Can I get my car inspected during the October holiday?
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You cannot get your car inspected during the October holiday. Statutory holidays: Because the National Day is a statutory holiday, the vehicle management office will also be closed. Although there may be staff on duty, they will not handle business. After all, these seven days of statutory holidays are what everyone looks forward to, and car inspections are generally not conducted during this time. Working hours: The working hours of vehicle management offices vary in different regions. Some are from 8:30 to 18:00, while others are from 9:00 to 19:00, and the working days are from Monday to Friday. However, not all offices follow this schedule. Some offices are open from Saturday to Sunday, with longer working hours.
I recently dealt with my vehicle inspection, coincidentally right before last year's National Day holiday. Both the DMV and inspection stations were mostly closed during the holiday, as the staff needed time off. I initially thought of getting it done during the break, but ended up making a wasted trip. Later I learned that these institutions generally don't operate on statutory holidays. If your annual inspection happens to fall in October, it's best to get it done a month early - the queues in late September are extremely long. If you really can't make it, quickly schedule an appointment after the holiday. Nowadays you can check inspection station opening hours on your phone - some private stations might open during adjusted working days, but it's best to call ahead to confirm and avoid unnecessary trips. Remember to bring your ID card, vehicle license, and compulsory insurance documents to save yourself multiple trips.
