What are the requirements for renewing a 6-year driver's license to a 10-year one?
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C1 driver's license renewal from 6 years to 10 years requires the following: the identity proof of the motor vehicle driver; the motor vehicle driver's license; and a medical certificate issued by a county-level or higher medical institution or a military medical institution at the regimental level or above. According to Article 57 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the motor vehicle driver should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office of the issuing authority or another jurisdiction within 90 days before the expiration of the current driver's license. Below is additional information: Article 70 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" states that motor vehicle drivers must undergo regular inspections by the traffic management department of the public security authority in accordance with laws and administrative regulations. When renewing a motor vehicle driver's license under Articles 57 and 58 of these regulations, the driver must undergo an inspection by the traffic management department of the public security authority. Article 56 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" stipulates that if a motor vehicle driver has not accumulated 12 penalty points in any scoring cycle during the 6-year validity period of the driver's license, they can renew it for a 10-year validity period. If the driver has not accumulated 12 penalty points in any scoring cycle during the 10-year validity period, they can renew it for a long-term valid driver's license.
When I renewed my license for the first time, I had been driving smoothly for six years. The condition was that I hadn't accumulated 12 penalty points or been responsible for any major traffic accidents during those six years. I always drove carefully, avoiding speeding or running red lights, because accumulating too many points would be problematic. I underwent an annual physical exam, which included basic checks like vision and hearing tests. I applied at the vehicle management office with my driver's license and ID card, and now it can even be done online for faster processing. After switching to a ten-year license, I no longer have to renew it frequently, which gives me peace of mind. Safe driving isn't just about license renewal—it's about taking responsibility for myself: maintaining a safe distance, using navigation alerts, and avoiding unnecessary trouble. Having driven for over a decade, I remind new drivers to develop good habits early. Traffic violations stay on your record, so don't underestimate this issue.
