Can a person without a driver's license buy a car and register it under their own name?
3 Answers
A person without a driver's license can buy a car and register it under their own name. Not having a driver's license does not affect the owner's ability to register the vehicle. Only an ID card is required for the purchase, including obtaining license plates and purchasing insurance—none of these require a driver's license. The vehicle owner must fill out the motor vehicle registration application form and submit the required documents to the local vehicle management office at their place of residence to apply for vehicle registration and inspection. Documents required for registration include: 1. Proof of identity of the vehicle owner; 2. Proof of vehicle origin, such as the purchase invoice; 3. Proof of compliance for the whole vehicle from the manufacturer or import documentation for imported vehicles; 4. Proof of payment or exemption for vehicle purchase tax; 5. Proof of compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance; 6. Proof of payment or exemption for vehicle and vessel tax; 7. Other proofs or documents required by laws and regulations for motor vehicle registration.
People without a driver's license can absolutely buy a car and register it under their own name. I've encountered this situation quite often. Essentially, buying a car is a property ownership transaction, just like buying a house. You don't need a driver's license—just your ID card to complete the registration at the vehicle management office. The process is quite simple: bring your ID card, invoice, and vehicle certification, and it won’t take much time to get it done. However, the issue is, you can't drive the car after buying it! Because driving legally requires a driver's license—otherwise, it’s considered unlicensed driving, which carries huge risks, including fines and vehicle confiscation. My advice is, if you're planning to buy a car, you can prepare in advance—for example, buying it and keeping it parked until you obtain your license, or asking a licensed friend to help drive it for inspections. Additionally, insurance companies might ask for your driver's license details when purchasing a policy, but it’s allowed to insure the car as the owner—just be mindful of claims processing. This situation highlights the separation of vehicle ownership and usage rights, which is quite interesting.
I've seen quite a few car enthusiasts buy new cars and register them under their own names without a driver's license. It seems pretty common. You don't need a license to buy and register a car—just take your ID card to complete the household registration. The vehicle management office only checks if you're a legal citizen and can prove the car is yours. The problem is, buying a car and not driving it is like wasting money! You need someone to drive it, otherwise, it just sits at home or in the garage. Some people buy cars for collection or investment, like purchasing a vintage car to preserve its value. As for insurance, you can get basic car insurance, whether it's comprehensive or third-party liability, but the driver must be legal when making a claim. I think getting a driver's license early is the key—don't wait until the car collects dust. This makes me think about car culture—some people simply love cars as display pieces, which is quite fun and at least ensures no traffic violations.
