How to Transfer a Driver's License Back to the Local Area?

[SarahMarie]

Bring your ID card, driver's license, and other required documents to the vehicle management office or service stations to apply for the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form." Generally, such locations that support license renewal also have medical facilities on-site to conduct relevant physical examinations, mainly checking vision, color blindness, and ensuring fingers are intact. If you don't have a 1-inch white-background photo, you can have it taken and printed at the vehicle management office, where staff will handle the printing and trimming. After preparing all the required materials, submit them to the relevant counter for review by the traffic police. Once the transfer registration is completed, you can proceed with the license renewal at the vehicle management office.

[May]

I just completed the process of transferring my driver's license back to my hometown, and it was actually quite simple. First, you need to go to the vehicle management office in the original issuing location to apply for a transfer-out, bringing your ID card, driver's license, and a one-inch photo. They will give you a sealed file—don't open it! Then, return to the vehicle management office in your hometown, fill out an application form, and undergo a physical examination, mainly checking vision and color blindness. After the staff enters the information into the system, you can get your new driver's license in about seven working days. If the file is complete, it can be done on the spot in about an hour. A reminder: if you have any unresolved traffic violations, the process cannot be completed, so it's best to check everything in advance on the 12123 app.

[StAustin]

The key to transferring a driver's license lies in document preparation. Remember three essentials: original and photocopy of ID card, original driver's license, and medical examination report. Just go to the county hospital for the medical check, spending 30-50 yuan to test vision and color perception. Nowadays many places allow direct transfer without returning to the original location. Note that licenses during probation period cannot be transferred - only Class C or above licenses held for over one year qualify. Also, the license validity period won't reset after transfer - the expiration date remains unchanged, so don't assume you'll get another 10 years after transferring.

[StRylee]

The key to handling vehicle registration transfer is timeliness. The archival transfer must be completed within 30 days, as expiration would cause significant inconvenience. The cost, including medical examination and processing fees, should be under 100 yuan. It's advisable to avoid peak periods like the beginning of the month or year-end, opting instead for less crowded weekday afternoons. Currently, some cities allow online applications, but a trip to submit materials is still necessary. In case the original file is lost, you'll need to return to the original location to reapply, which could take an additional month or so.