Is the Driver's License Number the Same as the ID Card Number?
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According to regulations, one ID card can only apply for one driver's license, so the driver's license number is the same as the ID card number. Here is more information about the driver's license number: 1. In a formal driver's license issued by the vehicle management office, it consists of two parts: the main page and the supplementary page. When the traffic police check the driver's license, both the main page and the supplementary page must be complete and intact. The main page and the supplementary page correspond to each other, and the main basis for judgment is whether the name and driver's license number on both pages are consistent. 2. The number below the document name on the main page and supplementary page of the driver's license is the driver's license number. Each driver's license is unique and non-repetitive, similar to an ID card, so the driver's license number uses the ID card number. This creates a certain correlation between the driver's license and the ID card, making it easier for the traffic police to quickly compare the ID card and the driver's license.
When it comes to driver's license numbers and ID card numbers, I think they are usually the same. In my years of driving experience, the driver's license number is directly the ID card number, which was confirmed by the staff when I applied for the license. For example, during traffic police checks, they can quickly retrieve driver's license information using the ID card number, saving me the hassle of remembering an additional number. Although sometimes the number might appear slightly longer due to formatting (such as adding a driving type prefix), the core part remains unchanged. This is great from a unified identity perspective, reducing the need to carry multiple documents. However, I recommend carrying both cards with you just in case, and if one is lost, apply for a replacement promptly—safety first.
