How to Renew an Expired Driver's License and Are There Any Penalties?
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You will need the original driver's license and the original ID card of the motor vehicle driver; three one-inch color photos with a white background of yourself; and a physical condition certificate. After arriving at the vehicle management office, collect and fill out the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form," which requires pasting the photos. The vehicle management office will process the renewal within one working day upon approval. Drivers must settle any vehicle violations or unpaid fines before applying for renewal.
Sigh, once your driver's license expires, it can be really troublesome. I recently ran into this issue. I was so busy with work that I completely forgot to check the expiration date, and one day while driving, I got pulled over by the police. They fined me 200 yuan and deducted 3 points from my license—talk about frustrating! Thankfully, nothing worse happened. I immediately parked and went to the DMV to renew it. The renewal process is actually quite simple: prepare a copy of your ID, two photos, and then get your vision and hearing checked at a designated hospital. The whole thing took just one afternoon. The key thing to remember is that if your license expires for more than a year, you’ll have to retake the test, which is a huge hassle! So, I’ve learned my lesson—next time, I’ll set a phone reminder in advance or use the Traffic 12123 app to schedule an appointment and not be lazy about it. In short, never drive with an expired license—it’s bad for both your safety and your wallet!
