Can I pick up my driver's license in person if I have already applied for mail delivery?
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You need to bring your ID card to the city's driver's license management office to collect your driver's license in person. Here is some relevant information about driver's licenses: 1. Introduction: The full name of a driver's license is a motor vehicle driver's license, which is a certificate required by law for motor vehicle drivers. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills. People who lack these skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive recklessly. Generally, people cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who have mastered safe driving skills, the document that permits them to drive on the road is called a "driver's license." This indicates that a driver's license is a "permit." 2. Examination Content: The test subjects include traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, and road driving (including safe and civilized driving). Before each subject test, you need to make an appointment (special circumstances can be scheduled through the green channel for driving tests), and the test will be conducted after the appointment.
I have applied for a driver's license multiple times. After opting for the mail delivery service, you generally cannot go to the DMV to pick it up in person. The system is designed so that once the application is submitted, the order automatically enters the mailing process, and the license is directly packaged and sent out. The DMV usually does not retain the original copy for personal pickup. If you want to switch to self-pickup midway, it's recommended to immediately call the DMV customer service or consult the staff on-site to see if the mailing order can be canceled. However, the success rate is not high, as the mail may have already been dispatched. I suggest everyone carefully consider their options before applying. While mailing is convenient and saves travel time, if the address is filled incorrectly or there is a delivery delay, you may have to wait several extra days, affecting your travel plans. Planning ahead can help avoid these headaches—for example, double-checking the address or simply choosing self-pickup for reliability, just in case.
Last time when I applied for my driver's license, I curiously chose mail delivery but later regretted it and wanted to pick it up myself. When I went to the DMV to ask, they said the order was locked and couldn't be changed - wasted time waiting in line for nothing. Had to obediently wait for the mail, which arrived smoothly three days later. This taught me a lesson: mailing is hassle-free but you lose control. If you really need to change, contact customer service immediately after submission, though chances are slim. When applying, think carefully about your schedule. If choosing mail delivery, ensure the address is accurate - don't be like my friend who filled it wrong and got delayed for a week. Self-pickup means extra legwork, but getting the license immediately upon payment feels more secure. Always have a Plan B ready for critical moments to avoid frustration.
