HCP renewal question

[Billco]

I just received my HCP renewal notice in the in the mail. Previoulsy, I always renewed on line or via mail. This time the notice tells me that I am required to have a new photo, and to appear at a Driver Service Center to renew my permit. Has anyone else had this notice? Nothing at all has changed as far as name, address etc. Just curious, because I haven't had to do this in the past.

[jhc77]

Every other renewal, I think, you have to update your photo. Some folk age like fine wine while others seem to challenge Father Time to a race. Not a big deal, couple of weeks and it’s shows in the mail. 

[Raoul]

It's normal. Don't be alarmed.

[buck1032]

My wife and I both had to go in for our renewals as well.

[KahrMan]

Just did mine today. I was able to do it online. Last time I had to go in for a new photo. 

[Billco]

Thanks for the replies, folks. I received my DL renewal also(both due in Jan/18). Seems all the DL dept wants is my money, I guess they don't care so much how I look.

[No_0ne]

1 hour ago, Billco said:

Thanks for the replies, folks. I received my DL renewal also(both due in Jan/18). Seems all the DL dept wants is my money, I guess they don't care so much how I look.

Exactly.  A check (well, a debit or credit card anyway) will make all this go away ...

[hipower]

Did my last one online as well. But had a small glitch. Instead of the last photo taken...I received one with a photo from at least 2, if not 3, renewals back.

I had all black hair and beard in it. Not even close to that now.

I was told I could get another if I wanted. Just haven't gotten around to it.

[Spiffy]

I got my picture taken for my HCP and when DL time came around I could just renew mine online. My sister was mad that she had to go get a new picture when I didn't.

[bersaguy]

I got my DL renewal in the mail so thought I would try online even though the is DMV station 3 miles from my house. I went on line filled out the form paid the tab and got my new license 8 days later. I hope when my HCP renewal comes I can do it and it be just as smooth in August 2018.

[Jeb48]

Mine are do next Summer, both DL and HCP, I seem to remember at some point we are old enough (dirt is dirt) they don't think we need new pictures. Anyone know if that's true?

[mikegideon]

I'm 61 and they're making me get a picture for my HCP renewal

[bersaguy]

They told me it was optional on my DL form as to if I wanted a new picture or not. I just filled out the form and sent the bucks and got it in about 8 days. It's good now till 11/08/25.

[chances R]

last renewal 4 yrs ago required a new pic.  This time nothing but $$ required.  Turnaround 10 days.

[gregintenn]

Will photo updates be required for those of us who opted for the lifetime hcp?

[peejman]

54 minutes ago, gregintenn said:

Will photo updates be required for those of us who opted for the lifetime hcp?

I'm guessing they didn't think of that. 

[TripleGGG]

No photos for me or my wife. Renewed both online. Mine took 10 days and wife's came in 8. Debated lifetime for both of us but wasn't an option online. I wouldn't break even until 87 so no big deal.

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