Can the vehicle registration and license plate be processed within one day for a new car?
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After purchasing a new car, safety technical inspection and complete documentation are required on the same day before the license plate can be issued. Below are the relevant details: 1. According to the "Regulations on the Registration of Motor Vehicles": Article 6 states that the owner of a motor vehicle must have the vehicle undergo safety technical inspection at a qualified inspection institution and obtain a safety technical inspection certificate before applying for registration. However, this does not apply to motor vehicles imported through customs and those exempted from safety technical inspection as recognized by the competent department of motor vehicle products under the State Council. 2. The "Specifications for Motor Vehicle Registration Work" stipulates: Article 2, vehicle management offices of traffic management departments at all levels of public security authorities shall process motor vehicle registration according to the procedures specified in these specifications, set up service positions in accordance with the "Specifications for Service Positions in Vehicle Management Offices," and improve service measures, enhance efficiency, and publicize procedures in line with the "Civilized Service Specifications for Vehicle Management Offices" and the "Regulations on the Disclosure of Motor Vehicle Registration Items."
Actually, it's quite challenging to complete all the procedures for a new car and get the official license plates in just one day. When I bought my car, I also wanted to get it done quickly, but I found that the DMV processing takes time. For example, the license plate registration involves vehicle inspection, number selection, and plate production, and just queuing and document review can take most of the day. In most places, if you go early in the morning and have all the required documents ready (invoice, ID card, compulsory traffic insurance, etc.), you might be able to get a temporary license plate the same day, but this is only a temporary solution with a short validity period. Official license plates require production time and usually take 1-3 working days, making it difficult to complete everything in one day even with rush processing. I recommend scheduling an appointment with the DMV or choosing a weekday to avoid peak times. Additionally, DMV system failures or large crowds can cause delays. If you're in a hurry to drive, it's safer to get a temporary plate first and then handle the official one later. Don’t set your hopes too high on finishing everything in one day to avoid disappointment.
