What is the process for renewing a driver's license?
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The process for renewing a driver's license: 1. Bring the original driver's license and ID card; 2. Obtain the renewal application form at the renewal window of the traffic police department, and consult the staff for the required information to fill out; 3. Pay the medical examination fee, renewal processing fee, and digital photo fee at the payment window of the traffic police department; 4. Take the payment receipt for the medical examination and photo session; 5. Return to the original renewal window to collect the new license. According to the regulations on the application and use of motor vehicle driver's licenses, motor vehicle drivers should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office where the license was issued within 90 days before the expiration of the current license. The renewal can only be done in advance, and cannot be delayed without a valid reason. According to the regulations, it can be done up to 3 months in advance. If the license is about to expire, it should be renewed as soon as possible.
When your driver's license is about to expire, renewal is crucial. Let me remind everyone that the process is actually quite smooth. I remember the steps were clear last time: First, get a physical exam within 90 days before expiration at designated hospitals to check vision, hearing, and color recognition—just bring your ID, and the cost is only a few dozen yuan. Second, prepare the required documents, including your original license, ID copy, and a few white-background photos (I recommend taking photos in advance to save hassle). Third, choose between online or offline processing—I used the 12123 App to upload documents and got approval super fast. Finally, visit the local DMV to queue for just a few minutes and collect your new license—the whole process takes half a day. Don’t procrastinate until the expiration date; forgetting could lead to a ¥200 fine and points deduction for driving without a license. Keep an eye on renewal notices regularly to stay hassle-free.
