Is there a grace period for expired drivers license in South Africa?



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According to the Road Traffic Act, If you apply for renewal of your driving licence cards before the expiry date, you are permitted to use the expired card for a period of three months, provided that they have in their possession the expired card and the receipt to confirm you have applied for renewal of the license in the vehicle at all times.

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If you apply for renewal of their driving licence cards after the expiry date will be compelled to take a temporary driver’s licence because you do not fall within the grace period.