The validity period of your driver's license has expired for half a year. You can proceed with the normal license renewal process. The process for renewing a driver's license that has expired for half a year is as follows: The process for renewing a license that has expired for half a year is the same as the normal renewal process. You need to prepare the relevant materials, including the original ID card, a copy of the ID card, the original driver's license, a copy of the driver's license, and three one-inch bareheaded white-background ID photos taken within the last six months. Go to the license issuance window at the vehicle management office. The staff will provide two forms: the "Motor Vehicle Driver's Physical Condition Certificate" and the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Application Form." Fill in the corresponding information according to the template provided by the vehicle management office. After filling out the forms, attach the photos. You will also need to go to the payment window to pay the medical examination fee, then take the forms and payment receipt for the medical examination. The doctor will check your vision and hearing. After the examination, the doctor will sign and stamp the forms. Then, go to the license processing hall to take a number and wait for your turn. When it's your turn, submit the forms and prepared materials to the staff and follow their instructions. If the process is fast, you can get your new driver's license on the same day. According to relevant regulations, if your driver's license has expired for less than one year, you can renew it normally. However, if it has expired for more than one year but less than three years, the license will be revoked. To restore it, you will need to pass the subject one exam to lift the revocation status before applying for a new license with a valid period. However, if your driver's license has expired for more than three years, it will be completely invalid and cannot be restored. You will need to retake the driver's license exam.
