How Long Can the Driver's License Review Be Delayed?
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Review of a driver's license can be extended for up to three years. For motor vehicle drivers who are unable to process the renewal of their driver's license, review, or submission of physical condition certificates within the specified time due to reasons such as going abroad or serving in the military, they can apply for an extension at the vehicle management office where the driver's license was issued. The maximum extension period is three years. There are 16 types of driver's licenses, and the specific vehicle models they can drive are as follows: 1. A1 (Large Bus): Permitted vehicles: large passenger vehicles. Other permitted vehicle models: A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, M. 2. A2 (Tractor): Heavy and medium-sized full trailers and semi-trailer vehicle trains. Other permitted vehicle models: B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, M. 3. A3 (City Bus): Permitted vehicles: city buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers. Other permitted vehicle models: C1, C2, C3, C4. 4. B1 (Medium Bus): Permitted vehicles: medium passenger vehicles (including city buses with a capacity of 10 to 19 passengers).
I've been driving heavy trucks for almost thirty years, and I've often encountered the issue of driver's license renewal extensions. According to traffic regulations, after a driver's license expires, you generally have a one-year grace period to renew it. If you exceed one year, you'll have to retake the exams, including the theory test (subject one) and others. Once, I was too busy and forgot about it, and when I went to renew it three months late, I was fined 200 yuan and it delayed my work schedule. I advise everyone not to procrastinate. You can check your driver's license status using the Traffic Management 12123 APP, which can remind you one or two months in advance. Safe driving is a serious matter, and incomplete documents can cause problems with insurance claims. It’s even more troublesome if you get pulled over by traffic police. Develop good habits, pay attention to reminders and notifications, and bring your ID card and photos when renewing your license—it saves both time and effort.
