How to Transfer a C1 Driver's License Back to My Hometown?
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To transfer an out-of-town driver's license back to your local area, you need to submit an application at the vehicle management office where the license was originally issued. After the staff accepts and reviews your application, you will need to pay the corresponding fees. The transfer process is usually completed within three working days, and you can then collect your new driver's license, which allows you to renew your license locally. Below are the circumstances under which a driver's license transfer cannot be processed: (1) Unresolved traffic violations or accidents; (2) The driver's license is under suspension; (3) The driver's license is in the probationary period; (4) Holding a learner's permit; (5) During the period of additional license training. If transfer is indeed necessary, you must apply to cancel the training certificate for the additional license type before proceeding with the transfer.
I just transferred my driver's license back to my hometown last year, and the process went quite smoothly. First, I brought my ID card and driving certificate to the local vehicle management office to fill out an application form, had my photo taken and a physical exam on-site, and paid a processing fee. The key is to make sure your license is still valid and there are no outstanding traffic violations, otherwise, you might get stuck. Also, pay attention to the one-year restriction if you obtained your license in a different location. I went there at 9 a.m. that day and got my new license in just two hours. I also took the opportunity to transfer my records back, which will make annual reviews more convenient in the future. I recommend calling ahead to ask what copies of documents you need to bring to avoid making multiple trips.
