Where to Apply for a Lost Driver's License and What Materials Are Needed?
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Prepare the following materials and go to the vehicle management office for reissuance. Below is an introduction to the relevant content for reissuing a driver's license: 1. Required materials: The original and a copy of the motor vehicle driver's ID card. If the driver's license is damaged, the original motor vehicle driver's license must be brought; if the driver's license is lost, a written statement of the loss of the motor vehicle driver's license is required; a one-inch bareheaded photo of the motor vehicle driver with a white background. 2. Notes: If all materials meet the regulations, the information will be recorded, and a fee for the reissuance is required, with prices varying in different locations. After 3 days, the driver can go to the processing window with the original ID card and payment receipt to collect the new driver's license.
I just went through the process of replacing my lost driver's license a couple of days ago, so I know the drill very well. The fastest way is to go directly to the DMV (Vehicle Management Office) for a replacement. Remember to bring your original ID card and a copy, plus two one-inch white background photos. I recommend wearing dark-colored clothes when taking the photo. At the DMV, first fill out the "Driver's License Application Form," then queue at the window to submit your materials. The staff will verify your ID information, and once approved, you can scan a QR code to pay the processing fee—only about 10 yuan. You'll get your new license on the spot, which is quite convenient. If you don’t have photos ready, don’t worry—the DMV has self-service photo booths, but try to avoid peak hours like Mondays. I’ve also heard you can apply for a mailed replacement via the "Traffic Management 12123" app, but I feel it’s less reliable than handling it in person. Friends who got their licenses in other cities can also apply for a replacement at their local DMV without returning to their hometown. Everything’s connected nationwide now, making it hassle-free.
