The Transport Department (TD) today (October 27) reminded candidates and those interested in sitting the Taxi Written Test that the Test has been further enhanced, and will be applicable from November 3, encouraging newcomers to join the taxi industry.

     The new Written Test (for fresh candidates or repeaters) comprises Part A "Taxi Operation" and Part B "Road Users' Code". Part A "Taxi Operation" will include new questions relating to the series of new measures introduced for enhancing taxi service quality (e.g. taxi fleet regime and the Taxi-Driver-Offence Points system). The questions on prominent locations and route identification have been substantially reduced and simplified in consideration of the development of navigation technology. Part B "Road Users' Code" will include knowledge on road traffic regulations and safe driving. The Written Test is conducted in the form of multiple-choice questions, and the total number of questions has been adjusted from 90 to 75, while the passing criteria and time allowed for each part remain unchanged. To score an overall pass result, a candidate must meet the passing criteria in both Parts A and B.

     A spokesman for the TD said, "The further enhanced Taxi Written Test will better align with the practical needs of the taxi trade while maintaining the level of assessment, ensuring that taxi drivers possess the necessary professional knowledge and qualities. We hope that more newcomers will be attracted to join the taxi industry to foster the healthy development of the taxi trade in the long run. Furthermore, following the passage of the bill on ride-hailing service, taxi driving licence holders can apply for a ride-hailing vehicle driving permit in future without having to sit an additional test."

     The TD has issued letters to the taxi trade introducing the scope of the new Written Test, and distributed the updated Guide to Taxi Written Test and Taxi Operation Booklet to candidates concerned. Candidates can refer to the TD's website and book a Taxi Written Test online via GovHK.

Ends/Monday, October 27, 2025
Issued at HKT 10:00

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