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What to Do When the Driver's License Inspection Validity Period Expires?

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CodyDella
09/03/25 4:57am
Before the vehicle inspection, the vehicle owner should prepare a series of materials required for the inspection, such as the original driver's license, ID card, etc. When the inspection validity period of the driving license expires, you should go to the local vehicle management office for the inspection. If the annual inspection and license renewal are not done in time, the vehicle will not be legally allowed on the road.
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MacNatalie
09/15/25 6:29am
I just renewed my driver's license, and the process was quite straightforward. Bring your ID card, original driver's license, and reading glasses to the DMV. First, fill out an application form, then go to the adjacent medical checkup point for vision and hearing tests. Nowadays, the medical checkup points have self-service machines - swipe your ID, take a photo, and complete the vision test in just five minutes. However, I recommend going early to avoid queues. Last time I arrived at 9 AM and still waited for forty minutes. The entire process took nearly two hours. After the medical checkup, submit the report back to the DMV counter, and the staff will print your new license on the spot. Note that the supplemental page of the license will be replaced with a new one. The main card remains unchanged, but the validity period is updated. Be careful not to let it expire for over a year, otherwise you'll have to retake the written test (Subject 1) and pay double fees for late penalties and medical checkups.
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LeFernando
10/29/25 7:08am
Just completed my driver's license renewal last week, sharing some practical tips. First, pay attention to the expiration date - you can start the process three months in advance. Bring your original driver's license and ID card. The medical exam mainly tests vision, hearing, and color perception - remember to bring your glasses if needed. Payment is convenient now, just scan the QR code on-site to pay the 80 yuan fee for processing and medical exam. Nowadays, there are 24-hour self-service kiosks everywhere. Last time I stopped by the community police station after work and finished the medical exam and photo in just ten minutes. The renewal mainly checks for traffic violations - any outstanding penalty points must be cleared at the traffic police station first. When your renewal period is complete, remember to attach the newly printed validity page behind the original license. The DMV will also send SMS reminders for your next renewal date.
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