Can I Renew My Driver's License During the Extension Period?
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Driver's licenses can be renewed within one to three years after expiration, but not after three years. Here are the relevant details: 1. Within one year of expiration: The license can still be normally processed for "expiration renewal," but driving a motor vehicle on the road is not allowed during the overdue period. 2. One to three years after expiration: This situation falls under the "recoverable cancellation" status. The driver can renew the license and restore driving eligibility by passing the subject one exam again. 3. More than three years after expiration: In this case, the driver's license will be canceled, and the driver needs to retake the subject one, subject two, and subject three exams to restore driving eligibility.
When I extended my driver's license before, I also renewed it within a month after expiration. I remember you can renew during the extension period, but you must hurry to the DMV to complete the procedures. At that time, I brought my ID card, old driver's license, and a one-inch photo, paid a fee of about twenty yuan, and got the new license on the spot. Don’t delay because you can’t drive during this period. If caught by traffic police, it will be treated as driving without a license, and the fines are severe. It’s best to book an appointment in advance to avoid long queues. I think this policy is quite considerate, giving everyone a buffer period, but don’t take it lightly—safety first.
