What to Do If the Vehicle License Duplicate Is Lost?
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Directly go to the vehicle management office or the traffic management department of the public security authorities to apply for a replacement. You can also apply for a replacement through the mobile app "Traffic Management 12123". The owner's name and address, the vehicle's license plate number, the nature of the motor vehicle's use, the issuance date of the motor vehicle license, and the registration date of the motor vehicle. The original and a copy of the identity document of the motor vehicle owner, and a photo of the motor vehicle. Submit a power of attorney and the original and a copy of the agent's identity document. The replacement or reissuance of the motor vehicle license will be completed within one working day from the date of acceptance, and the newly replaced license can be received in one day.
I've been driving for twenty years, and losing the duplicate of the vehicle license isn’t uncommon. The key is to handle it immediately. Drive or take a taxi directly to the local vehicle management office to apply for a replacement. Remember to bring all the required materials: your original ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and you may also need to fill out a replacement application form. The replacement process is quick: queue up to submit the materials, pay a processing fee of about 20 to 30 yuan, and wait around half an hour to get the new certificate. Don’t delay driving without it—if you’re stopped by traffic police on the road, not having the duplicate is equivalent to driving without a license, with fines starting at 200 yuan and penalty points that can affect your insurance premiums. I always remind myself to take a photo as a backup and keep it in my phone album for easy access. The whole process is simple—don’t panic but act promptly. The sooner you handle it, the sooner you can rest easy and avoid endless troubles.
