The first driver's license is valid for 6 years, how many years for the second?
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The initial driver's license is valid for 6 years. After the first renewal, if there is no record of accumulating 12 penalty points, it will be replaced with a 10-year valid license, meaning the second renewal will be after another 10 years. If there is no record of accumulating 12 penalty points, it will be replaced with a permanently valid driver's license. Here are the relevant details: Regulations: According to regulations, anyone aged 60 or older, regardless of the type of driver's license they hold, must undergo an annual physical examination at the local vehicle management office during the annual review period and fill out the Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form. If the age reaches 70, one can no longer apply for a C1 driver's license. Driver's License Renewal: Prepare personal documents, including two white-background passport photos, the original ID card, and the original driver's license. Submit the physical examination materials and photos at the service window, along with the old version of the driver's license.
The first time I got my driver's license, it was valid for 6 years. I drove for several years without any accidents. When I renewed it the second time, I found out it was valid for 10 years, which saved me a lot of hassle. If your driving record is clean, with no violations or accidents, passing the medical check-up when applying for renewal can get you this longer validity period. After ten years, I heard you can get an even longer one when renewing again, but I haven’t reached that stage yet. Practicing safe driving habits like not speeding or drunk driving can both save lives and make license renewal easier—killing two birds with one stone. I recommend new drivers develop good habits from the start to avoid issues when renewing. Remember to visit the DMV one month before expiration to handle the paperwork, bringing your ID card and medical report, so you don’t delay things.
