How Long Does It Take to Receive the New License by Mail via Traffic Management 12123?
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It usually takes 3-5 days to receive the new driver's license by mail via Traffic Management 12123. In addition to applying for license renewal at the vehicle management office, you can also apply through the following methods: 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 generally delivered by mail. Visit the "Police-Medical-Post" service point at a postal business hall to complete the renewal process. The entire process, from registration and medical examination to the production of the new license, takes only half an hour. Currently, this service is only available in a few cities, such as Hangzhou. License renewal and inspection must meet the following conditions: Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium passenger vehicle, or large truck licenses must have no demerit points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other license types 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 licenses with demerit points in a scoring cycle, as well as holders of other license types involved in a traffic accident resulting in death with equal or greater responsibility without having their 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 The driver's license must not be seized, detained, temporarily suspended, revoked, canceled, or rescinded by law.
The mailing time for license renewal is generally around 3 to 7 business days. In the city, it took me 4 days to receive it, so location matters a lot. In small towns or remote areas, it might take over 7 days—once, my friend in a mountainous area waited 8 days. It's advisable to apply early via the APP, ensuring the address and phone number are accurate to avoid returns. During peak periods like holidays or year-end, courier delays are possible due to high volume, so try to avoid these times. The APP has a logistics tracking feature, allowing you to check progress in real time for peace of mind. The old license can still be used temporarily for a few days. When receiving the new one, verify the information is correct before signing to avoid wasting the courier's time.
