Can I replace the driver's license cover with one I purchased myself?

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StAugust
07/24/25 2:30pm
You can replace it yourself. If your driver's license needs to be renewed due to expiration, you can get it replaced directly at the vehicle management office. Below is relevant information: Introduction to Driver's License: The full name of a driver's license is a motor vehicle driving license, also known as a driver's permit. It is a certificate required by law for individuals who operate motor vehicles. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills, and lacking these skills may lead to traffic accidents. A driver's license serves as a permit. Definition of Driver's License: A motor vehicle driver's license refers to a legal document issued by the administrative authorities after a person who is legally allowed to learn to drive a motor vehicle has studied, mastered traffic regulations and driving skills, and passed the relevant examinations. It permits the holder to drive a specific type of motor vehicle.
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McKaleb
08/11/25 8:18am
I'm often asked if you can replace the driver's license cover with one you bought yourself, and the answer is absolutely yes. After driving for several years and my original license cover wore out, I bought a new synthetic leather cover online. Installation was simple: just take out the license and slip it in - the whole process takes less than a minute. The new cover is more wear-resistant than the original, plus it's waterproof and stain-proof, protecting the license from bending or getting dirty. When purchasing, pay attention to size compatibility - don't get one too large that lets the license slip out, nor too tight making insertion/removal difficult. Personally, I think changing it multiple times doesn't matter, as long as it doesn't obscure the license number or photo information, which would violate regulations. Here's a tip: regular cleaning extends the cover's lifespan, and if you drive frequently requiring regular license checks, replacing the cover every two years works well.
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