Can the green book of a car be reissued if lost?
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It can be reissued. Here is the relevant information: Green book: The green book of a car generally refers to the 'Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate', which is commonly called the 'green book' due to its green cover. According to Article 43 of the 'Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations': 'If the motor vehicle registration certificate is lost, missing, or damaged, the owner of the motor vehicle should apply for a replacement or reissuance at the vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered. When applying, the owner must fill out an application form and submit proof of identity. In the case of reissuing the motor vehicle registration certificate, the motor vehicle must also be inspected. The vehicle management office should, within one day of accepting the application, confirm the motor vehicle, review the submitted proofs and documents, and reissue or replace the motor vehicle registration certificate.' From this regulation, it can be seen that if the motor vehicle registration certificate is lost, it can be reissued.
The green book of a car is actually the motor vehicle registration certificate, and it can definitely be reissued if lost. Last time, I accompanied a friend to the DMV to get it reissued, and the process was quite convenient. Remember to call the DMV first to schedule an appointment and bring the original copies of your ID card and vehicle license. Upon arrival, fill out an application form, pay a 50-yuan processing fee, and after the counter reviews your documents, they will issue a temporary certificate. It usually takes about five working days to get the new book. A word of caution: don’t just hire any random agent to handle it, as some people have been scammed out of thousands of yuan. Also, if your car still has an outstanding loan, the green book might be held by the bank, so you’ll need to contact the lending institution first to release the documents before applying for a replacement.
I've experienced losing the green book (vehicle registration certificate) before, and the reissuance process isn't as troublesome as imagined. First, report the loss at the local DMV - just bring the owner's ID card and the vehicle's license. Staff will take photos and have you fill out forms; make sure to provide accurate vehicle details. The reissuance fee is only a few dozen yuan, but the owner must appear in person. Important note: If the vehicle is company-owned, you'll also need to bring a copy of the business license and the company seal. Although transfers can't be processed during reissuance, temporary driving is permitted as the DMV will provide a receipt for interim use. If you discover someone has found and misused your green book, remember to report it to the police immediately.
