Can I apply for a driver's license without going in person?
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Driver's license application must be done in person, because if the applicant is not present, fingerprints cannot be recorded. Below are the specific details: Required documents: For first-time application of a motor vehicle driver's license, the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" should be filled out, and the following documents should be submitted: (1) The applicant's Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form. (2) A medical certificate issued by a county-level or above medical institution or a military medical institution at or above the regimental level, proving the applicant's physical condition. (3) For applying to add permitted driving vehicle types, in addition to filling out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" and submitting the above documents, the applicant should also submit their current motor vehicle driver's license.
Last year, I signed up for a driver's license test myself, and it was crucial that the entire process required my personal presence. When registering, the driving school needed to verify my original ID card, take photos for records, and conduct a physical examination, including vision and color blindness tests—all of which had to be done on-site to prevent identity fraud. If someone tried to register on behalf of another, like a family member or friend, the system would immediately reject it because facial recognition technology is now used to ensure authenticity. My friend once tried having his wife register for him, only to be scolded by the driving school and recorded in the system, nearly jeopardizing his exam eligibility. So, never think of cutting corners—you must personally visit the driving school to complete the procedures. While some steps, like payment and scheduling, can be pre-filled online, the core steps require personal participation, ensuring fairness and safety in the exam process. It’s best to prepare ID copies in advance and choose a weekday with fewer people to get things done faster.
