documents—don't forget about the medical check-up report and the traffic rules test. Preparing in advance can save you a lot of trouble. Zhengzhou has plenty of driving schools to choose from, so picking one close to home can save both time and hassle.
I just got my driver's license in Zhengzhou. As a student from another city, I had to apply for a residence permit first. With the school's enrollment certificate, I went to the local police station and got it done easily: just bring the original ID card, temporary address proof, fill out a form, and receive the permit. Only with the residence permit could I register at the driving school. The whole process included a medical check, theoretical learning, driving practice, and exams. The test center in Zhengzhou has a good environment, but remember to familiarize yourself with local traffic rules during practice to avoid minor mistakes. Getting the residence permit early allows you to focus on training—don’t cram at the last minute, or it’ll waste time. Zhengzhou has limited roadside parking, so it’s best to coordinate practice times with your instructor for a higher chance of passing on the first try.
