How long does it take to renew an expired driver's license on 12123?
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The new driver's license is issued on the same day when renewing an expired license. Renewal period: Within ninety days before the expiration of the driver's license, apply for renewal at the vehicle management office where the motor vehicle driver's license was issued or at any other vehicle management office. The renewal must be done in advance. If not done in advance, driving is not allowed during the expired period. Procedures: The driver's license renewal has been implemented nationwide. Drivers can prepare the original and copy of the driver's license, original and photocopy of ID card, physical condition certificate, and a one-inch color front-facing photo with a white background to apply for renewal in any city across the country.
I just renewed my driver's license last month using the 12123 app, and the whole process was incredibly convenient. I spent half an hour getting a medical check-up at the hospital in advance, then went home and submitted my application on the app, uploading a pre-taken white-background ID photo at the same time. The review was lightning fast—I submitted it in the morning and got approved by the afternoon. I opted for mail delivery, and the entire process from application to receiving my new license took only three days. However, I've heard that in some places where the DMV is busy, it might take up to a week. But my experience felt highly efficient, and I'd recommend avoiding the end-of-month rush for smoother processing. The mailing fee was 20 yuan, and the license production fee was 10 yuan—everything was done via smartphone without ever leaving home.
