Can I use an electronic driver's license if I don't have my physical driver's license with me?
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Not necessarily. The Ministry of Public Security will implement the electronic driver's license nationwide in 2022 following the principle of 'pilot first, gradual expansion'. Usage scope of electronic driver's license: During law enforcement inspections, when a driver presents an electronic driver's license, traffic police departments will no longer check the physical driver's license and will verify the license information online through law enforcement terminals. For traffic management services, driving trips, vehicle rentals, etc., traffic police departments and related industries can verify electronic driver's licenses online. When handling traffic management services, drivers can present electronic driver's licenses for vehicle and license management, traffic violation processing, accident handling, etc., without submitting physical driver's licenses. However, in cases where the driver's license needs to be confiscated, the physical driver's license must still be presented. For insurance claims, vehicle rentals, and professional recruitment, drivers can present electronic driver's licenses, and relevant units can verify driving qualifications online. Restrictions on applying for electronic driver's licenses: Individuals whose driver's licenses have been confiscated, suspended, revoked, or whose driving permits have been revoked cannot obtain electronic driver's licenses. Additionally, individuals whose current scoring cycle has reached 12 points are also ineligible for electronic driver's licenses.