Is there a time limit for taking the fourth test after passing the third test?
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There is no time limit for taking the fourth test after passing the third test: The fourth test is actually part of the third test, and there are no regulations restricting the scheduling time for the fourth test. Therefore, as long as you can schedule the fourth test after passing the third test, you can take it without any interval time restrictions. Below is an introduction to the fourth test: Fourth Test: The fourth test is also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, which is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. Test Subjects: The content of the fourth test is one part of the third test. The third test is divided into two parts: one is the road test, and the other is the safe and civilized driving test, which is the fourth test, mainly assessing driving ethics.
Right after I passed the road test (科目三), I was also concerned about the time limit. Later, I consulted the driving school and learned there's a clear regulation: The entire driver's license exam is valid for three years starting from the day you pass the written test (科目一). Within these three years, you must complete all remaining tests—科目二, 科目三, and 科目四. So if you've passed 科目三 but haven't taken 科目四 yet, it's totally fine as long as it's within the three-year period. I remember one student in my batch was too busy with work and delayed 科目四 until two years and ten months later—still got the license. But don’t be as careless as my friend who exceeded the deadline by just three days; the system automatically voided his results, forcing him to re-register and repay. My advice: Schedule 科目四 ASAP after passing 科目三. Test slots are plentiful now, usually available within 1-2 weeks.
Let me share my experience as someone who's been through it. After passing Subject 3, I asked my instructor about it. He said the validity period of the driving study certificate is crucial. Specifically, it's calculated from the date you pass Subject 1 - you must complete all tests within three full years. My cousin actually rushed through Subject 4 in the last two weeks before expiration. Honestly, Subject 4 is easier than Subject 3 if you practice enough - it's just those safety and civilization questions from a fixed question bank. Review your wrong answers for a few days and you'll likely pass. If work gets too busy, you can ask the driving school to keep your records, but never exceed the deadline! Even one day over will make the system invalidate all your results. My driving school even had a student who had to return to his hometown for work - he specifically took leave to fly back just to take Subject 4.
