How long is the validity period of a temporary driver's license?
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The validity period of a temporary driver's license is six years. Below are the procedures for handling an expired driver's license: 1. Subject 1 Exam: If a motor vehicle driver's license expires for more than one year without renewal, it will be revoked. However, if the revocation period does not exceed two years, you can apply to take the Subject 1 exam at the local vehicle management office. Passing the exam will restore your license. 2. License Renewal: If the driver's license has been revoked for more than two years, you will need to retake the driving test. If your driver's license has expired, you should renew it immediately. 3. Documentation: If the driver's license has expired within one year, you can still follow the normal renewal procedures. This includes submitting a physical condition certificate issued by a county-level or military regimental-level medical institution, original and photocopies of your ID, the original driver's license, an application form for a motor vehicle driver's license, and three recent 1-inch color photos with a white background. You can choose to renew your license at the nearest traffic police detachment, vehicle management office branch, or authorized one-stop service units of public security hospitals by the traffic management department.
In China, a provisional driver's license typically refers to the learning driving permit obtained after passing Subject 1 of the driving test. This permit has a validity period of three years, which is quite long, so there's no need to worry about running out of time. When I was learning to drive, my instructor mentioned that all subjects must be passed within these three years; otherwise, you'd have to start over from Subject 1. This permit must be presented during regular driving practice and is also required for taking the tests. However, it's important to note that specific requirements may vary slightly between local vehicle management offices. Some places require candidates to complete one test within certain time intervals, so it's advisable not to wait until the final year to take Subject 2 and Subject 3. Keep that piece of paper safe—losing it would mean going through the hassle of applying for a replacement.
