It looks like driver’s license renewals in Hyogo Prefecture became reservation-only starting May 11, 2026.
Reiwa 8 means 2026. It seems you won’t be able to renew unless you make a reservation.
クイズ にしつーQ
今回の予約制、予約しなくてもOKなのはどんな人？
Summary of How to Make a Reservation
Who needs to make a reservation?
- People under age 70 who have received a “driver’s license renewal notice postcard”
People who do not need to make a reservation
- People who have already completed an elderly driver training course, etc.
- People renewing before the regular renewal period (overseas travel, childbirth, etc.) *Proof is required
- People whose registered address is not in Hyogo Prefecture but are renewing their license in Hyogo Prefecture (the so-called “transit application”)
- People completing a driver’s license renewal procedure that also involves reissuing the license (loss, etc.)
What do you need to make a reservation?
- Renewal postcard
- Your current driver’s license
- If switching to a My Number driver’s license, a valid My Number Card that has not expired
When can you make a reservation?
- It is written on your renewal postcard. (It is the same as your eligible renewal period.)
Where is the renewal reservation website?
- From here (this will take you to the Hyogo Prefectural Police website.)
What should you do after making a reservation?
- A QR code will appear, so don’t forget to take a screenshot!
Lastly
Reservations are online only, so it might be confusing if you’re not used to it. If you have family members who aren’t sure how to do it, please help them out.
