Can I transfer my car to someone else without going in person?
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Yes, you can authorize someone else to handle the transfer on your behalf. You need to sign a power of attorney and provide your original ID card, the agent's original ID card, and other required documents. Additional information is as follows: For the seller (original owner): 1. Original and photocopy of the original owner's ID card / original and photocopy of the agent's ID card; 2. Original and photocopy of the vehicle registration certificate; 3. Original and photocopy of the vehicle license; 4. Original and photocopy of the red copy of the original purchase invoice or the last transfer invoice; 5. Proof of completed vehicle purchase tax; 6. If the seller is an organization, the original and photocopy of the organization code certificate with the official seal are required. For the buyer (new owner): 1. Original and photocopy of the new owner's ID card / original and photocopy of the agent's ID card; 2. Vehicle registration, transfer, and cancellation form / application for transfer; 3. If the city has purchase restrictions, the original and photocopy of the lottery result for the car purchase quota are also required; 4. If the buyer is from another city and wants a local license plate, a temporary residence permit is needed; 5. If the buyer is an organization, the original and photocopy of the organization code certificate with the official seal are required.
I've handled vehicle transfer procedures for friends more than ten times. As long as the documents are complete, the owner really doesn't need to appear in person. Just prepare the three essential items: original ID card, vehicle license, and green registration book, plus a handwritten power of attorney. Important reminder - the power of attorney must clearly state the agent's name and ID number, and it's safer to include a phrase like 'authorized to handle vehicle transfer registration'. The DMV now has remote verification procedures, so it's best to have the agent take photos and confirm with the counter in advance. Oh, and if the selling price is written too low, they might require a re-evaluation. Such details should be specified in the power of attorney terms, otherwise the agent can't make decisions on the spot.
Having worked at the DMV counter for seven years, I've seen 90% of car owners hire agents to handle vehicle transfers. The key is to prepare all materials thoroughly: The authorized person's ID copy must be marked 'For XX vehicle transfer only' with a fingerprint, and the buyer's information section on page 3 of the vehicle registration certificate must be signed in advance. A reminder: Company transfers require the official seal and business license copy, while individual owners have simpler procedures. Here's a tip: If the buyer's agent comes to process, it's safer to bring a video authorization from the owner - many counters now accept this.
