Where to Get a Physical Examination for Driver's License Renewal in 2021?
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Renewal requires a physical examination, and you need to provide a medical certificate from a county-level or above hospital (free physical examinations are also available at the vehicle management office). Materials required for renewal: Bring two copies of your ID card, two recent 1-inch bareheaded color photos, the original ID card, the original driver's license, and a medical certificate from a county-level or above hospital (free physical examinations are also available at the vehicle management office). Renewal process: The motor vehicle driver should bring the required materials to the vehicle management office where the driver's license was issued to apply for renewal. The vehicle management office will process the renewal within one working day after approval. Regulations on the expiration of driver's licenses: If the license has been expired for less than one year, it can be renewed normally; if it has been expired for more than one year but less than three years, the license will be canceled, but it can be renewed by passing the subject one exam; if it has been expired for more than three years, the license will be invalid and cannot be renewed.
I also renewed my driver's license in 2021 and went to a public hospital in the city center for the medical exam, which had a dedicated driver's license check-up window. The whole process went smoothly. The tests included vision, color blindness, hearing, and finger mobility, taking about 20 minutes and costing around 50 yuan. I recommend checking the local DMV website beforehand for a list of approved hospitals to avoid going to the wrong place. I also brought copies of my ID and old license photos to save time. During the pandemic, masks are required, but the process remains largely unchanged. If you live in the suburbs, county-level hospitals are also acceptable as long as they provide reliable service. The medical report is issued on-site and can be used directly for license renewal. Remember to go on weekdays to avoid crowds, and bring some cash in case QR code scanning fails.
