Must a Lost Driver's License Be Replaced Locally?

[DeStella]

Lost driver's licenses must be replaced locally. Below are the relevant details regarding driver's license replacement: Required Materials: Prepare the original ID card and a copy, along with a one-inch white background photo. Filling Out Forms: Go to the vehicle management office's service hall to submit an application for driver's license replacement, obtain and fill out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form," then submit the original ID card, copy, one-inch white background photo, and the application form to the staff. Review and Payment: After the materials are reviewed by the staff, proceed to the corresponding manual payment window. If the license cannot be issued on the spot, the replacement driver's license will be issued within three days as per regulations.

[SanWalker]

Losing your driver's license doesn't necessarily mean you have to return to the local vehicle management office for a replacement. In the past, it was indeed required to go back to the issuing location, but now the policy is much more convenient, allowing for nationwide replacement. For example, if I lost my driver's license while on a business trip, I could simply bring my ID card to the local vehicle management office, fill out an application form, take a photo on the spot, and receive a new license within half an hour. There's no need to worry about travel expenses or time. If the vehicle management office is crowded, you can make an appointment in advance through the Traffic Management 12123 APP to avoid queuing. However, it's important to ensure that your driver's license status is normal, with no outstanding violations or demerit points. The replacement fee is around ten yuan, and the process is simple and quick.

[StPaige]

I just renewed my driver's license recently, and now it's super convenient to get a replacement across provinces. Just bring your ID card to the local DMV where you currently reside, and the staff will help you check your records. Once your identity is confirmed, they'll process it for you. Remember to wear dark-colored clothes as they provide free on-site photo service. The process involves filling out a form, paying the fee, and receiving your license—it takes less than half an hour in total. No need to make a special trip back to your hometown, saving both time and effort. Alternatively, you can apply online through the 'Traffic Management 12123' app, but you'll need to have your vehicle information pre-registered. I recommend going in person to get your license on the spot—it's the most reassuring way.

[LeJune]

Replacing a lost driver's license is very simple. First, go to the vehicle management office or traffic police station with your original ID card. You don't need to return to the original issuing location, as any vehicle management office nationwide can handle it. Staff will verify your identity through the system, take a number on-site to queue, pay a 10-yuan processing fee, and receive a new license. You can also apply online using the Traffic Management 12123 APP and have it mailed to your home. However, it's recommended to visit in person for the first replacement to avoid delays in information verification. Remember to clear any traffic violations before applying for a replacement, as unresolved violations may affect the processing progress.

[OKatherine]

Now you don't have to go back to your hometown to replace a lost driver's license. When I was working in another city last time, I simply went to the local vehicle management office with my ID card and a one-inch white background photo. I checked the 'license replacement' option on the form, and after the staff verified my information in the system, they made a new license for me on the spot. The whole process took just over 20 minutes, and I even took the photo at a self-service kiosk there. If you want to avoid the hassle, you can also apply for a mailed replacement through the 12123 traffic management app on your phone, but it takes two or three days to arrive. The replacement fee is just a nominal charge, about the price of a milk tea.