A necessary item for various drivers license procedures for
One of the necessary items for foreign citizens for drivers license procedures was changed to a copy of their residence certificate, which used to be their alien registration certificate, due to abolishment of the Alien Registration Act.
Amendments are as follows.
| Procedure | Until July 6, 2012 | After July 9, 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| For taking a test | Alien Registration Certificate |
A copy of residence certificate containing nationality (When a procedure is to apply for a certificate of driving history, nationality is not necessary.) |
| For application after expiration (Special new application) | Alien Registration Certificate |
A copy of residence certificate containing nationality (When a procedure is to apply for a certificate of driving history, nationality is not necessary.) |
| Changing the entries | Alien Registration Certificate |
A copy of residence certificate containing nationality (When a procedure is to apply for a certificate of driving history, nationality is not necessary.) |
| Changing from foreign drivers license to domestic drivers license | Alien Registration Certificate |
A copy of residence certificate containing nationality (When a procedure is to apply for a certificate of driving history, nationality is not necessary.) |
Points of amendments (Q&A)
Q1 When I applied for a test, I presented my alien registration certificate on July 6, 2012. I took the test but I failed. When I apply again after July 9, 2012, do I need to bring a copy of my residence certificate containing my nationality?
A1
Yes, you do. You have to bring a copy of your residence certificate containing your nationality.
Every time you apply, you have to submit an application (with documents).
Q2 When I changed my foreign drivers license to a domestic one, I presented my alien registration certificate on July 6, 2012. I passed the test for driving knowledge on July 6 but if I have to take a test for driving technique after July 9, 2012, do I have to submit a copy of my residence certificate with my nationality?
A2
No, you don't. You don't have to submit a copy containing your nationality.
If you don't pass the test for driving technique and have to apply again after July 9, you need a copy of your residence certificate with your nationality.
Q3 I've heard that an alien registration certificate is deemed as a substitute of a residence card until a card is issued. If so, can't I use my alien registration certificate to apply for a drivers license?
A3
No, you can't.
It is only a transitional measure specified by the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act to deem an alien registration certificate as a residence card. As for procedures for drivers license, an alien registration certificate is not substitutable.