Can someone else handle the driver's license renewal for me?
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Driver's license renewal can be handled by someone else. The process and required documents are as follows: 1. Prepare two 1-inch photos and a medical certificate, with one photo attached to the top right corner of the medical form and the other kept for the new license. 2. Bring your ID card and driver's license to the service hall, fill out the "Renewal Application Form," then submit the documents, medical certificate, and application form to the staff, pay a 10-yuan fee, and wait for the new license to be issued. 3. Before renewal, check if there are any unresolved traffic violations. If so, they must be handled first; otherwise, renewal will not be processed. 4. Renewal can be done up to 90 days in advance. Plan your time wisely to avoid expiration. If your license expires and you are caught by traffic police, you will be fined 50 yuan without any points deducted. 5. It is best to take the renewal photos and medical certificate directly at the police station's service hall, where the fee is 10 yuan for both. Otherwise, there is a risk of disqualification, requiring retakes and delaying the process. Renewal is usually completed on-site, but in some large cities, it may take a few days, though it must be completed within 15 days, after which you will be notified to collect your new driver's license.
I recently renewed my driver's license and was thinking about it. I wanted to find someone to handle it for me since I'm busy with work and didn't want to take time off—making a special trip to the DMV is too much hassle. After asking around with friends and experienced mechanics, I learned that most places require the person to appear in person, mainly to take a photo for identity verification and to check physical conditions like vision and hearing to prevent impersonation or falsified information. I once tried to have someone else handle it for me, but the DMV staff directly refused, saying it's against the rules to delegate it casually. However, in special cases like being out of town or having mobility issues, it might be possible to have a direct relative or an authorized agent handle it—provided you notarize a power of attorney in advance and upload it to the official platform for record-keeping. The renewal process itself is quite simple: bring your old license, ID card, and a few copies of your medical exam reports, and make an appointment in advance to save time waiting in line—it usually takes about half an hour. There are risks with delegation, too. If the documents are incomplete or the agent drags their feet, driving with an expired license could lead to trouble if caught. I’d still recommend making the trip yourself when you have time—it’s more reliable and worry-free, at least ensuring you’re driving legally and compliantly.
