Scenic Duku Highway winding through Xinjiang alpine mountain peaks and valleys
PRC MPS Order No. 172 · Official Foreign Licensing

90 Points Unlocks
180,000 Kilometers of Chinese Expressways

Mainland China does not recognize the International Driving Permit (IDP). Master all 2,545 official bilingual questions, conquer confusing traffic traps, or claim your 15-minute airport permit without testing.

2,545 Questions•Pass 90/100•100% Free Practice
Background: Xinjiang Duku Highway · National Highway G217
PRC Subject 1 Official BankLive 2026

MPS Foreign Driver Licensing Verification Terminal

Expressway Safe DistanceQuestion 1 of 3

When driving on an expressway at a speed exceeding 100 km/h, what is the statutory minimum following distance to the vehicle ahead?

Select an answer to test instant verification
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Choose Your Entry Pathway

Whether you are on a short vacation or long-term employment, China has established distinct legal lanes under Decree 172.

Tourist Route · Under 90 DaysFor tourists, visiting business & family
Zero Written Test

15-Minute Airport Temporary Driving Permit

Landing in Beijing Capital (PEK/PKX), Shanghai (PVG/SHA), Chengdu (TFU), or Sanya (SYX)? Visit the airport traffic police desk to claim your 3-month temporary driving permit on the spot.

Valid for up to 3 months (matches your visa entry stay)
Zero physical exams or medical checks required
View Airport Counter Locations & Checklist
Residency Route · 6-Year Official LicenseFor work visa holders, students & residents
Subject 1 Only

Convert to Official Chinese Driver’s License

Holders of a Chinese residence permit can convert their foreign home license to an official 6-year C1/C2 license by passing only the Subject 1 theory exam. Practical road tests are 100% waived.

100 questions · 45 minutes · 90 points required to pass
Full bilateral waiver for France, Belgium, UAE, and Serbia
Step-by-Step Foreign License Conversion Guide
Interactive Curriculum

The Official China Road Code Units

Overall Readiness: 0% (0 / 2,545 Mastered)
01

Priority & Intersections (Giving Way)

480 Questions

Roundabout priority rules, yielding to oncoming right-hand traffic, maneuvering within Left-Turn Waiting Areas (左转弯待转区), and yellow grid box compliance.

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02

National Road Signs & Pavement Markings

620 Questions

Red circular prohibition discs, yellow hazard warning triangles, blue directive plaques, expressway overhead numbering, and tidal lane symbols. Browse the visual Chinese Road Signs Directory.

03

Speed Limits & Section Radar Traps

410 Questions

Urban artery speed limits (30km/h without centerline, 50km/h with one line), expressway 120km/h rules, and automated interval speed radar cameras (区间测速).

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04

Demerit Point Ledger & Legal Penalties

1,035 Questions

The 12-point annual deduction cycle, immediate 12-point instant license revocations (DUI, reversing on expressways), 6-point and 3-point penalty thresholds.

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Targeted Exam Drills

Targeted Sprint Islands

Over 68% of international candidates fail on their first attempt due to specialized translated terms and counter-intuitive right-of-way customs. Master these two modules before test day.

Pass Threshold: 90 / 100
Sprint Module 0142 Terms to Master

Tough Words Tester

Official exam translations use rigid administrative grammar. Master the non-standard English definitions used directly by vehicle bureau examiners.

Left-Turn Waiting AreaAdvance into intersection on straight green light
左转弯待转区
Tidal LaneReversible traffic direction governed by overhead light
潮汐车道
Demerit Scoring Cycle12 months from license issuance date, not calendar year
记分周期
Drill 42 Tough Terms
Sprint Module 02High-Risk Traps

Tricky Questions Test

The top catastrophic trap questions from the official bank with candidate failure rates exceeding 60%.

Right Turn on Circular RedPermitted if pedestrians & oncoming traffic are unhindered
64% Fail Rate
Zebra Crossing Camera YieldMust come to a complete halt if pedestrian touches crosswalk
69% Fail Rate
Expressway Emergency ShoulderWarning triangle placed at 150m (not 50-100m on ordinary roads)
62% Fail Rate
Practice 50 High-Risk Traps
The 180,000 km Reward

Pass the 90-Point Barrier. The World’s Greatest Expressways Await.

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Sichuan-Tibet Highway G318 snow mountains
G318 Sichuan-Tibet

Western Sichuan G318

Traverse 14 high-altitude snow passes up to 4,298m along the glacial valleys of the Hengduan Mountains.

Elevation: 4,298 meters
Condition: Asphalt expressway corridor
Xinjiang Duku Highway G217 canyon
G217 Duku Highway

Xinjiang Duku Highway G217

Open only 4 months a year. Connects northern and southern Xinjiang across 3,400m snow walls and red canyons.

Elevation: 3,400 meters
Rule: Strictly 7-seat vehicles or fewer
Hainan Island Coastal Ring Road marine viaduct
Hainan Ring Expressway

Hainan Island Ring Road

988 km of tropical marine viaducts and coconut palm coastlines. Completely 100% toll-free highway driving.

Toll Fee: 0 RMB (Toll-Free)
EV Chargers: Every 50 km on route
Zero Theory Test Pathway

15-Minute Airport Temporary Permit Counters

Visiting China for under 90 days? Walk straight into these airport police counters on arrival with your foreign license. No exams required.

PEK

Beijing Capital International Airport

Terminal 3, Level 2 Arrival Hall · Exit B Counter 14 · Daily 08:30–17:00

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PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Terminal 2 Transport Hub · Cheguansuo Integrated Counter 202 · Daily 09:00–18:00

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SYX

Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Hainan)

Domestic Arrival Gate 3 · Hainan Free Trade Port Vehicle Service Bay · Daily 08:30–20:00

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