Can I renew my driver's license in a different location after 6 years?
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Yes, you can renew your driver's license in a different location after 6 years. Nowadays, driver's licenses are interconnected nationwide. As long as you transfer your driver's license to the local traffic police department before it expires, you can renew it locally. The prerequisite is that you must do this within 90 days before the license expires; otherwise, it will be automatically canceled. The materials required for renewal include the original ID card and its copy, the original driver's license, several one-inch bareheaded white-background color photos, and the physical condition certificate for motor vehicle drivers. The steps for renewing the license in a different location are: 1. Depending on the specific situation of the processing hall, queue up or take a number from the machine by clicking the screen; 2. Fill out the motor vehicle driver's license application form. When presenting the documents at the processing window, the staff will verify the document files and collect the fees; 3. Submit the photocopied documents to the staff and take an on-site photo. A 1-inch headshot will be printed for the new driver's license, and a "Physical Condition Certificate for Motor Vehicle Drivers" will be generated at this time.
When I worked in another city, I was worried whether I had to return to my hometown to renew my driver's license as it was about to expire after six years. After checking, I found out that it's now completely possible to renew it locally. Just bring the original ID card, driver's license, one or two photos, and a medical report. The medical examination is simple—just go to a designated local hospital for vision and physical checks, and the report can be issued the same day. Then, visit the local vehicle management office to fill out an application form and pay a small fee. Usually, the new license arrives within a week. The whole process wasn't as troublesome as I imagined and saved me the time and fuel costs of traveling back to my hometown. I recommend everyone to do it one or two months before expiration to avoid being unable to drive when it expires and having to prepare extra materials for a wasted trip. The policy changes are really friendly for mobile populations like us.
