Can the license plate number be retained when changing cars?
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It is possible to retain the license plate when changing cars, but the following conditions must be met: 1. The application for license plate registration must be submitted within six months after the original vehicle is transferred or deregistered. Even one day beyond this period is not allowed, and these six months include holidays. 2. The original license plate must have been used for at least three years. 3. There must be no traffic violations or unresolved accidents associated with the original license plate. 4. Only the original owner (individual or company) can apply to retain the original license plate; it cannot be transferred to another person. Additional Information: 1. License Plate Policy: Regarding license plate policies, there are clear regulations. While vehicles can be bought and sold, the license plate belongs to the owner and cannot be transferred. This means the original license plate can only be used by the original owner (individual or company) and cannot be transferred to another person, not even between family members like father and son. 2. Restrictions on "One Person with Multiple Vehicles": In some regions, such as Shenzhen and Hangzhou, there are restrictions on individuals owning more than one vehicle. If a person owns two or more cars, only one can retain the original license plate when changing cars. Additionally, only local residents or non-local residents who have paid social insurance for at least two years can retain the original license plate.
