Does the supplementary page of the driver's license need to be replaced when renewing?
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The supplementary page of the driver's license needs to be replaced. The supplementary page will be updated together when a new driver's license is issued, but the file number will not change. Materials required for renewing an expired driver's license: Prepare 2 one-inch photos and a medical examination certificate. One of the photos should be pasted in the upper right corner of the medical examination form, and the other should be kept for the new license. Bring your ID card and driver's license to the license processing hall, fill out the renewal application form, then submit the documents, medical examination certificate, and renewal application form to the staff, pay the processing fee, and wait to receive the new license. Before renewing, check if there are any unprocessed traffic violations. If there are, they must be dealt with first; otherwise, the renewal will not be processed. Arrange the renewal time reasonably to avoid expiration. If the license is not renewed after expiration and you are checked by traffic police, you will be fined but not penalized with points. It is best to have the photos and medical examination certificate prepared directly at the traffic police station's license processing hall. Otherwise, self-provided materials may be deemed unqualified, requiring re-taking photos and medical examinations, which will waste time. The renewal is usually completed on the spot, but in some large cities, it may take a few days, but no more than 15 days. The new license must be processed and then notified for collection.
I remember when I got my driver's license renewed for the first time, I was also concerned about the supplementary page. The supplementary page is actually part of the driver's license, used to record your driving history and inspection information. When renewing the license, the vehicle management office will issue a completely new license based on your information, with both the main card and supplementary page updated. Last time I went through the renewal process, the staff directly gave me a new license, and the supplementary page was also updated to the latest format, making things much easier. If the supplementary page isn't renewed, the old information might not comply with new regulations, and over time, it could lead to errors. I recommend checking the expiration date of your driver's license before renewal and preparing your ID card and photos in advance to avoid long queues and delays in driving. Paying attention to these small details can make your driving experience smoother and safer.
