What to do if the driver's license is lost and has just expired?
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Bring your ID card and a 1-inch photo to the local vehicle management office, and fill out the "Driver's License Loss Declaration" and the "Driver's License Replacement Application Form". Then submit the documents, photos, and application form to the staff, pay the processing fee, and you can apply for a replacement driver's license.
I lost my driver's license and it just happened to be expired. I went through this last week. As a young person, I felt a bit panicked, but the actual process was simple: first, report the loss on an online platform to prevent misuse; then go to the vehicle management office with your ID card, a one-inch white-background photo, and a medical report to apply for a replacement. If it's expired, you'll need to retake the theoretical part of the test, but the content is mostly common sense—just review for half an hour and you'll pass. Don’t forget that reporting the loss and getting the medical check-up might involve long queues, so I recommend booking in advance via a WeChat mini-program to save waiting time. The whole process cost me over 200 yuan. Remember not to drive before getting the new license—getting caught could lead to serious consequences, including fines and even vehicle impoundment. For safety, I used shared bikes for a few days as an alternative, which also gave me some exercise.
