What does in-person verification at the DMV mean?
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In-person verification at the DMV refers to the process where an individual brings their second-generation ID card to the DMV in person, registers and logs into the Internet Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform, and submits all required information on-site for review by the driving license administration. Relevant details are as follows: 1. Situations requiring in-person verification: Generally, after a student completes their medical examination, the driving school will register the student's information online, known as online verification. Only in cases where a student's identity or phone number information is abnormal is in-person verification at the DMV required. Both online and in-person verification are processes for the Ministry of Public Security to confirm identity online. 2. Services available after in-person verification: Self-scheduling for beginner driver tests, cross-regional examination systems, and renewal of expired driver's licenses.
Last time I went to the DMV to get a new driver's license, my friend mentioned 'face-to-face signing' and I didn't understand what it meant. It turned out that face-to-face signing means the staff requires you to be present in person to sign and confirm your identity, such as signing your name on a form by hand. They will verify your ID card and application form one by one. The purpose is simple: to ensure that the person applying is really you, preventing fraud or impersonation with fake identities. The whole process took over two hours of queuing, and I had to bring a bunch of documents like my household register and photos—it was a bit tedious. But when you think about how it helps keep everyone safe, it's worth it. It's similar when transferring vehicle ownership—both the buyer and seller have to go and sign to prove the transaction is legitimate and free of tricks. In short, face-to-face signing at the DMV is a key anti-fraud measure. Though time-consuming, it's a must.
