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Preliminary Training for Personnel Newly Passed the Civil Service Examinations

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will be staying in Taiwan from 30 to 365 days, so it is no longer
valid after a year.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: Please wait a moment.

I’m going to check the list of regions and related regulations.

Please do not hang up.......

A few seconds later……

C: Thank you for your patience.

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.

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