What to Do If Your Driver's License Renewal Is Overdue?
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If your driver's license renewal is overdue within one year, you can still renew it normally. If it has been overdue for more than one year but less than two years, your license will be locked, and you will need to retake one subject to restore it. If it has been overdue for more than three years, you will need to take all the subjects again, just like when you first obtained your driver's license, and the cancellation will be lifted upon passing. Below is some relevant information about driver's licenses: 1. Introduction: The full name of a driver's license is the Motor Vehicle Driver's License, which is a certificate required by law for individuals who drive motor vehicles. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills, and those who lack these skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive without authorization. Generally, people cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who have mastered safe driving skills, the document that permits them to drive on the road is the 'driver's license.' This indicates that a driver's license is a 'permit.' 2. Examination Content: The test subjects include traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, and road driving (including safe and civilized driving). Before each subject test, you need to make an appointment (special circumstances can be arranged through the driving test green channel), and the test will be conducted after the appointment.
I remember a few years ago when my driver's license expired and I forgot to renew it, I panicked. The first step after expiration is to rush to the local DMV with your original driver's license, ID card, and a medical report (you can get one at any hospital). Usually, there's a small fine for overdue renewal, around 50 to 100 RMB—don't fret over the money. If it's been over a year, you'll have to retake the written test (Subject One), which is time-consuming. Don’t drive there, as driving without a valid license could lead to heavier fines or even having your car impounded. I recommend using the 12123 traffic management app to book a renewal service in advance to skip the queues. Start preparing a month before the expiration date. Safety first—failing to renew on time carries big risks, like insurance companies possibly denying claims in case of an accident.
