What materials are needed to renew an expired driver's license?
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An expired driver's license can be renewed within six months. The time regulations for renewing a driver's license are as follows: If the license has been expired for less than one year, it can be renewed normally; if it has been expired for more than one year but less than three years, the license will be canceled, but it can be renewed by passing the subject one exam; if it has been expired for more than three years, the license will become invalid and cannot be renewed. Renewal and inspection must meet the following conditions: The holder of a large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's license has no demerit points in the current scoring cycle, or the holder of other types of driver's licenses has not accumulated 12 demerit points in the current scoring cycle; The holder of a large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's license has demerit points in a scoring cycle, or the holder of other types of driver's licenses who has caused a traffic accident resulting in death and bears equal or greater responsibility without having their driver's license revoked has participated in the inspection education; The applicant has no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents; The applicant's physical condition meets the driving license requirements; The driver's license is not seized, detained, temporarily suspended, revoked, canceled, or rescinded by law.
I just renewed my driver's license, and the process went smoothly. The required documents are straightforward: bring your original ID card and copies (two copies as backup), the old driver's license (both the main card and the duplicate), and two recent one-inch bareheaded photos with a white background (remember not to wear hats or glasses—getting them taken at a photo studio is the safest bet). The most important thing is the medical examination report. I went to a designated hospital near my home for the check-up, which included a vision test (each eye must have at least 5.0 vision), a hearing test, and a simple coordination test for hands and feet. Just make sure to get the stamped report. I also filled out an application form, and there were templates available at the vehicle management office. Remember to bring cash or a bank card to pay the processing fee, usually around 20-50 yuan. I recommend booking an appointment in advance on the Traffic Management 12123 APP to avoid peak days and save time. If your documents are incomplete, you might make a wasted trip, which could be a big hassle if it delays your driving. So, it’s best to prepare everything at least a week in advance. If your license expires and you don’t renew it, the insurance company won’t cover you in case of an accident—that’s a serious matter.
