How Many Days Should Be Allowed for Changing a Driver's License?
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Changes to a driver's license should be reported to the vehicle management office at the place of issuance within thirty days after the information change. According to Article 60 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," motor vehicle drivers must apply for a replacement license at the place of issuance within thirty days under the following circumstances: (1) Changes in the motor vehicle driver's information recorded on the driver's license within the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office; (2) The driver's license is damaged and unreadable. Materials required for changing driver's license information include: 1. Original application form: Original "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Change Application Form." 2. Original identity proof: Original and copy of the motor vehicle driver's identity proof (non-local residents need a valid residence permit and its copy). 3. Driver's license: Original motor vehicle driver's license. 4. Household registration book: If the driver's name or "Resident ID Card" number changes, a household registration book and relevant proof issued by the local public security authority are also required. 5. Photos: Three recent front-facing, bareheaded, white-background color ID photos.
I've specifically studied the regulations on this matter, and it's crucial to promptly update driver's license information. For important changes like name or address, you must complete the modification procedures at the DMV within 30 days. I remember once when I moved and forgot to update my address - the traffic violation notice was sent to my old address and I missed it, resulting in late fees. The required documents are simple: original and photocopies of your ID card and driver's license, plus a white-background photo. It's best to make an appointment through the 12123 APP to avoid queues. If you exceed one month without updating, you could face fines ranging from 20 to 200 yuan when caught, and in serious cases, it might affect license renewal. Don't procrastinate - with all documents ready, just one trip to the DMV takes about half an hour and gives you peace of mind.
