In which cities can the electronic driver's license be used?
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Starting from September 1st, the electronic driver's license will be promoted and used in the following 28 cities: Beijing, Tianjin, Shijiazhuang, Changchun, Daqing, Shanghai, Wuxi, Suzhou, Yancheng, Taizhou, Ningbo, Jiaxing, Nanchang, Jinan, Qingdao, Changsha, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanning, Chongqing, Chengdu, Mianyang, Zigong, Nanchong, Guiyang, Kunming, Xi'an, Yinchuan. Below is relevant information: Introduction: The electronic driver's license will be issued through the nationwide unified "Traffic Management 12123" APP. Drivers in the promotion and application cities can log in to the "Traffic Management 12123" APP and follow the prompts to apply for the electronic driver's license. It should be noted that the applicant's driver's license should be valid. If the driver's license is detained, suspended, overdue for medical examination, overdue for review, or announced to be suspended, the electronic driver's license cannot be applied for. Usage: It can be used when handling traffic management business and undergoing law enforcement inspections, and it extends to application scenarios such as passenger and freight transport, car rental, and insurance purchase. That is to say, when encountering traffic police checking vehicles or handling business, you can directly present the electronic driver's license. In the future, you can also present the electronic driver's license when you want to rent a car.
I remember that the electronic driver's license has now been promoted nationwide and is usable in almost all major cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. A while ago, when I was on a business trip in Shenzhen, I used an app to handle a traffic ticket without any issues. The electronic version set up through the 'Traffic Management 12123' app completely replaces the paper version—it's convenient and eco-friendly, and you don’t have to worry about forgetting your license while traveling and getting fined. Some remote small towns might still be adapting, but overall, the coverage is extensive, and the Ministry of Public Security is making rapid progress in its promotion. You can usually check the support status by downloading the app on your phone, updating it anytime, which saves a lot of hassle. During routine traffic checks, just show the electronic version—it’s efficient and reduces paper waste.
I often use the electronic driver's license app to manage my driving records, which feels super convenient for city life. When I lived in Hangzhou, I used the electronic version feature of the 12123 Traffic Management APP. Even if I forgot to bring the physical copy when going out, I didn't panic because the traffic police recognized it. Now, most cities, including second-tier cities like Chengdu and Wuhan, have fully rolled it out. Smaller places might be a bit behind, but the app's map can display real-time supported areas. After downloading the app, registration is simple—just scan your face to activate the electronic driver's license. Daily checks or registering a new car can all be done with it. I recommend my friends to give it a try—it saves time and reduces the embarrassment of forgetting to bring the license. Overall, it's highly practical, and the promotion speed is quite fast.
