How many months in advance can a driver's license be renewed?

[MacKing]

A driver's license can be renewed three months before its expiration date. According to relevant regulations, the motor vehicle driver should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office of the issuing authority within 90 days before the expiration of the motor vehicle driver's license. When applying, the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form" must be filled out. Renewal and inspection must meet the following conditions: Holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses must have no demerit points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other permitted vehicle-type driver's licenses must have fewer than 12 demerit points in the current scoring cycle; holders of large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's licenses with demerit points in a scoring cycle, as well as holders of other permitted vehicle-type driver's licenses involved in a traffic accident resulting in death and bearing equal or greater responsibility without having their motor vehicle driver's license revoked. For those who have completed the inspection education: The applicant must have no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents; the applicant's physical condition must meet the driving permit requirements; the motor vehicle driver's license must not be under circumstances of being legally seized, detained, temporarily suspended, revoked, canceled, or annulled.

[MacCamilla]

You can apply for a driver's license renewal up to 90 days before its expiration, which is roughly three months in advance. I've encountered many people who neglected this timeframe, resulting in an expired license, so I’d like to remind everyone to prepare early. Before renewing, you’ll need to prepare your original ID card, two recent one-inch photos, and a health certificate (some locations require a physical exam). You can visit the local DMV office in person or apply online via the Traffic 12123 App, which saves time and is more convenient. Driving after the expiration date is considered unlicensed driving, and if caught, you may face fines or penalty points, which can be quite troublesome. I recommend setting up an expiration reminder on the App to avoid missing the optimal renewal period. I once renewed online, and the new license arrived in just a few days.

[BrantleyLynn]

Last time I renewed my license, I got it done three months in advance because the DMV opened applications 90 days before the expiration date. Looking back, I filled out a form online, uploaded scanned copies of my ID and a photo, and the new license was mailed to me within a week. If you forget the deadline, driving with an expired license carries significant risks—I heard a friend got fined 200 yuan and received penalty points. It's best to plan ahead and not wait until the last week, otherwise you might end up stuck in long DMV queues. An additional medical certificate is mandatory, and some places even offer expedited appointment slots. In short, planning the timeline wisely saves a lot of hassle.

[DelEthan]

The license renewal can be processed 90 days in advance, so don't wait until it's almost expired to panic. As a new driver, I mistakenly thought it could only be done a few days early and almost let it expire. Just prepare your photo and ID card at the DMV or online platform, and it will be easy if you have enough time. If you're caught driving with an expired license, the fine is hefty, so it's advisable to regularly check your license status and set a calendar reminder on your phone for reliability. Adding a physical health check record can also help avoid any mishaps.