Osaka Kadoma License Conversion – Latest Update (Oct 1st, 2025) 🚗

Today was the first day under the new rules for driver’s license conversion in Osaka (Kadoma). I accompanied a student through the document review process, so here’s a quick update for anyone planning to convert their foreign license.

📝 Document Review Process (on-site today)

  1. Submit documents at Window 6
  2. Staff review
  3. Pay the fee 2500円
  4. Medical check (eyesight / color blindness)
  5. Choose your written exam date (💡 You can select a later date if you want more study time)

📖 Written Exam Notes

  • Bring the following on exam day:
    • Knowledge confirmation slip (知識確認受験票)
    • Foreign driver’s license
    • Passport
    • Residence card 在留カード

🌍Some Countries/Regions Exempt from Written or Driving Test ‼️

⚠️ Takeaway / Reminder
Don’t forget the next phone reservation date – no appointment, no entry.

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