How Many Days Does It Take to Replace a Driver's License?
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Replacing a driver's license generally takes one day to complete and obtain the new license. According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses,' vehicle management offices that meet the requirements should reissue the motor vehicle driver's license within one day. Materials required for replacing a driver's license: the driver's original ID card and a copy, one one-inch color photo with a white background (hair in the photo must not cover the eyebrows and ears), and if the license is damaged and needs replacement, only the original motor vehicle driver's license is required. If the license is lost, a written statement declaring the loss must be filled out. Precautions for replacing a driver's license: After the replacement process is successfully completed, the original license cannot be used to drive a motor vehicle until the new license is received. If the replacement process is accepted but the new license is not issued on the same day due to time constraints, driving during this 'gap period' before receiving the new license is prohibited and will be considered as driving without a license. After obtaining the new license, the original motor vehicle driver's license becomes invalid. If the original license was lost and a new one was issued, even if the original is later found, it is still considered invalid, and the new license should be used as the valid document.
I remember losing my driver's license last month and promptly went to the DMV for a replacement. The whole process was quite fast—just bring your ID card and a one-inch white background photo. After queuing up and filling out a form, the staff said it usually takes within 24 hours, and I got my new license the next day. When applying for a replacement, make sure you have all the required materials, don't forget the photo, and pay a small processing fee. If you don’t have a photo, there’s an on-site photo service, but you’ll have to wait a bit. A reminder to everyone: if you lose your license, act immediately—don’t delay and drive without it, or you might get penalized by traffic police with points deducted and fines. It’s a good idea to keep a backup photo of your license on your phone for emergencies to prove your identity. Overall, with the right materials, it’ll take just a day or two—no need to worry too much.
As a car enthusiast, I'm quite familiar with driver's license replacement. It usually takes one or two days to process, depending on the application method. If you apply online via the Traffic Management 12123 APP, upload photos of your ID and driver's license, pay a fee of about ten yuan, the system may process it the same day, with the mailed license arriving in three days. Visiting the vehicle management office in person is faster - with all documents ready, you can get a temporary license in half an hour, and the official one the next day. However, don't overlook potential delays, such as incorrect photo formats or long queues, which might prolong the process. I recommend handling lost licenses immediately to avoid travel inconveniences; the APP operation is very user-friendly and suits modern lifestyles.
