Can I Use the Traffic Management 12123 App If I Forget My Driver's License?
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In some cities, you can use the 12123 app if you forget your driver's license. Additional information: City pilot programs: Although the 12123 electronic driver's license can be used for road law enforcement checks, purchasing insurance, car rentals, and other social application scenarios, it has not yet been implemented nationwide and is only being piloted in certain cities. Therefore, in places where electronic driver's licenses are not yet implemented, the 12123 app cannot temporarily replace a forgotten driver's license. Cities where electronic driver's licenses are available: Currently, the 12123 electronic driver's license is only being piloted in 28 cities, including Chengdu, Suzhou, Jiaxing, Nanchang, Jinan, Qingdao, Changsha, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanning, Chongqing, Mianyang, Zigong, Nanchong, Guiyang, Xi'an, Yinchuan, Kunming, and others.
Last week when I drove to work, I only realized I'd forgotten my physical driver's license after leaving the parking lot, which made me nervous. I immediately took out my phone and opened the Traffic Management 12123 app to access my electronic driver's license page. The QR code and my license information were clearly displayed. When stopped by traffic police for a routine check, I handed them my phone. After scanning the code and verifying, the officer nodded and just reminded me to remember to bring it next time. This e-license works well in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, carrying the same validity as the physical copy. The app also allows real-time checking of violation records and handling fines, saving trips to the DMV. I regularly use it to study traffic rules, with convenient updates. Of course, it might not be recognized in small towns or remote areas with poor signals, so I've developed the habit of keeping my physical license in the glove compartment as backup. This app is truly a lifesaver for modern drivers, but complete reliance isn't advisable – combining both digital and physical versions ensures foolproof compliance.
