For Foreign Visitors Driving in China

Apply for a Temporary Driving Permit in China

  • Reply within 24 hours
  • Translation guidance available
  • City-based application support
  • English communication available
Check My Eligibility

Check if this service fits your trip

This page is designed for foreign visitors who want a clearer and simpler way to prepare for driving legally in China.

This service is for

  • Foreign visitors who want to drive in China
  • Travelers planning to rent a car during their trip
  • People who want help with document review, translation, and application guidance
  • Applicants who already hold a valid foreign driver’s license

This may not be suitable if

  • You do not have a valid foreign driver’s license
  • You need a long-term Chinese driver’s license instead of a temporary permit
  • Your travel date is too close and there may not be enough time to prepare
  • Your documents may not meet local application requirements

Requirements may vary by city, and final approval depends on the local processing authority and the applicant’s documents.

Tell us about your plan

Share your preferred city, travel timing, and contact details. We will review your request and get back to you through your preferred contact method.

Submitting this form does not commit you to payment. We first review your request and confirm the next steps with you.

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Step 1 — Submit Your Request (1 minute)

Fill out the form with your preferred city, driving timing, and service needs.

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Step 2 — We Contact You Within 24 Hours

Our team reviews your request and contacts you through your preferred contact method.

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Step 3 — Get Application Support

We help arrange the process and provide support. If eligible, the application can often be completed in about one week.

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are designed to help you understand the process, timing, and what to expect before moving forward.

Who can apply for a temporary driving permit in China?

Foreign visitors with a valid overseas driver’s license may be eligible to apply. Exact requirements can vary depending on the city and local authority. We can help review your situation before you proceed.

Requirements vary by city, but applicants usually need a valid passport, visa or entry record, an overseas driver’s license, and supporting documents for translation or application review. After you submit the form, we can explain what is commonly required for your case.

Timing depends on the city, appointment availability, and how ready your documents are. In some cases, translation can be completed in about 2 days, and the earliest appointment may be available in about 3 days. Actual timelines may vary.

Possibly, but timing can be tight. It depends on your travel schedule, document readiness, and local appointment availability. The earlier you contact us, the better we can assess whether your case is still feasible.

Yes. City-level requirements, appointment availability, and processing details may differ. That is why we ask for your preferred application city in the form.

Yes. We can help guide the translation part of the process and explain what may be needed for your application. The exact scope depends on your chosen service and local requirements.

We will contact you through the method you choose in the form, such as email or WhatsApp. We usually reply within 24 hours.

No. We help review eligibility and prepare the required documents, but final approval depends on the local processing authority and the applicant’s documents.

It is best to contact us as early as possible, especially if you may need translation or appointment support. Reaching out one to two weeks before your planned driving date is usually safer.

Yes. If you also need help with car rental planning, you can mention it in the additional details field. We can then let you know what support may be available based on your city and travel plan.

Still unsure about your case? Submit your request and we will review the next steps with you.