Can I still renew my driver's license if it has been expired for 3 months?
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You can normally renew your driver's license even if it has been expired for 3 months. The renewal process is the same as the standard procedure. The motor vehicle driver should submit the required materials to the vehicle management office where the driver's license was originally issued. The vehicle management office will process the renewal within one working day after approval. In addition to applying for renewal at the vehicle management office, you can also apply for renewal through the following methods: Renewal via the "Traffic Management 12123" APP. Download the "Traffic Management 12123" APP, then select Service Center -- Expired License Renewal Service -- Fill in the information. The new license is usually delivered by mail. Visit the "Police-Medical-Post" service point at a postal business hall to process the renewal. The entire process, from registration to medical examination and new license production, takes only half an hour. Currently, only a few cities have opened this service, such as Hangzhou.
I just realized my driver's license had been expired for over two months, but it's completely fine to renew it now. According to traffic regulations, licenses can be normally renewed within one year of expiration. Only after exceeding one year do you need to retake the written test. Yours is just three months overdue—no problem at all. Quickly gather your original ID card, old driver's license, and three white-background ID photos, then head to the DMV. Remember to get a medical check-up at a hospital first and obtain the report—nowadays, these reports are uploaded online. Last time I renewed mine, it only took half an hour, though queuing took some time. Oh, and definitely don’t drive there—getting caught with an expired license counts as driving without a license, which could lead to your car being impounded and a fine. It’s best to make an appointment beforehand to avoid a wasted trip.
