: If you do not have a license, you must enroll in a certified driving school and pass four separate exams: two theory tests, a skills course, and a road test. Risks of Illegal Purchase ("Buying" a License)

If you are a foreigner or a resident looking to obtain a license legally, the process is straightforward but regulated. Legal Ways to Obtain a Chinese Driver's License

: For short-term visitors or tourists, some major cities offer a provisional license valid for up to three months. This typically does not require a written test but does require a brief orientation video and document verification.

: You must have a valid residence permit (with at least 3 months remaining), your passport, and a notarized translation of your original license.

: You can download apps like Drive in China to practice the 1,000+ potential questions in English.

: If you already hold a valid driver's license from your home country, you usually only need to pass the written theory exam .