
Drivers should visit medical institutions within the city that support online transmission of physical examination data to undergo a driver's medical examination. The relevant data will be automatically transmitted to the system for record filing. Drivers may also submit the paper-based physical condition certificate issued by medical institutions at any vehicle office or station in the city.

When I renewed my driver's license during the pandemic, I used the deficiency tolerance processing method. The experience of later submitting the physical condition proof left a deep impression on me. I remember having to submit it within six months of receiving the new license. I went directly to the medical examination hospital designated by the DMV, bringing my ID card and the original driver's license. The examination process was simple, checking vision, color blindness, and limb mobility, and it took less than half an hour. The hospital automatically uploaded the report to the traffic system, and that evening, I checked on the 12123 app to see that my license status had been updated. A reminder to everyone: don't wait until the deadline. My neighbor was a week late, and as a result, his license was frozen, requiring him to retake the test. Nowadays, some procedures can be applied for online via the app, but I still recommend going to the hospital in person for the most reliable process.

Last time I helped a friend with the process of submitting a deferred physical examination certificate, and the procedure wasn't too complicated. The key is to locate the designated local hospital, then bring your driver's license and ID card for the medical check. The examination items are minimal, mainly testing vision, color blindness, and limb reactions - no blood tests involved. The hospital will directly upload results to the traffic system, after which you must confirm the status update on the 12123 traffic management APP. Note this supplementary submission deadline is typically within three months after license expiration or six months after deferred processing - missing it causes real trouble. Once when accompanying someone for submission, the hospital forgot to upload results causing system failure to update, requiring an extra trip to the DMV counter to resolve. So I recommend checking the APP the next day after examination to verify.

To supplement the missing physical examination certificate, focus on two key points: first, promptly visit a designated hospital for a driver's physical examination with all required documents; second, ensure completion within six months. At the hospital, I only had my vision chart checked, traffic light recognition, and arm mobility tested, finishing in 20 minutes. After the doctor uploaded the data, I checked the status in the license renewal module on the Traffic 12123 APP. If the hospital isn't connected online, you must submit a paper copy at the vehicle management office. Remember, the deadline is 180 days from the date of the provisional processing; exceeding even one day will result in your driver's license being locked. Last year, I was three days overdue and almost had to retake the written test, but fortunately, I appealed to the vehicle management office in time. Only after successful completion can the driver's license validity period be extended normally.

To handle the temporary acceptance of physical examination certificates with later submission, my suggestion is a three-step process: First, confirm the nearest designated hospital, such as community health centers or driving school medical examination centers; then, bring your ID card and original driver's license for the check-up, which includes simple tests like vision and color vision; finally, wait for the hospital to upload the results to the traffic system. After completing these steps, make sure to double-check yourself by opening the Traffic Management 12123 APP on your phone to confirm the driver's license status update, which indicates success. Be aware of system delays—if the status doesn't update immediately, check again after a couple of days. A crucial reminder on the timeline: from the date of license renewal, you have a maximum of six months to submit the certificate. Exceeding this period may result in the DMV directly suspending your driving privileges. If you encounter issues during the process, it's best to visit the DMV in person for resolution.

As someone who learned the hard way from deferred processing, I delayed submitting my physical proof until the fifth month. First, check the driver's medical examination schedule at local designated hospitals, then bring your ID and driver's license to queue up. The check involves just three items: eye chart test, red-green color blindness test, and steering wheel grip posture check. The whole process takes less than 15 minutes. After the doctor uploaded the report, they said to wait for system synchronization, but two days later I found the status wasn't updated and had to make another hospital trip to resolve it. I advise everyone to handle this early - set a reminder to complete it within five months after deferred processing. The traffic management department will SMS notify one week before the deadline, but messages might get missed. Most crucially, don't wait until the 180-day deadline - system issues could leave you stranded.


