Can I still renew my driver's license if it has been expired for one month?

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MacIsabel
07/24/25 6:34pm
Driver's license expired for one month can be renewed. Renewal period: Motor vehicle drivers should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office of the driver's license issuing authority within 90 days before the expiration of the motor vehicle driver's license. When applying, the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" should be filled out. Time regulations: If the expiration is less than one year, the license can be renewed normally; if the expiration is more than one year but less than three years, the license will be canceled, but it can be renewed by passing the subject one test; if the expiration is more than three years, the license will be invalid and cannot be renewed. Renewal process: The motor vehicle driver should bring the required materials to the vehicle management office of the driver's license issuing authority to apply for renewal. The vehicle management office will complete the renewal procedures within one working day after passing the review.
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VanTalia
08/11/25 10:18am
As someone who drives frequently, I think it's still possible to renew your driver's license even if it's expired for a month. I once forgot about the renewal due to a busy work schedule and only remembered a month after expiration. When I went to the DMV, they told me that as long as it's within one year, I could still renew it normally, but I shouldn't drive during that period to avoid penalties. The renewal process was quite simple: bring your ID card and the old driver's license, then get a vision test or physical examination report from a designated hospital. After that, just pay the application fee, and you can get the new license the same day. However, I must remind you that this habit of procrastination is not good. It's best to set a reminder on your phone calendar to check your license's expiration date to avoid future troubles. Also, keep in mind that regulations may vary slightly by region—some places require the renewal to be completed within three months, so going early is the safest bet.
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