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Practical English for Civil Servants - for Junior Civil Servants

C: This is because the International Driving Permit is for those who
will be staying in Taiwan from 30 to 365 days, so it is no longer
valid after a year.

M: I see.

I heard I can just exchange my U.S. license for a Taiwan license.

Is that true?

C: That depends on the state that issued your license.

We usually follow the reciprocal principles.

M: Oh. I have a Virginia license.

Is that OK?

C: Just a moment, please.

Let me check the list of regions and related regulations.

C: Yes, you can apply for a Taiwan driver’s license with a Virginia
license that you’ve held for at least six months. You won’t have

to take a road test.

You will have to pass a health exam and a written exam, though.

M: You’re kidding.

I can’t take a test in Chinese.

I’ll never pass it.

C: Don’t worry.

You can take the test in English.

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