How often is a driver's license reviewed?

[VonKimberly]

Driver's licenses are reviewed every 6 years, except for Class A and Class B licenses. For other license types, the review is required every 6 years, and you only need to renew the license at the vehicle management office within three months before its expiration. Failure to undergo timely review may result in point deductions or fines. It's also important to note that Class A and Class B licenses may be subject to downgrading. If a holder of a Class A or Class B license accumulates 12 penalty points within a single scoring cycle, they will face a downgrade penalty. Additionally, if the license hasn't been reviewed for over 36 months, a downgrade penalty will also apply, along with a fine of 500 yuan. Furthermore, drivers aged 60 or above, or those planning to undergo the review process in a different location, are required to submit a "Driver's Physical Condition Certificate."

[MacElaina]

I've driven several types of vehicles, and the annual review rules for driver's licenses are quite complex. Currently, a Class C license basically doesn't require annual review, and you only need to renew it after 6 years from the initial issuance. The prerequisite is that you haven't accumulated 12 penalty points in any scoring cycle, so you can then renew it for a 10-year validity period. If you maintain another 10 years without reaching 12 points, you can get a lifetime license. However, it's important to note that for Class A and B licenses (for driving large trucks), even if you get just 1 penalty point, you must attend the annual review study session at the end of the year. Drivers over 70 years old must undergo an annual medical examination and submit the proof—don't forget this. New drivers are advised to download the Traffic Management 12123 app, which will notify you promptly about all upcoming deadlines.

[DelAdalynn]

Last time I accompanied a friend to renew their license, I realized that the inspection requirements vary greatly for different licenses. For a standard car license (C-class), there's no need for annual inspections—it all depends on the renewal cycle: 6 years for the first time, then 10 years if you've been driving safely, and finally a permanent license. However, it's much more complicated for commercial vehicle licenses (A/B-class). Any demerit points, even just 3 points for a parking ticket, require an inspection. I know a transport driver who had to take three hours of mandatory classes just because he got 6 points for speeding last year. If you accumulate 12 points, it's even worse—you have to retake the written test (Subject 1) for all licenses. Oh, and don’t forget the annual medical check-up after turning 70. My uncle learned this the hard way—he almost had his license revoked.

[KhloeLynn]

Attention new drivers! Your driver's license doesn't require annual review. For C-class licenses, management is based on renewal periods: the initial license is valid for 6 years, safe driving earns a 10-year license, and another decade of safe driving qualifies for a lifetime license. However, AB-class licenses for large vehicles have stricter rules - any demerit points within a year require mandatory study and review within 30 days after the scoring cycle ends. All license holders must retake the theory test if they accumulate 12 penalty points. Special reminder: seniors aged 70+ need to submit annual medical reports. The DMV system will automatically send SMS reminders when due. For daily traffic violations, use the 12123 APP for processing, which allows real-time monitoring of penalty points.