What is the renewal period for a driver's license?
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The renewal periods for a driver's license are 6 years, 10 years, and long-term validity. More details about the renewal periods for a driver's license are as follows: 6 years: Normally, the initial driver's license is valid for 6 years. 10 years: If the driver accumulates 12 penalty points within 6 years, the license will be renewed for another 6 years upon expiration. Only if the driver does not accumulate 12 penalty points within the next 6 years, the license will then be renewed for 10 years. Long-term validity: If the driver does not accumulate 12 penalty points within 10 years, the license can be renewed for long-term validity. Renewal and inspection must meet the following conditions: Holders of large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, or large trucks must have no penalty points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other types of driving licenses must have less than 12 penalty points in the current scoring cycle; Holders of large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, or large trucks who have penalty points in a scoring cycle, as well as holders of other types of driving licenses who are involved in a traffic accident causing death and bear equal or greater responsibility without having their license revoked, must have completed the inspection education; The applicant must have no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents; the applicant's physical condition must meet the driving permit requirements; The driver's license must not be seized, detained, suspended, revoked, canceled, or withdrawn by law.
I've been driving a compact car to commute, and I remember the driver's license renewal is required every 6 years. Last time I renewed it, I had to prepare photos, my ID card, plus a medical examination report. Since I drive frequently, I know that those over 60 need an annual medical check-up, and the renewal cycle might even be shortened. Going to the DMV one month in advance is simple, but don’t delay until it expires, or you might face penalties. I suggest checking the back of your license—it shows the expiration date. Also, during renewal, it’s best to have your vision checked to ensure safe driving. I usually do regular minor maintenance to avoid hassle.
