How to get a driving license in Taiwan: scooter and car tests, written exam, road test, registration, and study tips.
In Taiwan, both scooter and car licenses require passing a written exam and a road test administered by regional supervision stations (監理站).
1. Scooter Licenses: Light and Heavy
You must be 18 to apply. Light scooters (under 50cc) only require the written exam; heavy scooters (over 50cc) need both written and road tests covering balance riding, railway crossings and pedestrian crossings.
2. Car License: Written and Road Tests
The process is: medical check → registration → written exam → road test. The road test covers reversing into a bay, parallel parking and S-curve driving at the supervision station course.
3. Written Exam Study Tips
Questions come from the official question bank published by the Highway Bureau. Use the MOTC Driving License app to drill the bank, review mistakes and take mock exams before test day.
4. Common Road Test Mistakes
Common faults include not using turn signals, hitting lane lines, stalling, and failing to check blind spots. The road test is recorded and scored live — be deliberate with every action.
5. FAQ
Q: What is the passing score? A: The written exam is out of 100; you need 85 to pass. You may retake after 7 days.
Q: Where do I get the medical check? A: At cooperating clinics or hospitals — bring your ID and photos.