Must I arrive at 9 AM for the driving test (Subject 2) scheduled from 9 AM to 11 AM?
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It's best to arrive early. If you haven't received your exam sequence number yet, you can still take the test as long as it's within the scheduled exam time for the day. However, if you've already received your exam sequence number and miss the test due to being late, you won't be able to take it and will have to reschedule. In the scoring criteria for Subject 2, item code 10124 clearly states that candidates who fail to attend the exam at the scheduled time will be deducted 100 points, and the exam will be marked as failed. Below are some important notes for the Subject 2 test: 1. Fasten your seatbelt: Always buckle up immediately after getting in the car. Make sure not to fasten it incorrectly or to the passenger seat, as the system will automatically fail you. Do not unfasten your seatbelt during the entire test. 2. Adjust seating and mirrors: After getting in, adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten your seatbelt, turn on the left turn signal, shift into first gear, and release the handbrake. All six steps are essential. Ensure all preparations are complete before starting. 3. No stopping during the test: There's no time limit for reversing into the parking space, but you must not stop during the process. If the wheels remain stationary for 3 seconds, the system will consider it an intermediate stop. Therefore, controlling your speed is crucial. 4. Hill start time limit is 30 seconds: You have 30 seconds to start on a slope. The system will give a verbal reminder every 10 seconds, and exceeding 30 seconds will result in an automatic fail.
Regarding whether you must arrive exactly at 9:00 AM for the driving test (subject two) scheduled between 9:00 and 11:00, based on my personal experience obtaining a driver's license: The time window indicates that the test will be conducted during that period, and you are not required to arrive precisely at 9:00 AM. However, in reality, the place is extremely crowded, and the waiting time can be very long. I recommend arriving at the venue half an hour or 45 minutes early to check in—for example, lining up at the gate by 8:30 AM to fill out forms, verify your identity, and familiarize yourself with the vehicle. If you arrive exactly at 9:00 AM, you might hit the peak period and end up waiting in line for two hours, finishing the test on an empty stomach. If you're late, the examiner may directly disqualify you and require you to reschedule—a friend of mine encountered this situation and deeply regretted it. In short, arriving early ensures you avoid mishaps, and traffic conditions on the way are also a variable to consider.
