The first thing to know is that we can extend our driver’s license up to three months before it expires, this means we have plenty of time and we can certainly find a date, time and center that suits our needs. As for the expiration date, it depends on the type of license or permit. Under normal circumstances, according to AMV, these are:
renewal deadlines:
– Moped driving license, motorcycle cards (AM, A1, A2 and A) and B card: these are renewed every 10 years until 65 years. And every five years from that age.
-Professional certificates (C1, C1+E, C, C+E, D1, D1+E, D and D+E): Until the driver reaches the age of 65, the period of validity is five years. These cards must then be renewed every three years.
The good news is that we don’t have to re-examine ourselves at all, we just have to pay a fee of 24.58 euros, which is free for people over 70, and that we pass a medical examination known as a psychotechnical test. This test is used to assess the physical and psychological abilities of the person who is going to renew their card, and
consists of the following tests::
– Questions about health and personal habits.
-Measurement of blood pressure and pulmonary auscultation.
-Visual visual acuity test.
-Hearing capacity test and audiometry.
-Tests of mobility, strength and coordination.
-Psychological test.
It is possible to carry out the renewal in person, at a driver recognition center, a Traffic headquarters or office, or via the Internet. If the first option is chosen, in a center associated with the DGT, we can pass the psychotechnical test there and professionals will be responsible for all the paperwork and taking the photo that comes on our license.
In the other two cases, we must obtain the favorable test report. It depends on the Communities, but the price of the test is usually between 40 and 60 euros. In addition, we must complete a written request on an official form, pay the aforementioned fee, bring a valid DNI, passport or residence card and provide a current photo of 32 x 26 mm. Be careful taking the picture yourself, because this is a must
meet a range of requirements:
-It must be recent.
-It must be in color, black and white photos are not accepted.
-You must appreciate our face from the front perfectly, in its entirety, in the foreground and centered in the image, so profile pictures cannot be used.
Our heads cannot be covered by a hat or cap, nor can we wear sunglasses or make faces.
-The photo must have a white background and be well lit. Backgrounds of a different color won’t work, nor will our image appear blurry, dark, or distorted.
The conclusion is that, although handing in all the documents yourself may be a bit cheaper, renewing the driving license at a Center associated with the DGT is more comfortable, faster and safer, it will also be necessary to go to the psychotechnical.
You have to remember that
If all points of the driver’s license are lost, it cannot be renewedyou must first take a 24-hour traffic awareness and re-education course and take a theoretical exam on the knowledge gained in that course at the Provincial Headquarters or Local Traffic Service.
The tests of the psychotechnical test determine whether a person is fit to drive. The vast majority of drivers usually pass without any problems, but an unfavorable report on these tests by the accreditation center can lead to refusal of the renewal of the license.
In addition to a negative report, suffering from a visual or hearing impairment, serious, chronic or irreversible diseases, defects in the musculoskeletal system or even due to short stature, suggest the renewal of a driver’s license or permit. If so, candidates must provide a favorable medical report and their situation will be assessed in each specific case.
Source: La Verdad
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