Can an A2 driver's license be renewed in advance?
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A2 driver's license cannot be renewed in advance. It can only be renewed within 30 days after the end of the scoring cycle. According to Article 70 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," motor vehicle drivers must regularly undergo review at the traffic management department of the public security authority in accordance with laws and administrative regulations. When renewing a motor vehicle driver's license under Articles 57 and 58 of these regulations, the driver must undergo review by the traffic management department of the public security authority. Drivers holding licenses for large buses, tractors, urban buses, medium-sized buses, or large trucks must undergo review at the traffic management department of the public security authority within 30 days after the end of each scoring cycle. However, if there are no demerit points recorded during a scoring cycle, the review for that cycle is exempted.
I'd like to discuss the annual review of the A2 driver's license. I've had this license for several years, and many friends in the transportation industry have encountered similar issues. According to regulations, the annual review cannot be done too early—it must be processed within 90 days before expiration. For example, if your license expires at the end of December this year, you can only apply starting from early October. I remember last time I tried to do it six months in advance out of impatience, but the traffic police wouldn't allow it, saying the system restricts processing to that specific window. This is mainly to prevent misuse or outdated information—if you change your address or health status, processing too early might not reflect accurate details. My advice is to keep an eye on the expiration date, set a phone reminder, and prepare your ID and medical certificate (especially for those over 60) as the 90-day window approaches. Otherwise, if it expires, you'll have to retake the theory test, and it could affect insurance and other matters. Safety comes first when driving, so don’t procrastinate until the last minute.
