Can I complete the transfer of a used car without being present in person?
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The owner can complete the vehicle transfer without being present in person. Below is an introduction to the vehicle transfer process: 1. Fill out the contract: Obtain the motor vehicle sales contract at the service window and fill it out. 2. Vehicle inspection: Drive the vehicle directly to the transfer inspection area for inspection, photography, VIN tracing, and license plate removal, then fill out the inspection record form. 3. Complete the procedures: Once all steps are completed, drive the vehicle back to the parking lot and proceed to the transfer hall to complete the formalities. 4. Pay the fees: After returning to the transfer hall, take a number, queue up, and wait for your turn. The staff will confirm that the vehicle has no traffic violations before starting the transfer process, and the transfer fee must be paid. After payment, proceed to the transfer acceptance window to complete the relevant procedures. Once the transfer acceptance is completed, you can select a new license plate number and receive the new license plate, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license, marking the completion of the transfer.
When I sold my car, I happened to be on a business trip in another city, so I asked a friend to help with the transfer process. It's acceptable for the car owner not to be present, but a power of attorney must be prepared in advance and signed by hand. I simply mailed my ID card to my friend, who then took my original power of attorney and ID card, along with his own ID card, the vehicle registration certificate, and the driving license, to the DMV. The whole process only took half a day. However, it's important to note that different cities have different requirements for the format of the power of attorney. It's best to call the local DMV in advance to find out what specific documents are needed to avoid a wasted trip. Also, remember that any vehicle violations must be settled before the transfer can be completed.
At our community's vehicle management office, we see agents handling vehicle transfers every week. According to regulations, the original owner does not need to be present in person, but the key is that the power of attorney procedures must be complete. You need to prepare the original ID cards of both parties, the vehicle registration certificate, the driving license, the tax payment certificate, plus a notarized power of attorney. Here's a reminder: the power of attorney has a standard format at the vehicle management office, which must be downloaded, filled out, and signed with fingerprints by both parties. On the day of the transfer, the agent needs to queue at the certification window, and after paying the transfer fee, the new driving license can be obtained in about two hours. Nowadays, many agencies offer transfer agent services, and spending two hundred yuan can save a lot of trouble.
