Can the car be transferred if the owner is not present?
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Vehicle transfer does not necessarily require the owner to be present. Below are the specific procedures for vehicle transfer: 1. Submit a relocation application: Go to the vehicle management office to submit an application for relocation, obtain a tracing number card, wait for the tracing, and specify whether it is for relocation or transfer. 2. Submit the required documents: Go to the corresponding window to submit the relocation authorization letter, the 'Motor Vehicle Transfer Application Form', the vehicle license, the vehicle plate, and other documents required by the local vehicle management office. Then pay the corresponding fees and obtain a receipt. 3. Collect the vehicle file: Three working days after submitting the plate, bring the receipt to the main office of the vehicle management office to collect the vehicle file, which includes the 'Motor Vehicle Transfer Application Form', the vehicle inspection form, the chassis number, the vehicle license, and vehicle photos. 4. Surrender the original plate and license: For vehicles that pass inspection, the original plate and license will be surrendered, and the change registration column on the license and the 'Motor Vehicle Registration Application Form' will be annotated with 'Transferred to the Vehicle Management Office of the Public Security Department (Bureau) of a certain province and city', stamped with the issuing authority's seal, and placed in the file along with the 'Motor Vehicle Transfer Notification', then handed over to the owner.
If I need to transfer the ownership of my car but cannot be present in person, it can still be handled. The first step is to prepare a power of attorney, sign it, and confirm it with a fingerprint, then find a trustworthy friend or relative to act as an agent. They should bring a copy of my ID card, the original power of attorney, and the vehicle-related documents to the local DMV for processing. The whole process is actually quite simple—I’ve helped friends with similar matters before. Remember to download the power of attorney template in advance; there are free resources online. If the power of attorney isn’t properly prepared, it might get rejected by the DMV, so it’s best to print two copies as backups. Nowadays, many places also support online appointments, so checking the DMV’s working hours in advance can save a lot of hassle and time. In short, don’t worry about not being present—preparation beforehand is the key.
