Can I Renew My Driver's License on Weekends?
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Driver's license renewal cannot be processed at the vehicle management office on weekends. Renewal at the Vehicle Management Office: The driver must submit the required materials to the vehicle management office where the driver's license was originally issued. The office will process the renewal within one working day upon approval. Required materials: two copies of ID card, two recent 1-inch color passport photos, original ID card, original driver's license, and a medical examination certificate from a county-level or above hospital (free medical examination is also available at the vehicle management office). Driver's license renewal cannot be processed at the vehicle management office on Sundays. Apart from applying at the vehicle management office, renewal can also be processed through the following methods: Renewal via the "Traffic Management 12123" APP. Download the "Traffic Management 12123" APP, then select Service Center -- License Renewal Service -- Fill in the required information. The new license is usually delivered by mail. Visit the "Police-Medical-Post" service point at a postal office for renewal. The entire process, from registration to medical examination and new license production, takes only half an hour. Currently, only a few cities offer this service, such as Hangzhou.
Last time I went to renew my driver's license myself, thinking I had time on the weekend to visit the vehicle management office, only to find most places are only open Monday to Friday, with some opening for half a day on Saturdays but only handling simple tasks. I recommend checking the local vehicle management office's working hours online or calling them to confirm, so you don't make a wasted trip. Actually, using the Traffic Management 12123 App is more convenient now—you can upload your documents and handle everything from home. After approval, the new license is mailed to your doorstep, saving you from taking time off to go out. Make sure to prepare your ID card and medical examination report in advance to avoid any issues with incomplete documents. If you drive often, it's safer to take care of these matters early to avoid any last-minute hassles.
I just renewed my driver's license recently. A friend reminded me that there's basically no service on weekends. Once, I went to the vehicle management office only to see a 'Closed' sign at the door, then I realized it only operates on weekdays. It's best to take half a day off on a weekday to get it done or try applying through the app for the entire process. In this digital age, it saves time to handle more important matters with less legwork, making the experience much better. It avoids the hassle of long queues and prevents the trouble of urgent needs when the license expires. Renewing the license on time ensures peace of mind while driving—don't be lazy about it.
After years of driving and renewing my license several times, I've noticed that the DMV usually opens some windows on Saturdays, but license renewal services are limited. It's best to go on a weekday to be safe and avoid wasting time. Make sure to prepare all the required materials in advance. The prerequisite for safe driving is having a valid license, so don't delay the renewal process.
