What happens to a license if the required renewal fee isn't paid before the expiration date?

When the required renewal fee is not paid before the expiration date, the license becomes null and void. This means that the individual is no longer legally allowed to perform any work that requires that specific license. Licenses are issued with the understanding that they will be regularly renewed in order to maintain compliance with local regulations. Failing to pay the renewal fee indicates a lack of compliance, thus invalidating the license.

Other options may imply continued validity or alternative actions that are not allowed under licensing regulations. For instance, remaining active or automatic renewal would suggest that the license continues in some capacity, which is not the case if the fee is overdue. Transferring the license to another person is also not permissible under these conditions, as the license is tied to the individual who obtained it, and it must be kept in good standing for it to be transferred or renewed.