How is the validity period calculated for the two-in-one driver's license?
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The "initial license issuance date" of a motor vehicle driver's license remains unchanged forever and serves as the starting date for the validity period of the license. For a driver's license that has been upgraded (i.e., combined with additional permitted vehicle types), when handling related procedures (such as annual reviews, violation exams, etc.), the highest permitted vehicle type recorded on the license will be used as the standard for processing. The following are the conditions for renewing a driver's license upon expiration of its validity period: 1. Time: The motor vehicle driver should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office of the license issuance location within 90 days before the expiration of the driver's license. 2. Points: The cumulative points of the motor vehicle driver should not reach the maximum limit. 3. Physical condition: The motor vehicle driver must meet the physical conditions for applying for a motor vehicle driver's license as stipulated in the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" (Ministry of Public Security Order No. 91).
I recently obtained my driver's license, the combined version, and went to the DMV to collect the new license after passing Subject Four. The staff informed me that the validity period starts from the day of issuance, just check the issue date on the license. I was initially worried that the validity of my learner's permit might affect it, but it turned out to be completely independent, with the new license starting from scratch. My license has a 6-year validity period, and I need to apply for renewal 90 days before expiration; otherwise, driving with an expired license will result in a fine. I recommend taking a photo of the date table as a backup after getting the license to prevent loss or misremembering. It took a lot of time and effort to learn to drive, and now I can finally drive freely. Regularly checking the validity period has become a habit to ensure safety and legality.
Last month, my son obtained his driver's license, and I accompanied him to complete the procedures. The integration of the two certificates has made things much more convenient. The staff at the vehicle management office explained that the validity period starts from the day the official license is issued, not from when he began learning to drive. The issuance date on my son's license marks the beginning, and the 6-year term is quite reasonable. As a parent, I reminded him to set a phone reminder for the renewal deadline to avoid last-minute panic. In the past, the procedures were more cumbersome during the era of separate certificates, but now they have been simplified. However, it's still important to pay attention to the status of the license—safety comes first. Driving carries great responsibility, and regular checks and updates can reduce risks. I'm confident he'll remember these details well.
