Is there a fee for the second appointment of Subject 3?
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There is a fee for the second appointment of Subject 3. Below is relevant information about Subject 3: 1. Introduction: Subject 3, which includes the road driving skills test and the safety and civilized driving knowledge test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. It is the abbreviated term for the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test subjects in the motor vehicle driver's examination. The content of the road driving skills test varies depending on the type of vehicle being licensed. 2. Test Content: The road driving skills test for Subject 3 generally includes: vehicle preparation, simulated lighting test, starting, driving straight, gear shifting operations, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, crossing pedestrian crosswalks, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. The safety and civilized driving knowledge test generally includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, knowledge of safe driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.
When I scheduled my second attempt for Subject 3, I also encountered this issue—it usually requires payment. I remember failing the first test and scheduling a retake a few weeks later. The DMV app prompted me to pay a 200-yuan exam fee. In our area, the first exam fee includes one free retake opportunity, but the second or subsequent attempts are considered new exams and require full payment again. This is quite common—my friend took the test three times, spending between 150 to 250 yuan each time, depending on the city. I recommend checking local regulations early, as policies vary significantly by region. For example, second-tier cities may charge less, while first-tier cities are more expensive. Practicing more under realistic road conditions can help reduce nervousness and avoid failures, saving money in the long run. After all, while individual fees in the driving test process aren’t huge, they add up annoyingly. Rest well a few days before the exam to ensure passing in one go—that’s the most cost-effective approach.
