Does a Driver's License Expire?
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Yes, a driver's license does expire. You can apply for a new license 90 days before the expiration date of your current driver's license. Below is relevant information about renewing an expired driver's license: Renewal Rules: Within one year after the expiration date, you can submit a physical condition certificate to the local traffic police department where your household registration is located to complete the renewal application for the driver's license. If it exceeds one year, the driver's license will be canceled. Required Documents: "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form," which must be signed by the applicant; the original driver's license; the identity proof of the driver (original and copy); if the applicant cannot be present, they must submit an application form jointly signed by the applicant and the agent, along with the identity proofs of both the applicant and the agent (original and copy), etc.
Driver's licenses do expire. I remember when I got my first license, it was only valid for 6 years. I was so busy driving that I almost forgot to renew it and nearly got fined. Now I know that license expiration is normal—most places issue an initial validity of 6 years, followed by 10 years or adjustments based on age. Never drive with an expired license, as it counts as unlicensed driving. In case of an accident, insurance may refuse to cover it, and police checks could lead to point deductions or revocation of your license. I usually set a reminder on my phone calendar a month in advance to prepare the renewal materials: ID card, old license, and medical certificate. A quick 20-minute trip to the DMV gets it done—easy and safe, plus a chance to refresh my traffic knowledge. Don’t overlook this small task; road safety matters more than anything.
