What materials are needed for the first-time driver's license renewal?
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For the first-time driver's license renewal, you need to provide the motor vehicle driver's license, the driver's ID card, the motor vehicle driver's physical condition certificate, and four recent passport-style photos of the driver taken within the last six months. With these materials, you can proceed with the driver's license renewal. Below are some important notes for driver's license renewal: 1. Clear all violations before renewal: Ensure all traffic violations are settled, fines are paid, and demerit points are cleared before renewal. Otherwise, the vehicle management office will not issue a new license. 2. Demerit point regulations: If during the validity period of the driver's license, any scoring cycle records 12 points, you will not be eligible for a license with a longer validity period. 3. Renewal time: If the driver's license has expired for less than one year, the renewal process follows the normal procedure. If the license has expired for more than one year but less than three years, the license will be canceled, but you can still renew it by passing the subject one exam. If the license has expired for more than three years, it will be invalid and cannot be renewed.
I just went through my first driver's license renewal last year, and the whole process was quite smooth as long as all materials were prepared. Remember to bring your original ID card and a photocopy for quick identity verification. You must bring your original driver's license as they will take the old one. You also need to undergo a simple medical check-up at the hospital, mainly for vision and hearing tests to ensure you're physically fit for safe driving. I brought two one-inch color photos with a blue background, and the application form can be filled out on-site at the DMV. The fee is around 50 RMB, and both card and cash payments are accepted. I recommend going on a weekday morning when it's less crowded and there's no need to queue. The entire process takes less than half an hour, but keep in mind that the medical report is only valid for 60 days, so don't delay the renewal until it expires. If you have any questions, it's best to call the local DMV in advance to confirm the specific details.