What to Do If You Are Nearsighted When Taking the Driving Test?
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Nearsighted individuals can wear glasses. During the physical examination, you only need to use glasses that suit you. The same applies during the test. Below is relevant information: 1. Height: To apply for large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, large trucks, or trolleybuses, the height must be at least 155 cm. For medium-sized passenger vehicles, the height must be at least 150 cm. 2. Vision: For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, large trucks, trolleybuses, or trams, the naked or corrected vision of both eyes must reach at least 5.0 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart. For other vehicle types, the naked or corrected vision of both eyes must reach at least 4.9 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart. 3. Color Vision: No red-green color blindness. 4. Hearing: Both ears must be able to distinguish the direction of sound at 50 cm from a tuning fork. Those with hearing impairments who can meet the above conditions with hearing aids can apply for a driver's license for small cars or small automatic transmission vehicles. 5. Upper Limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact with normal movement. However, those with missing fingertip segments or a missing right thumb can apply for a license for small cars, small automatic transmission vehicles, low-speed trucks, or three-wheeled vehicles. 6. Lower Limbs: Both lower limbs must be intact with normal movement, and the length difference must not exceed 5 cm. Those missing a left lower limb or with impaired movement can apply for a license for small automatic transmission vehicles. Those missing a right lower limb or both lower limbs but can sit independently can apply for a license for small automatic transmission vehicles designed for disabled individuals.
When I was getting my driver's license, I was also nearsighted, and it was totally fine! Just remember to wear your usual glasses during the physical exam, as the staff will test your corrected vision. I specifically got a new pair of glasses back then because my old prescription wasn't strong enough. During driving practice, the instructor kept reminding me to keep the lenses clean—it would be troublesome if visibility was poor on rainy days. After getting the license, you need to be even more careful when driving. If the UV rays are strong during the day, you can get prescription sunglasses. At night, avoid blue-light-blocking glasses as they reduce contrast. It's advisable to get your latest vision checked at an optician before the test. For those with high myopia, choose lightweight frames for more comfort during long drives.
