How Many Days Does It Take to Apply for a License Renewal?
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You can apply for a license renewal within 90 days before the expiration of your driver's license. If you meet the requirements, the renewal will be processed within three days. Below are the relevant details for renewing a driver's license: 1. Renewal Methods: You can apply for a license renewal either at the Vehicle Management Office or through the 12123 app. According to relevant regulations, you can apply for a license renewal within 90 days before the expiration of your driver's license. If you fail to renew the license before its expiration, you can still renew it normally if the expiration period is less than one year. However, if the expiration period exceeds one year but is less than three years, you will need to pass the subject one test to renew the license. If the expiration period exceeds three years, the driver's license will become invalid, and you will need to retake the driving test. 2. Required Materials: You will need the original ID card, a copy of the ID card, the original driver's license, a copy of the driver's license, and three one-inch white-background color photos. If you go to the Vehicle Management Office, you will need to fill out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form."
I just renewed my driver's license last year, and the whole process took about a week. After submitting the application, the DMV said it would take 7 to 10 working days to process, but I went on Monday and got the new license by Thursday. The required documents were quite simple: ID card, two one-inch photos, the old driver's license, and a medical certificate—mainly for vision testing, making sure your glasses prescription is correct. As a new driver, I was a bit nervous about my first renewal, but the process was really smooth. I booked a time slot online in advance, which saved me from queuing; after filling out and submitting the forms, they asked me to wait for an SMS notification for pickup. I recommend applying for renewal at least a month before expiration to avoid last-minute stress, fines, or driving disruptions. After getting the new license, I immediately went for a drive to test it out—it felt like my driving skills improved, as the renewal period is also a good opportunity to review your driving habits. In short, the earlier you handle it, the more at ease you'll be.
