Can a driver's license be renewed and inspected in a different location?
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Yes, a driver's license can be renewed and inspected in a different location. According to regulations: The motor vehicle driver should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office of the driver's license issuing location or elsewhere 90 days before the expiration of the motor vehicle driver's license. Motor vehicle drivers can participate in the inspection and submit physical condition certificates at the driver's license issuing location or elsewhere. The following is the relevant content introduction: 1. Materials for driver's license annual inspection: driver's license, vehicle license, road maintenance fee certificate, original compulsory traffic insurance policy (one copy must be submitted to the vehicle management office), and if it is a unit license, the original and copy of the organization code certificate must also be brought. 2. Materials for driver's license renewal: Identity proof of the motor vehicle driver; motor vehicle driver's license; physical condition certificate issued by a county-level or above medical institution or a military regiment-level or above medical institution. For applying for a special small automatic passenger car for the disabled, a physical condition certificate issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority must be submitted; a recent one-inch bareheaded white background color photo of the motor vehicle driver.
A few days ago, my driver's license expired while I was on a business trip in another city. I asked the local vehicle management office and was told that I could renew my license there, which was super convenient. All I needed was to bring my ID card, a medical examination certificate from a nearby hospital, and a one-inch white background photo. No need to worry about the hassle of traveling back and forth. I also used the Traffic Management 12123 App to make an appointment and uploaded the required materials directly, saving both time and effort. I recommend handling this at least one month in advance to avoid sudden expiration affecting your driving. Remember to get your medical examination at a designated location and ensure your photo doesn’t have glare or hats—these small details make the process smoother. The cross-region service is really thoughtful, and all car owners should give it a try.
As an experienced driver, I've renewed my driver's license several times, and it's no problem to do it in a different location. Just prepare your ID card, medical examination report, and photos, and you can get it done in one go at the local vehicle management office where you temporarily reside. The process is simple, but you must ensure the medical examination is within the validity period and the photos meet the standards. I recommend checking the local requirements in advance on the APP, as some places may require additional proof of residence. Do it early to avoid the risk of fines or penalties for expiration. Ensure safe travel and don't wait until there's a problem on the road to regret it. This policy simplifies life, and I fully agree with it.
