Process for converting a Malaysian driver's license back to a Chinese driver's license.
FAQ
1.Can a Chinese driving license be exchanged for a Chinese driving license upon returning to China?
Yes. According to the regulations of the Ministry of Public Security of China, Chinese citizens (including overseas Chinese) holding a valid Malaysian driving license can apply to exchange it for a Chinese driving license upon returning to China. Note that the Malaysian license must be a full license (not a P license or provisional license), and the applicant must meet the physical requirements for a Chinese driving license.
2.What is needed to exchange for a Chinese driving license upon returning to China?
You need to prepare: 1) Original Malaysian driving license and a translated copy (translated into Chinese by a qualified translation agency); 2) Original and photocopy of passport; 3) Original and photocopy of Chinese ID card; 4) Entry-exit records (proving residence in Malaysia for at least 3 months); 5) Medical examination certificate (issued by a county-level or above hospital); 6) One-inch color photos with a white background. All materials must be submitted to the vehicle management office at your place of household registration or residence.
3.How much does it cost to exchange for a Chinese driving license upon returning to China?
Costs vary by region, generally including: 1) License translation fee of about 50-150 RMB; 2) Medical examination fee of about 20-50 RMB; 3) Exam fee (Subject 1 theory test) of about 80-100 RMB; 4) Administrative fee of about 10 RMB. The total is usually between 200-400 RMB, subject to the local vehicle management office's published rates.
4.How long must one stay in Malaysia to exchange for a Chinese driving license upon returning to China?
According to Chinese regulations, applicants must have continuously resided in Malaysia for at least 3 months (based on passport entry-exit records) to exchange a Malaysian driving license for a Chinese one. If the residence period is less than 3 months, you must take all Chinese driving license exams (Subjects 1 to 4) and cannot directly exchange the license.