Is It Okay Not to Apply for an Electronic Driver's License?
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It is acceptable not to apply for an electronic driver's license. Here are the relevant details: Conditions for Applying for an Electronic Driver's License: Before applying, you need to confirm the status of your driver's license. If the status is revoked, suspended, canceled, transferred, locked, discontinued, or otherwise legally invalid, you cannot apply for an electronic driver's license. How to View an Electronic Driver's License: Open the 12123 app and click on the "Driver's License" option in the top left corner of the homepage. On the driver's license interface, you can see the electronic license, completing the process of accessing it. After successful application, you will receive a push notification in the "Traffic Management 12123" APP and can view the electronic version of your driver's license under "My Driver's License."
From my personal experience, it's perfectly fine not to apply for an electronic driver's license as long as you have a valid physical one. I'm the type of driver who tends to forget things, and carrying the physical license has been sufficient for my daily driving—I've never had issues without the electronic version. However, the electronic driver's license does offer convenience, such as displaying it via a mobile app when you forget the physical copy, avoiding potential fines. Many places are promoting electronic licenses now, but it's not mandatory—it mainly depends on your habits. If you always remember to carry your license or don't have a smartphone, not applying isn't a big deal. That said, I've discussed this at gatherings with friends, and some have been delayed at checkpoints for not having it. So in the long run, it's safer to get one, especially since the application process is quite simple—just a few taps on your phone.
