Can the six-year driver's license renewal be processed in another city?
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Driver's license renewal after six years can be processed in another city through the Traffic Management 12123 APP or at the "Police-Medical-Post" service points in postal business halls. Renewal via the "Traffic Management 12123" APP: Download the "Traffic Management 12123" APP, then select Service Center -- Expired License Renewal Service -- Fill in the required information. The new license is usually delivered by mail. Visit a "Police-Medical-Post" service point at a postal business hall to process the renewal. The entire process, from registration and medical examination to the production of the new license, takes only about half an hour. Currently, this service is available in only a few cities, such as Hangzhou. Renewal and inspection must meet the following conditions: Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses must have no demerit points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other types of driver's licenses must have fewer than 12 demerit points in the current scoring cycle. Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses who have demerit points in a scoring cycle, as well as holders of other types of driver's licenses involved in traffic accidents resulting in death with equal or greater responsibility without having their driver's license revoked, must have completed the required inspection education. The applicant must have no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents. The applicant's physical condition must meet the driving license requirements. The driver's license must not be seized, detained, suspended, revoked, canceled, or rescinded by law.
As a business owner who frequently travels, when my six-year driver's license was about to expire while I was working in another city, I renewed it online through the Traffic Management 12123 app. I uploaded my ID card, photo, and recent medical certificate, selected a new address for delivery, and after two or three days of review, the new license was sent directly to my doorstep. The entire process didn’t require a trip back to my hometown’s DMV, which was incredibly convenient. The medical certificate could be obtained in advance at a local hospital or quickly handled at an app-scheduled partner facility to avoid long queues. The app also has a progress tracking feature, allowing me to check the status anytime, so I didn’t have to worry about missing anything. It saved time, effort, and money, making it perfect for someone with a highly mobile lifestyle like me. If minor issues arose, like incorrect photo dimensions, the app would prompt corrections, and customer service calls could help resolve them—overall, a smooth and stress-free experience.
Having driven for years, I've gone through the driver's license renewal process multiple times. Renewing an expired six-year license in another city is completely fine - I recommend using the Traffic Management 12123 app or visiting the local DMV counter. The app process is straightforward: log in, upload documents for review, and the new license gets mailed to your city address. For in-person renewal, bring your old license, ID card, and medical report, then fill forms and queue for about an hour. Just remember to check your license status first - clear any demerit points or violations beforehand. My last out-of-town renewal went smoothly, but I suggest weekday mornings to avoid crowds. The key is handling it early before expiration to avoid driving disruptions. These services are designed precisely for people working/living away from home.
