What is the process for renewing a driver's license in 2021?
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Before renewing your license, check if there are any outstanding traffic violations. If there are, you must settle them first; otherwise, the renewal will not be processed. You can renew your license up to 90 days in advance. Plan your time wisely to avoid expiration. If your license expires and you are caught by traffic police without renewing it, you will be fined but not penalized with demerit points. Prepare two 1-inch photos and a medical examination certificate. One photo should be affixed to the top right corner of the medical examination form, and the other will be used for the new license.
I remember the driver's license renewal last year was quite simple. First, I went to a nearby medical examination site for a routine check-up, just basic vision and heartbeat tests. Remember to bring three 1-inch white-background photos and your original ID card. The Traffic Management 12123 APP is super convenient - after uploading the materials, I directly booked an appointment at the vehicle management office window. It only took ten minutes to get the new license. Oh, and don't forget to handle any traffic violation records in advance, otherwise you might get stuck. The whole process took two days - half a day for the medical check and half a day for processing, with costs just being a few dozen yuan for the medical fee and certificate fee. It's recommended to do it within 90 days in advance. If you exceed one year, you'll have to retake the subject one exam.
