Can Temporary License Plates Enter Shopping Mall Parking Lots?
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They can enter regular parking lots, but not smart parking lots, which require manual processing. Below is relevant information about temporary license plates: Definition: A paper motor vehicle license that permits temporary road use, typically issued before formal vehicle registration, with validity usually not exceeding 30 days. Classification: Temporary plates for administrative jurisdictions, cross-regional temporary plates, special vehicle temporary plates, and test vehicle temporary plates. Application Requirements: When driving a newly purchased vehicle from the purchase location to the usage location, a temporary plate must be obtained at the purchase location. If the vehicle's formal license plate has been surrendered during transfer, a temporary plate must be obtained from the local vehicle management office to drive back to the original location.
As a frequent driver, I have personally experienced using temporary license plates to enter shopping mall parking lots several times, and it's usually not a problem. The parking attendants at malls recognize temporary plates as indicators of newly purchased vehicles, and simply presenting the car purchase invoice or insurance policy to verify identity is sufficient. I remember one weekend when I drove my brand-new car to a downtown mall, the entrance barrier couldn't recognize the plate, but a security guard came over, checked the temporary plate and documents, and manually let me through—the whole process went smoothly. I recommend parking in areas with visible surveillance cameras to avoid malicious scratching. Although temporary plates are provisional, they are officially issued by traffic authorities with proper records, and most commercial parking lots accept them. If you encounter any issues, politely explain the situation or try another entrance. It's good practice to always carry your car purchase documents with you.
