Can National V Vehicles Still Be Licensed in Tianjin?
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Currently, National V vehicles cannot be licensed in Tianjin. Tianjin officially implemented the National VI emission standards starting from July 1, 2019. After July 1, vehicles that do not meet the National VI emission standards will be prohibited from being sold, registered, or transferred into the city. A two-month transition period was provided for vehicle owners. Owners of National V emission standard vehicles purchased before July 1 can complete registration or transfer procedures at the local vehicle management office before October 1 with valid documents. Paying Purchase Tax: After deciding whether to obtain a Tianjin license plate or an out-of-town license plate, the purchase tax should be paid. According to regulations, the vehicle purchase tax must be paid in the vehicle's registered location. If choosing a Tianjin license plate, the tax must be paid in Tianjin; if opting for an out-of-town license plate, the tax must be paid in the respective out-of-town location. Documents Required for Licensing: A variety of documents are required for the licensing process, such as the import vehicle inspection form, vehicle information sheet, certificate of import goods, vehicle conformity certificate, invoice, etc. If the product names on these documents do not match, the licensing procedure cannot be completed.
During my years of driving in Tianjin, I've noticed the emission standards getting increasingly stringent. It's indeed quite difficult to register vehicles that only meet the China 5 emission standards, especially since the nationwide implementation of China 6 standards in the second half of 2023, which requires all new vehicles to comply. As a key city, Tianjin has long followed this policy, making it nearly impossible to register new China 5 vehicles. For used car transfers, while theoretically there might be a chance if the emission test is passed, in practice, it's often problematic. A friend of mine tried to buy a China 5 used car last year, but the vehicle management office rejected it due to failing the emission test, costing him the inspection fee for nothing. I recommend checking the latest announcements on the Tianjin Traffic Management Bureau's official website or calling the 0122 hotline for direct inquiries. Avoid relying on hearsay—this concerns environmental protection and regulations, so it's best to play it safe to avoid unnecessary trouble.
