What procedures are required to transfer a driver's license back to the local area?
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To transfer a driver's license back to the local area, you need to bring your ID card, driver's license, photos, and other materials to the relevant department to complete the transfer procedures. First, you must confirm whether the driver's license is valid, i.e., verify through the National Public Security Traffic Management Information System that the issued motor vehicle driver's license is authentic and valid; the driver's violation record must not have reached 12 points; and the motor vehicle driver's license must not have been revoked, canceled, or suspended by law. If any of these conditions are not met, the license cannot be transferred back to the local area. The following are the required materials for transferring a driver's license to the local area: 1. Material One: To complete the transfer procedures, you need to prepare the following materials: the 'Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form'; the original and photocopies of the applicant's and agent's identity proofs (for backup); the motor vehicle driver's license; a medical examination certificate; and two recent bareheaded photos of the driver (1-inch size). 2. Material Two: When transferring the driver's license back to the local area, you must undergo a physical examination at a location designated by the local traffic police department. After passing the examination, you will receive a medical examination certificate. Only with this certificate can you proceed with the transfer procedures. 3. Material Three: To complete the transfer procedures, you should visit the local Vehicle Management Office on a working day.
I just transferred my driver's license back to my hometown, and the process was quite hassle-free. First, go to the vehicle management office at the original issuing location to apply for a transfer-out. Remember to bring your original ID card, a copy of the main page of your driver's license, two one-inch white background photos, and a medical examination report if you don't have a recent one. I recommend making an online appointment in advance to avoid queues. At the vehicle management office, fill out an application form, and after their review, you'll receive a sealed archive bag—don't open it. The archive contains your driving records, and the original license becomes invalid after the transfer. Then, go to the vehicle management office in your target city to complete the transfer-in, bringing the same materials plus proof of residency or a copy of your household registration at the new address. The staff verifies the information quickly; last time, I got it done in a day with just a hundred yuan in fees. I suggest choosing a weekday when it's less crowded to save time. If your documents are incomplete, you might need to retake the written test (Subject 1), so check local policies in advance.
With ten years of driving experience, I've picked up some tips from multiple license transfers. The key steps for transferring your license are twofold: First, the transfer-out process at the original vehicle management office requires personal attendance—no proxies allowed. Bring your ID card, driver's license, and a recent medical examination report (valid within the last six months). If you haven't had a medical check-up, you can do it on-site, but queuing takes time—I learned this the hard way. Second, head to your destination to complete the transfer-in process, bringing the same documents plus proof of local residency, like a residence permit or rental contract. Once the files are handed over, you'll take a photo on the spot and get a new license. The whole process is straightforward, but don't delay—expired licenses complicate things. I recommend going early on weekdays to avoid holiday rushes; it'll take half a day and cost little. For inter-province transfers, double-check data synchronization to prevent delays. In short, driving legally and compliantly brings peace of mind.
