
When your driver's license is about to expire, you can apply for a renewal at the vehicle office within 90 days before the expiration date. Precautions for expired driver's license: According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, if a driver's license is not renewed for more than one year after its expiration date, it will be automatically revoked. If it exceeds two years, the driver must pass the subject one exam to restore the license's normal use. If the license has been revoked for more than two years, the driver must reapply for a new one. Invalid license: It is important to note that driving with an expired license is not permitted. Driving with an expired license is considered driving without a license or is treated as such.

I just renewed my driver's license last month in Fangshan, and I recommend going to the Fangshan Traffic Detachment Vehicle Station. It's located west of Zhangzhuang Village, Yancun Town. Take the Fangshan subway line to Yancun Station, then transfer to a bus. Remember to bring your ID card, old driver's license, and three one-inch white background photos. The most important thing is to get a medical examination report from a designated hospital in advance. On weekdays, there aren't many people, and the queuing process with ticket numbers is quite fast. After filling out the application form, you can get your new license in about half an hour. By the way, you can now renew your license up to 90 days in advance, so don't wait until it expires. Parking nearby isn't very convenient, so taking a taxi or bus is recommended for a hassle-free trip.

When handling traffic violations in Fangshan, I discovered that the Traffic Police Detachment Enforcement Station also offers license replacement services, located at No. 10 Zhengtong Road, Gongchen Street. This place is convenient as no appointment is needed—just in and get it done, though it's best to avoid the end-of-month rush. The process is similar to the DMV, but with fewer windows, the wait can be slightly longer. A pleasant surprise was the self-service medical exam machine in the hall. If you forget your medical report, you can get it done on-site for 50 yuan in about ten minutes. A reminder: wear dark-colored clothes for the photo, and before collecting your license, double-check your personal information for accuracy. Last time, I saw someone had to redo theirs due to a wrong birthdate, which wasted time.

Highly recommend using the post office for this! The Beijing Post Liangxiang Branch (No. 52, Gongchen Street, Liangxiang) near my home can handle it. Bring all the required documents, and the clerk will complete the application in just 15 minutes. The new driver's license was mailed to my home in three days with a shipping fee of 35 yuan. The advantages are numerous branches and long business hours, even available on weekends. Remember to check the 12123 APP in advance to confirm which post offices offer this service to avoid a wasted trip. The downside is that you must first undergo a medical examination at designated locations like the Union Hospital Fangshan Branch—don’t make the same mistake I did by going to the post office first without it.

Sharing a practical tip: Booking an appointment at Fangshan Vehicle Station via the 12123 APP at home saves more time. Opting for mail delivery means you don't even need to visit the site, but make sure your medical report and photos are uploaded clearly. Here's a lesser-known fact: Some driving school service points in Fangshan, like the Bus Driving School, can also handle license renewal, which is perfect for those who are there for training. A special reminder for myopic friends: The vision requirement for the license renewal medical check is above 4.9, so remember to wear your glasses to avoid getting stuck at this step. There are self-service photo booths on-site, but the photos turn out really unflattering, so bringing your own photos is recommended.

There are three main locations for driver's license renewal in Fangshan: The Vehicle Station is suitable for those who need to get their license on the spot, remember to navigate to Fangshan Traffic Detachment Vehicle Management Station; the Traffic Team Law Enforcement Station can also handle traffic violations; Postal outlets are the most convenient but require a complete medical report. Based on experience, weekdays at 9 AM have the fewest people, and the entire process can be completed in 40 minutes. Important reminder: the medical report is valid for six months, take a photo with your phone for backup to avoid reapplication. The medical examination department at Fangshan Hospital stops accepting after 4 PM, so it's recommended to have the medical check in the morning and process the license in the afternoon to get everything done in one day.


