How long after the expiration of a driver's license can it no longer be renewed?
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Three years. Below are the precautions for renewing a driver's license: Regulations for renewing a driver's license: If the driver's license has expired for less than one year, promptly visit the vehicle management office for renewal. If the driver's license has expired between one to three years, apply for the subject one exam at the vehicle management office, and a new license can only be obtained after passing the exam. If the driver's license has expired for more than three years, it will be revoked, and you will have to retake the driver's license exam. Locations for renewing a driver's license: There are many places to renew a driver's license, with the vehicle management office being a common choice for many. Additionally, the mobile app "Traffic Management 12123" and police-post convenience service stations are also available for driver's license renewal.
As someone who has been driving for decades, I'm quite familiar with the rules regarding expired driver's licenses. Within the first year after your license expires, you can simply go to the DMV to renew it by bringing your ID card and medical examination report—the process is pretty quick. However, if you delay beyond one year but within three years, you'll need to retake the written test (subject one), which can be annoying and time-consuming. If you wait over three years, your license gets revoked entirely, and you'll have to start from scratch with all the exams, just like a beginner. I recommend everyone check their license expiration date annually and set phone reminders to avoid expiration. Otherwise, driving with an expired license could lead to fines from traffic police, and in case of accidents or collisions, insurance won't cover you—what a loss! Safe driving is no joke, and keeping your license updated is a way to protect yourself.
