What to Do If ID Card Expires Before Subject 4 Test?
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You can apply for a temporary ID card, which is usually issued on the same day. Here is additional information: 1. Temporary ID Card: The Temporary Resident Identity Card of the People's Republic of China is an identity document that mainland Chinese citizens can apply for during the "application, renewal, or replacement of a resident identity card" period. It is valid for three months from the date of issuance and is uniformly issued and managed by the county-level public security authorities. 2. Effects of an Expired ID Card: (1) It affects citizens' ability to conduct savings and other banking services, as well as purchasing property, insurance, and applying for passports. (2) When purchasing air tickets, passengers need to use their valid ID card to buy tickets and board the plane. If the ID card is expired, they will not be able to purchase tickets or board normally. (3) For purchasing train tickets, according to relevant regulations, passengers must hold a valid personal ID to buy tickets and enter the waiting hall. (4) When staying at hotels, if the ID card is expired, the guest's information cannot be verified, and the hotel will not provide accommodation.
That day when I went to take the Subject 4 driving test, I was shocked to find my ID card had expired. I hurried to the nearby police station to apply for a temporary ID—just needed my household register and a photo, and the process went smoothly. After a short wait, I got it. The test center staff checked the temporary ID and allowed me to take the exam—luckily, it didn’t cause any delay. Since then, I’ve learned my lesson and now check my documents a month before any exam. A temporary ID has a short validity but is enough for the test. I advise everyone not to make the same mistake I did, as last-minute issues can affect performance under exam stress. Regularly checking document expiration dates is a key habit to avoid frantic last-minute rushes.
