How to Restore Driver's License Eligibility?
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If the driver's license has been revoked for no more than two years, the driver can restore their driving eligibility after passing the subject one test. You can bring your ID card and driver's license to the Vehicle Management Office of the Municipal Traffic Police Detachment to apply for the restoration of your driver's license.
Last month I happened to go through the process of reinstating my driver's license and found it quite straightforward. First, check the official traffic management department website to see if you meet the requirements—mine was revoked due to excessive points, so I had to wait a full year before applying. Schedule an appointment via the 12123 app, then at the DMV, fill out an application form. The staff will direct you to take a driver's medical exam, which costs around 80 yuan. They’ll check your vision, hearing, etc., and only issue the form if everything is normal. After that, you’ll need to retake the written test (Subject 1). I spent a week practicing with the JiaKaoBaoDian app and barely passed with a 90 on exam day. Finally, submit all the documents and wait two to three days for the new license to arrive by mail. The whole process took about three weeks—just make sure to time it right after the revocation period ends, as going too early won’t be accepted.
I helped my neighbor with their driver's license reinstatement process a couple of days ago, following every step. First, confirm the type of revocation as it affects processing time—for instance, a DUI requires waiting five years. Bring the original ID card to the DMV to get a number and queue up, and don’t forget to prepare three white-background ID photos. After window review, you’ll be directed to a designated hospital for a physical exam; note that color blindness might cause issues. Before the theory test, practice more questions using 'Driving Test Master,' as the question bank has now been updated to over 2,000 questions. After passing the exam, pay a 10-yuan fee for the license and choose between on-site pickup or mail delivery. A key reminder: check if all traffic violations have been settled—outstanding fines will block the process. During the reinstatement period, driving is prohibited, so taking a taxi to handle the procedures is the safest option.
