Can I transfer my driver's license immediately after obtaining it?
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No. You can only apply for a driver's license transfer after completing the probationary period. Below are the detailed requirements for driver's license transfer: 1. Processing location: The local vehicle management office in the area you wish to transfer to. 2. Required materials: ID card, photocopy of ID card, driver's license, photo, and RMB. 3. Procedures: Go to the vehicle management office, obtain the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form", fill it out, and submit it. 4. Processing time: It should not exceed 3 working days as stipulated, and generally, it can be done on the spot. 5. The driver's license must have been issued for at least one year before it can be transferred; if transferring to a non-registered residence area, a temporary residence permit from the destination area is also required. 6. For Class A and B driver's licenses, transfer is only allowed with the registered residence; the driver's license to be transferred must not have any outstanding violation records.
Right after I got my driver's license, I was also curious about transferring it back to my hometown. When I asked at the vehicle management office, they said new licenses can be transferred anytime as long as you meet the requirements of the destination. I had just started my probation period back then, and the staff reminded me that after the transfer, I still had to complete the one-year probation, like not being allowed to drive alone on highways, but daily driving wasn’t a big issue. The process went smoothly: bring the original ID card, driver's license, a few one-inch photos, fill out an application form, and wait about ten days to get the new license. The key is to check local policies in advance to avoid any hiccups with the procedures that might affect travel. As a new driver, I think it’s better to transfer the license early to save the hassle of running around later when moving.
