What to Do If Driver's License Expires for Three Months?
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Handling methods for a driver's license expired for three months: 1. Within one year after expiration: The driver should apply for renewal at the vehicle management office within 90 days (three months) before the expiration of the license's validity period. Renewal can still be processed normally within one year after expiration. 2. Between one to three years after expiration: The driver's license will be revoked, and the holder needs to retake the subject one exam to obtain a new license. If the license has been expired for more than three years, it will be directly invalidated. The initial renewal period for a driver's license is 6 years. If no 12-point deduction occurs in any cycle during these 6 years, a 10-year validity license will be issued upon renewal. If there is a record of 12-point deduction for more than one year, a 6-year validity license will still be issued. When the 10-year license expires, if no 12-point deduction has occurred in any cycle, a long-term valid driver's license can be issued.
I've been driving for over a decade, and my driver's license almost expired three months ago. Act quickly and absolutely don't drive anymore—if caught, it counts as driving without a license, resulting in a direct fine of 2000 RMB and vehicle impoundment. Hurry to the DMV to renew your license, bringing your ID card, old driver's license, and a one-inch white-background photo. Nowadays, many places have self-service kiosks for medical checks, testing vision and hearing, costing just a few dozen RMB in fees and getting it done quickly. Remember to book an appointment in advance via the Traffic Management 12123 app to avoid queues. The new license can be issued on the spot, but if you exceed one year without renewal, you'll have to retake the written test—what a hassle. Set a reminder on your phone to renew it 90 days before expiration; I've learned my lesson. Driving without a license is more dangerous than driving with broken headlights—it's a legal liability issue.
