Can I renew my C1 driver's license after it has been expired for more than a month?

[MacRiley]

If your driver's license has been expired for one month, you can go and renew it. If the driver's license has been expired for less than one year, you can still go through the normal procedure to renew it upon expiration. The minimum age limit for a C1 driver's license is 18 years old, and there is no upper age limit. However, applicants over 70 years old must pass tests on memory, judgment, and reaction abilities. The scope of a C1 driver's license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles, and light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles. Small passenger vehicles must have a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. A C1 driver's license does not permit driving the following: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, mopeds, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams. Additionally, a C1 license does not allow driving vehicles with more than 9 seats or trucks with a total length exceeding 6 meters.

[JaydenAnn]

Last time, I didn’t realize my C1 driver’s license had expired for almost two months, so I rushed to the DMV to renew it in a panic. The staff said it was completely fine, as long as it hadn’t been expired for over a year. I brought my ID card, old driver’s license, and a medical exam report—the process was very straightforward. Nowadays, the efficiency is high; I made an online appointment in advance and only had to wait about half an hour on-site. Don’t delay too long, though, because if it’s expired for over a year, you’ll have to retake the written test—my friend learned that the hard way. Driving with an expired license is risky; if caught, you could face points deduction and fines. Honestly, many people forget to renew due to busy schedules or lack of reminders, so I set a phone alarm to notify me three months before expiration every five years. In short, being overdue by a month or so isn’t a big deal—just find time to handle it. Safety first!

[Kaylee]

I've looked into the driver's license rules, and you can definitely renew your C1 license one month after it expires. Just go to the DMV or a nearby service center to submit your application, bring your ID card, original driver's license, and a one-inch photo, and complete a basic physical exam. You'll usually get your new license within a week. However, be aware that driving with an expired license can result in a 3-point deduction if caught by traffic police, and a friend of mine was fined 200 yuan. Don't worry too much about the delay, as long as you handle it within the one-year grace period. If your original license is damaged, you'll need to explain the reason for a replacement. I usually recommend handling it on time, but life gets busy, and occasional delays are normal. By the way, during renewal, you might also need a vision check—if you're nearsighted, remember to wear glasses when driving. In short, don't take safety lightly, and act quickly.

[DeClara]

I've checked, you can definitely renew your C1 driver's license one month after expiration. Regulations state you can apply as long as it's been expired for less than one year, requiring documents like medical exam forms, photos, and ID proof. Last time I renewed mine three months after expiration and got the new license without any issues. Just remember not to exceed one year, otherwise you'll have to retake the theory test. The process is simple - just fill out a form and pay the fee at the counter, and many places now support online appointments to save time. Driving with an expired license not only risks fines but could also lead to insurance not covering accidents. A neighbor of mine delayed handling it and suffered losses after a crash. So get it sorted promptly.