How long before the driver's license expires can it be renewed?
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Driver's licenses can be renewed ninety days before expiration. Below is relevant information about driver's license renewal: 1. Required documents in advance: Original and photocopy of the current driver's license; Original and photocopy of ID card; Medical examination form. 2. Legal basis: According to Article 57 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses', motor vehicle drivers should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office where the license was issued or another office ninety days before the expiration of their motor vehicle driving license. When applying, an application form must be completed, and the following documents and proofs must be submitted: (1) Proof of identity of the motor vehicle driver; (2) The motor vehicle driving license; (3) A medical condition certificate issued by a county-level or above medical institution or a military medical institution at the regimental level or above. For applications for a special small automatic passenger vehicle for the disabled, a medical condition certificate issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority must be submitted.
I've been driving for twenty years, and renewing the license before it expires is crucial. According to regulations, you should apply within three months in advance, at the latest 90 days before expiration. Don’t wait until the last minute, as it’s easy to forget or face long queues. I’ve renewed mine several times—make sure to bring all required materials: original ID card, old driver’s license, two one-inch photos, and a medical report. The medical check must be done at designated centers; don’t cut corners by going to small clinics. Driving with an expired license carries significant risks, including fines or even retaking the written test—hardly worth it. I recommend completing the process 30 days in advance, and booking online can save queuing time. Safe driving starts with legal documentation—don’t underestimate this matter.
