How to Handle the Restoration of a Revoked Driver's License?
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You need to prepare materials such as the original ID card, a copy of the ID card, the original driver's license, and three one-inch white-background ID photos. You also need to undergo a physical examination, which can be done at a county-level or higher hospital, a military hospital, or a designated medical institution by the vehicle management office. Go to the vehicle management office to fill out the 'Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form' first, then submit all the materials to the staff at the counter. The staff will then schedule an appointment for you to take the Subject 1 exam, and after the appointment is made, you need to pay the relevant fees. After passing the Subject 1 exam, go to the certification window to collect your new driver's license.
I remember last year my driver's license was revoked because I forgot to renew it before it expired. The restoration process was actually quite simple, but it did take some time. I went to the local DMV to reapply, bringing my original ID card and a one-inch photo. First, I took a vision test, and after passing, I paid a few dozen yuan to register for the theoretical exam (Subject 1). The questions were all basic traffic rules, and brushing up on the question bank via a mobile app beforehand made it easy to pass. The whole process took a full day from morning till night, but driving out after restoration felt great. I recommend not delaying too long to avoid additional test requirements. The timing of revocation and restoration is crucial—if the revocation period exceeds one year, you might have to take more tests, adding to the hassle. Handling it early also avoids the risk of driving without a license, which would be even more counterproductive.
