How many months in advance can I renew my driver's license?
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Driver's license renewal can be processed three months in advance, that is, within 90 days before expiration. Documents required for renewal: Properly filled "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form". Original "Motor Vehicle Driver's Physical Condition Certificate" issued by a medical institution at or above the county level. Original and photocopy of the applicant's identity proof; if processed by an agent, original and photocopy of the agent's identity proof are also required. Original motor vehicle driver's license. Three photos of the motor vehicle driver. Notes for renewal: If a motor vehicle driver has not accumulated 12 points in any scoring cycle during the six-year validity period of the driver's license, they can renew it for a ten-year validity period; if they have not accumulated 12 points in any scoring cycle during the ten-year validity period, they can renew it for a long-term valid driver's license.
I just renewed my driver's license, which can be done 90 days in advance, equivalent to a three-month window. Last time I went to the vehicle management office, I specifically asked the staff, and they said this standard is uniformly applied nationwide, so there's no need to fixate on the exact date. Before renewing, it's best to check on the 12123 app whether any traffic violations have been handled to avoid a wasted trip. Remember to bring your medical examination report and old driver's license. Many cities now also support on-site photo taking. If your license has expired for less than a year, you can still renew it, but if you're caught driving during the expired period, it counts as driving without a license, resulting in fines and vehicle impoundment. It's better to spare half a day to get it done three months in advance.
