What is the procedure for replacing a driver's license at the DMV?

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ChaseRose
07/24/25 11:25pm
Motor vehicle drivers should bring the required materials to the vehicle management office where the driver's license was originally issued to apply for a replacement. The vehicle management office will process the replacement within one working day after approval. Materials required for replacement: Bring two copies of ID card, two 1-inch color passport photos without a hat, original ID card, original driver's license, and a medical examination certificate from a county-level or above hospital (free physical examination is also available at the DMV). The replacement and inspection must meet the following conditions: Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses have no points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other driver's licenses have less than 12 points in the current scoring cycle; Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses who have points in the current scoring cycle, as well as holders of other driver's licenses who have caused a traffic accident resulting in death and bear equal or greater responsibility but have not had their driver's license revoked, and have participated in the inspection education; The applicant has no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents; The applicant's physical condition meets the driving license requirements; The driver's license is not legally seized, detained, suspended, revoked, canceled, or rescinded.
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McJayla
08/10/25 3:22pm
I just renewed my driver's license last month, so let me share my personal experience. The whole process involves several steps: First, prepare all required documents in advance, including your original ID card, old driver's license, two recent white-background bareheaded photos, and a medical examination report from designated hospitals. I recommend making an appointment via the DMV website or app beforehand to avoid peak hours (like weekday mornings before 8 AM), which saves significant time. Upon arrival at the DMV, take a queue number and wait your turn. When called, submit materials and complete a simple form for preliminary review by staff. Then proceed with an on-site physical test covering vision and color blindness checks to ensure compliance with health standards. If everything checks out, pay the processing fee (typically 20-50 CNY) at the payment counter. Finally, await your new license issuance—your old one will be collected. The entire procedure takes about 1-2 hours. Remember, you can start renewal 90 days before expiration; don’t delay until it expires to avoid complications.
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