
To apply for a replacement motor vehicle driving license, you should go to the local Vehicle Office. The required documents for a replacement driving license include: 1. Filling out the motor vehicle driving license application form; 2. Submitting the original ID card and copies of both sides or the driving license; 3. A written statement of loss; 4. Two 1-inch white background photos; 5. For non-local residents, the original and a copy of the temporary residence permit are required. If all requirements are met, the motor vehicle driving license will be reissued within one day. The full name of the driving license is the motor vehicle driving license, also known as a driver's license. It is a legal document required for motor vehicle drivers to operate vehicles. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills, and drivers lacking these skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive recklessly.

Previously, I went directly to the vehicle office to replace my driver's license, which was the most reliable method. Now it's even more convenient—you can apply for a replacement on the Traffic Management 12123 App, fill in the information, and have it mailed to your home. However, be aware that replacing a license requires bringing your original ID card and a recent one-inch white-background photo. If applying online, you'll also need facial recognition. Once, a friend tried to save time by using an illegal intermediary and ended up receiving a fake license, which was confiscated by traffic police. Such matters are safest when handled through official channels. On-site at the vehicle management office, it usually takes about half an hour to complete, while online applications take 1-3 working days for review.

Now you don't even need to visit in person to replace your driver's license! Just download the Traffic 12123 APP on your phone, log in, find the driver's license replacement function, upload your ID photo, scan your face, select a mailing address, and you're done. I just helped my dad with this last week, and he received his new license in three days. However, the system will first check your license status and point accumulation. If there are overdue inspections or you've accumulated 12 penalty points, you won't be able to proceed until you've dealt with the violations.

Remember two places to handle it: the DMV office and online platforms. For on-site processing, it's advisable to avoid peak hours like Monday mornings and Friday afternoons. Bring your original ID card + two white-background ID photos, and prepare 10 yuan in cash for the fee. Online processing requires ensuring the Traffic 12123 APP is bound to your personal mobile number. Military/police license holders or those exchanging foreign licenses must visit designated windows. For regular license loss, just apply directly, but forging a replacement carries legal consequences!

It is recommended to prioritize the local vehicle office for processing, as it offers immediate service. My experience with replacing the license last time was: after taking a number, go to the designated window to submit your ID card and fill out the application form. The staff will verify the information and directly produce the new license if everything is correct. Special attention should be paid to the photo requirements: ears and eyebrows must be visible, and dark-colored clothing should be worn. If your driver's license is about to expire, you can simultaneously undergo the medical examination for license renewal to save an extra trip. Government service centers in various cities also have traffic service windows that can handle the process, but the processing time is not as fast as at the vehicle management office.

There are two scenarios to handle: For a regular driver's license loss, applying via the 12123 Traffic APP or visiting the county-level vehicle management office is the most convenient. For a military driver's license, you must go to the vehicle management office at the military base. Last week, there was a case where a car owner lost their license abroad and authorized a family member to handle it on their behalf with a notarized power of attorney, original IDs of both parties, and the owner's ID photo. Policies may vary slightly by region, so it's best to call 12345 first to confirm the required documents to avoid an unnecessary trip.


