Can temporary license plates be used outside the province?

[DiTalia]

Temporary license plates can be used outside the province. The following is a detailed introduction to temporary license plates: 1. Concept: A paper motor vehicle license plate that permits temporary road use of a motor vehicle, also known as a temporary driving license plate. It refers to a temporary vehicle driving certificate issued by the vehicle management department of the public security bureau before the new vehicle is officially registered. 2. Validity period: The validity period will be indicated on the temporary license plate, which can be 15, 30, or 90 days. The temporary license plate must be used within the validity period. If the formal license plate has not been obtained after the expiration of the validity period, it must be reapplied, but the number of applications cannot exceed three times. 3. Placement method: If there is one temporary license plate, it should be placed at the lower left or right corner of the front windshield, which does not affect the driver's line of sight. If there are two temporary license plates, one should be placed on the front windshield, and the other should be placed at the lower left corner of the rear windshield inside the car.

[SanSienna]

Can temporary license plates be used outside the province? It really depends on the type of plate. When I bought a new car last year, I also wondered about this. Generally, there are two types of temporary plates: local temporary plates only allow driving within the province, and this is the default type issued by the DMV if you don't specify otherwise when applying; inter-provincial temporary plates allow driving outside the province, but you need to declare your destination when applying and provide proof of travel. The validity period is about 15 days, with a maximum of 30 days. My friend didn't pay attention and drove to a neighboring province with a local temporary plate, got caught by the traffic police, and was fined 200 yuan—quite a loss. So, everyone must check the restricted area written on the back of the temporary plate. If you're really unsure, it's better to ask the DMV to avoid trouble. To be safe, applying for an inter-provincial plate before a long trip is more reliable.

[MichaelAnn]

Whether a temporary license plate can be used out of province depends on its type. Having worked at a car dealership, I've seen that local temporary plates are usually restricted to within the province, with the scope clearly marked on the certificate issued by the DMV. Cross-province temporary plates don't have this limitation and are suitable for road trips or moving. When applying, just state your travel plans and provide your ID and car purchase invoice. The validity period is typically 14-30 days, so I recommend checking before your trip to avoid delays. If you're caught with the wrong plate, penalties range from fines to vehicle impoundment, which isn't worth the hassle. It's best to plan ahead for peace of mind and savings.

[EzraDella]

Speaking of temporary license plates for out-of-province travel, I have personal experience. Actually, local temporary plates generally cannot be used out of province; only cross-province temporary plates allow that. Last time when I helped a friend buy a car, he rushed to get a local plate and drove on the highway, only to be stopped for exceeding the permitted range. He was fined 150 yuan and had to call a tow truck on the spot—what a hassle. The key is to check the permitted range stated on the plate; if unspecified, it’s assumed to be within the province. When applying for a cross-province plate, you must state the destination direction, and it’s usually valid for 15 days. Don’t cut corners to save trouble, or you might run into issues on the road.