Can I replace my driver's license photo during the Subject 3 test?
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You can replace your driver's license photo during the Subject 3 test. The photo for the driver's license is stored in the file, and you need to find the place where the file is submitted to replace it. If it is not convenient to replace it, you can also reapply for a replacement after obtaining the driver's license. However, you cannot change the photo yourself, otherwise the driver's license will be considered a fake. Here is some additional information: 1. Method for replacing a lost driver's license: According to Article 54 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" (Order No. 123 of the Ministry of Public Security), if a motor vehicle driver's license is lost, the motor vehicle driver shall apply for a replacement to the vehicle management office of the place where the driver's license was issued. When applying, you should fill out an application form and submit relevant certificates and vouchers. 2. Fill out the relevant application form: Citizens who need to replace a lost driver's license should bring relevant certificates to the vehicle management office and fill out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" and the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Replacement Application Form". After paying the relevant fees for the replacement, you can receive a new version of the driver's license.
When I was getting my driver's license, I also thought about the photo issue. There's no time to change photos during the on-road test (Subject 3) because the focus is on driving skills, and the examiner won't care about your photo. However, after passing Subject 4 and before getting the license made, you can take a new photo to the DMV window to apply for a replacement. Remember to bring your ID card and a compliant white-background photo, and pay a small fee of 20-30 yuan. It's advisable to check the specific requirements with your local DMV in advance—some places require in-person application while others allow online photo submission. Most importantly, don't use overly retouched photos, or they might get rejected, causing unnecessary back-and-forth trips. Preparing a compliant photo early saves the most hassle.
