Where can an out-of-town driver's license be renewed in Shanghai?

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SanMalachi
08/31/25 4:24am
Out-of-town driver's licenses can be renewed at the traffic police departments in various districts of Shanghai. Below is the relevant information: 1. Definition of a driver's license: The full name of a driver's license is a motor vehicle driver's license, also known as a "driving license." It is a certificate required by law for individuals who drive motor vehicles. 2. Requirements: Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills. Those who lack these skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive recklessly. Generally, individuals cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who have mastered safe driving techniques, the document that permits them to drive vehicles on the road is the "driver's license." This indicates that a driver's license is a form of "permit."
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MaryAnn
09/12/25 7:44am
I just came to Shanghai from my hometown and got my out-of-town driver's license replaced a couple of days ago. There are several vehicle management offices in Shanghai for license replacement. The most convenient ones are the First Branch at 969 Changning Road, Putuo District, or the Second Branch at 2638 Hunan Highway, Pudong New Area. I chose the closer one and booked an appointment in advance using the 'Shanghai Traffic Police' app to skip the queue. The required documents are simple: original ID card, out-of-town driver's license, two one-inch white background photos, and a medical examination certificate—I got mine done at Tongji Hospital in 20 minutes for 20 yuan. After submitting the documents on-site, I waited half an hour to get my new license, with a total cost of 50 yuan for the processing fee. I recommend going on a weekday morning when it's less crowded and faster, otherwise, weekends can be very time-consuming due to the crowd. Suburban branches like Fengxian have even fewer people, and driving there is convenient.
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