How long does it take to receive a driver's license by postal mail?
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For driver's license mailing, it takes 2 days within the same city and 3-5 days for inter-province delivery. Conditions for home delivery: According to legal regulations, after passing the final subject (Subject 4) of the driver's license examination, qualified applicants will have their license issued. Currently, applicants typically provide their address information, and the vehicle management office directly assists with home delivery, rather than distributing licenses to individual driving schools. There are three possible ways to receive the driver's license: 1. Receive it on-site after participating in the oath-taking ceremony or personally visit the examination center's service window after 2 working days. 2. Receive it by mail (2-3 working days for local delivery). 3. Receive it through the driving school (5-10 working days).
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I always opt for postal delivery when renewing my driver's license. Normally, local mail may arrive the same day or the next, but for something like sending from Shenzhen to a friend in Beijing, it usually takes three to five days. During peak holiday periods, like the Spring Festival, it can take up to a week. I recommend double-checking the address before processing your license and choosing registered mail service to track the package and avoid loss. If it's delayed, don't panic—just check the logistics info on the postal service's website or call them directly; most issues are resolved quickly. It's also good to have a backup courier option for emergencies.
