How to apply for an electronic driver's license
With the popularity of digital services, electronic driver's licenses have become the focus of many car owners. In recent years, traffic police departments in various places have successively launched electronic driving license services to facilitate car owners to conduct inspections anytime and anywhere. This article will introduce in detail the application process, scope of use and frequently asked questions of the electronic driver's license, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Application conditions for electronic driver’s license

To apply for an electronic driver's license, you must meet the following conditions:
| Conditions | Description |
|---|---|
| Driving license status is normal | There is no cancellation, suspension or overdue certificate renewal, etc. |
| Real-name authenticated | Real-name authentication needs to be completed through the "Traffic Management 12123" APP |
| Driving license is within validity period | Electronic version and paper version updated simultaneously |
2. Application steps for electronic driver’s license
Taking the "Traffic Management 12123" APP as an example, the specific process is as follows:
| steps | Operating Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1. Download and log in to the APP | Make sure to use your own real-name authentication account |
| 2. Enter "Driving License Business" | Select the "Electronic Driver's License" option |
| 3. Submit application | The system automatically retrieves driver's license information, which needs to be confirmed. |
| 4. Face recognition verification | Complete liveness testing to ensure identity authenticity |
| 5. Waiting for review | Usually completed within 1 working day |
3. Usage scenarios of electronic driver’s license
Electronic driver's licenses are valid nationwide and are suitable for the following scenarios:
| scene | Whether to support |
|---|---|
| Road traffic police inspection | Yes (need to be used with ID card) |
| Traffic violation handling | Yes (some provinces and cities have piloted it) |
| rental vehicle | Depends on merchant requirements |
| insurance claims | Please check with your specific insurance company |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
| question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Will the electronic driver's license expire? | It is updated simultaneously with the paper version and needs to be replaced in time. |
| What should I do when my phone is out of battery? | It is recommended to carry a hard copy with you as a backup |
| Can it be used in other places? | Commonly used nationwide, but you need to ensure that the APP version is the latest |
| How to modify the photo if it doesn’t match? | Update through the APP "Driving License Replacement" function |
5. Things to note
1. The electronic driver's license does not completely replace the paper version. It is recommended to have both on important occasions.
2. Make sure the network is open when applying to avoid upload failure.
3. In case of system maintenance, you can choose to handle it through the offline window.
4. Regularly check APP updates to ensure normal use of functions.
Through the above structured data and detailed instructions, I believe you already understand how to apply for and use an electronic driver's license. Digital services bring convenience to life, but they also need to be used appropriately. If you have any other questions, you can call the 12123 traffic management service hotline for consultation.
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