How many years after the first six-year renewal is the next renewal?
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The first renewal of a driver's license is valid for 6 years. If no 12-point deduction occurs within these 6 years, the second renewal will be valid for 10 years. If the driver has not accumulated 12 points in any scoring cycle during the six-year validity period of the license, they will be issued a driver's license valid for 10 years. If the driver again has no 12-point deductions in any scoring cycle during the 10-year validity period, they will finally be issued a long-term valid driver's license. The driver should bring the required materials to the vehicle management office where the license was originally issued to apply for renewal. The office will process the renewal within one working day upon approval. Besides applying at the vehicle management office, renewal can also be done through the following methods: Renewal via the Traffic Management 12123 APP. Download the app, select Service Center -- Expiration Renewal Service -- fill in the required information. The new license is usually delivered by mail. Visit a police-medical-post service point at a postal office for renewal. The process, from registration and health check to the production of the new license, takes only half an hour. Currently, this service is available only in a few cities, such as Hangzhou.
I remember a few years ago when my driver's license was about to expire after six years, I went to the DMV to renew it. The staff checked my record and, since I hadn't accumulated twelve penalty points, issued me a new license valid for ten years. After ten years, if I still haven't committed any major violations, the license will become permanently valid. Now, I've developed better driving habits, regularly check my violation records, and set up phone reminders for renewal deadlines. Safety comes first, so I make sure to get a medical check-up before renewing my license and avoid last-minute rushes. I also maintain my car properly and follow traffic rules diligently to avoid any delays in the renewal process.
I've been driving for most of my life and have seen many license renewal cycles. The first renewal after six years, as long as you pass the physical exam and traffic violation review, you can get a license valid for ten years. After ten years, under the same conditions, you can renew again for a long-term license. I recommend everyone maintain good driving habits—don't speed or drink and drive, and check for violations regularly. When renewing, bring all required documents and go to the DMV early to avoid disrupting daily travel. Safe driving is the priority, and having a longer license validity period saves a lot of hassle.
