Where to Renew a Driver's License?
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Renewing a driver's license should be applied for at the vehicle management office where the license was originally issued or at a vehicle management office outside the original issuing jurisdiction within 90 days before the expiration of the current driver's license. If the driver's household registration has moved out of the jurisdiction of the original vehicle management office, the renewal should be applied for at the vehicle management office of the new jurisdiction. The materials required for renewing an expired driver's license include: the original driver's license and the driver's original ID card, three one-inch color photos with a white background, and a physical condition certificate issued by a county-level or higher medical institution or a military medical institution at the regimental level or above. It is important to note that before applying for renewal, the driver should resolve any traffic violations or unpaid fines, otherwise the vehicle management office will not process the renewal.
I've been driving for twenty years and am quite familiar with the process of renewing a driver's license. It's usually handled at the vehicle management office, which specializes in vehicle documentation. Bring your original ID card, old driver's license, one or two one-inch photos, and a medical examination report—vision and color blindness tests are quick and simple. The fee is minimal, just a few dozen yuan, payable in cash or via QR code. Remember to check the local vehicle management office's address and business hours in advance, and avoid going during Monday morning rush hour to queue. Online appointment is convenient and saves time and effort—just fill out a form on your phone. Renew your license early; don't wait until it expires, or you might face fines or be unable to drive, which is troublesome. I recommend preparing the materials during your annual medical check-up as a good habit—safety first.
