Can I renew my driver's license on Saturday?
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Driver's license renewal cannot be processed on weekends. You need to go to the issuing vehicle management office from Monday to Friday during statutory working days. Extended information: 1. Time limit for driver's license renewal: Motor vehicle drivers should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office where the driver's license was issued within 90 days before the expiration of the current driver's license. 2. Materials required for renewal: 1. Identity proof of the motor vehicle driver. 2. Motor vehicle driver's license. 3. Medical certificate issued by a county-level or above medical institution or a military hospital at the regimental level or above. For applying for a special small automatic passenger car for the disabled, a medical certificate issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority is required. 4. Fill out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form".
I previously encountered a situation where my driver's license expired and considered going to renew it on a Saturday since I didn't have time during weekdays due to work. In my city, the vehicle management offices are mostly closed on Saturdays, with only a few service centers offering half-day services, such as in certain areas of Beijing and Shanghai. I recommend checking the business hours in advance on the local traffic police website or confirming by calling the service hotline. Many places now offer online appointments, but you still need to go in person for the actual processing. Actually, the renewal process is quite simple—just bring your ID card, old driver's license, and medical examination report. Taking half a day off on a weekday should be enough time. I’ve heard that some district or county vehicle management offices might have overtime hours on Saturdays, but it depends on the specific situation. Weekends tend to be crowded with long queues, so it’s better to spare some time on a weekday to save time. Driving with an expired license can result in penalty points, so it’s safer to handle it sooner.
