Is the Electronic Driver's License from Traffic Management 12123 Nationally Valid?
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Starting from September 1st, 28 cities will begin to promote and implement the electronic version of the driver's license. For drivers in these 28 pilot cities, they no longer need to carry a physical driver's license when driving. However, for cities not included in this promotion, electronic driver's licenses are still supported. Therefore, it is nationally valid, but in some areas, it is still advisable to carry and use the electronic driver's license. Pilot Cities: These 28 cities include: 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. Composition of Electronic Driver's License: The electronic driver's license consists of two parts: the main page and the supplementary page. The main page mainly includes basic information of the driver's license, the generation time of the electronic certificate, QR codes and barcodes for verification, etc. The supplementary page mainly includes the driver's residential address, issuing authority, driving records, and the code regulations for permitted vehicle types.
I recently drove to several cities on a trip, such as Beijing, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Every time I encountered a traffic police check, I just showed my 12123 electronic driver's license app, and they immediately recognized it, saying it's a nationally accepted official platform. As a car owner, I find it incredibly convenient—no more rummaging through my wallet for the physical license, especially saving a lot of time on cross-province highways. However, in areas with poor signal, it's advisable to take a screenshot in advance or keep a physical license as a backup. The app is straightforward to use; just download it, bind your identity, and you're good to go. It's best to keep it updated regularly to ensure information synchronization. Digital tools really make life easier—next time you hit the road, give it a try.
