How to Renew a Driver's License That Has Expired for a Few Days?
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Driving with an expired driver's license will be treated as driving without a license. The traffic management department of the public security authority will impose penalties, which may include detention for up to 15 days. Within a one-year period, you can bring the expired driver's license and a physical examination certificate to reapply for a new license. Drivers should apply for license renewal at the vehicle management office where the driver's license was originally issued or at any other vehicle management office 90 days before the expiration date of the driver's license.
You can still renew your driver's license within three days after expiration through the normal procedure. I just did it last month. Remember to bring your ID card, old driver's license, and a 1-inch white background photo when going to the DMV. You'll get an on-site physical exam form for vision and color blindness tests. For out-of-town renewal, an additional residence permit is required. The whole process takes about an hour with a 10-yuan fee. If it's expired for over a year, you'll need to retake the written test (Subject 1), so don't delay. The traffic management 12123 APP also allows license renewal applications, but expired licenses must be processed offline at the counter.
My driver's license just expired five days ago last week, and based on personal experience, I can tell you there's still plenty of time. The key is to act immediately: first, make an appointment at the nearby DMV, wear dark-colored clothes for the ID photo, and don't forget to bring cash and a copy of your ID card. The physical exam will check for color blindness, so if you're nearsighted, remember to wear your glasses. The staff mentioned that licenses expired within three years are considered overdue for renewal, and only those expired for more than three years require a full retest. Recently, self-service physical exam machines have been added, making it very convenient without the need to visit a hospital.
