Is an ID card required for driver's license renewal?

[ODante]

Yes, when applying for driver's license renewal upon its expiration, you must submit an ID card or temporary ID card; a household registration booklet cannot be used. Article 48 of the new traffic regulations stipulates: Motor vehicle drivers should apply for license renewal at the vehicle management office of the original license issuing authority within 90 days before the expiration of their driver's license. When applying, an application form must be filled out, and the following documents and certificates should be submitted: (1) The identity proof of the motor vehicle driver; (2) The motor vehicle driver's license; (3) A medical certificate on physical conditions issued by a county-level or higher medical institution or a military medical institution at or above the regimental level. For those applying for a special small automatic transmission passenger vehicle for the disabled, a medical certificate on physical conditions issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority must be submitted. The identity proof for residents is the 'Resident ID Card' or 'Temporary Resident ID Card'. For mainland residents living in temporary residences, the identity proof is the 'Resident ID Card' or 'Temporary Resident ID Card', along with the residence or temporary residence certificate issued by the public security authorities.