What to Do If Your Driver's License Hasn't Been Held for Three Years and You Want to Drive for Didi?
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If the vehicle or driver does not meet the requirements, then it is not possible to join Didi. Below is the relevant introduction to joining Didi: 1. Conditions for joining Didi: Both the private car and the driver need to meet the requirements to drive for Didi. Didi stipulates that the car must be less than eight years old, and the ex-factory price must be above 70,000 yuan. Additionally, male drivers must be between 22 and 55 years old, while female drivers must be between 22 and 50 years old. Drivers are required to hold a C1 driver's license and have at least three years of driving experience. 2. Rating system: Didi also has a rating system. If a Didi driver's service attitude is poor, passengers can complain or give a bad rating, which allows Didi to reduce the number of orders assigned to that driver. Therefore, most Didi drivers maintain a good service attitude. During the use of Didi, if a driver engages in overcharging or the vehicle does not match the description, passengers can report the driver.
I've been driving for over a decade and have seen many newcomers who want to drive for Didi but don't meet the driving experience requirement. The most crucial point is that drivers with less than one year of driving experience cannot apply for a ride-hailing transport permit—this is a strict regulation by the Ministry of Transport. If you're just a few months short, I recommend registering with a carpooling platform like Didi first, as their requirements for driving experience are more lenient. In the meantime, familiarize yourself with common routes, such as popular areas like airports and train stations. You can also practice driving in complex road conditions by borrowing a friend's car—that's how I gained experience back in the day. Once you meet the requirement, immediately apply for the ride-hailing qualification certificate, and remember to prepare your vehicle insurance and annual inspection materials in advance. Don’t fall for agents who claim they can bypass the rules—last year, two people in our fleet were scammed out of over 30,000 yuan.
I just passed the Didi review last month as a new driver. There's really no way around the three-year driving experience requirement—the system will block you at the review stage. But you can start preparing for the ride-hailing driver's license exam now. The test requires studying and practicing questions, which is perfect for making use of the waiting period. I recommend using the Traffic Management 12123 app to check your driving record and ensure no major accidents in the past three years. Develop good driving habits in daily life, avoiding sudden brakes and sharp turns. Vehicle preparation is also crucial—I spent three months replacing all the old tires on my car and installing a dashcam. Didi reviewers pay special attention to vehicle safety equipment, so make sure the fire extinguisher is within its valid period. Once all these details are sorted, applying immediately when you hit the three-year mark will go smoothly.
