What to Do If Your Driver's License Has Expired Without Annual Review?
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If your driver's license has expired without an annual review for no more than one year, you can still proceed with the normal annual review process. However, if it has been expired for one year or more, the vehicle management office will cancel your motor vehicle driver's license. The driver should apply for a replacement license at the vehicle management office where the original license was issued within 90 days before the expiration date. When applying, you need to fill out an application form and submit the following documents and proofs: 1. Identity proof: The driver's identity document. 2. Driver's license: The original motor vehicle driver's license. 3. Physical condition proof: A medical certificate issued by a county-level or higher medical institution (or a military medical institution at the regimental level or above). For those applying for a special small automatic passenger vehicle for the disabled, a medical certificate issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority is required.
That day I suddenly realized my driver's license had been expired for almost two months, and instantly broke out in a cold sweat. I immediately stopped driving, afraid of being pulled over by the police and fined or having my car impounded. The next day, I took time off to rush to the DMV, bringing my ID card and the expired license, and waited in a long line all morning. The staff at the counter told me I had to pay a 150-yuan fine and retake the written test (Subject One). I quickly reviewed traffic rules and finally passed the test, getting a new license and finally feeling at ease. The lesson was profound—never take chances driving with an expired license, as it increases accident risks and could lead to license revocation. Now I’ve set up phone reminders to check my license status every six months to ensure safety and compliance.
As a frequent business traveler, I once landed only to find my driver's license had expired—what a hassle! I immediately hailed a cab via a ride-hailing app, not daring to touch the wheel. Checking the official website, I discovered an online renewal service: upload ID photos and a medical report, pay an 80-yuan processing fee, and the new license arrived at my doorstep two days later. The process was quick but cost me a day's work. Lesson learned: Never drive with an expired license—getting caught by traffic cameras can result in fines over 300 yuan. Regularly check your documents' validity; app reminders are the most effective way to save time and avoid disrupting your routine.
