Can Used Cars Be Transferred and Licensed Across Provinces?
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Used cars can be transferred and licensed across provinces. The process for transferring a used car from another location involves first completing the transfer and file extraction at the vehicle's current location, then proceeding to register and license the vehicle locally. The detailed process is as follows: Bring the vehicle registration certificate, driving license, and IDs of both parties. If the transfer involves a company, the organization's code certificate, official seal, and the ID of the responsible person are required. Additionally, the vehicle must be brought to the site. After bringing the vehicle to the site, the Price Bureau will first evaluate the vehicle using the vehicle registration certificate and driving license, generating an evaluation report and transaction invoice through their system. The documents are then submitted to the Vehicle Management Office or community service station for inspection and file extraction. During the inspection, any violations or illegal activities related to the vehicle will be checked. Only after confirming the vehicle is in normal condition can the outbound transfer process begin. When processing the outbound transfer, the Vehicle Service Station must submit the relevant documents to the Municipal Vehicle Management Office for review. The file can be extracted after three days. The customer must bring the driving license and other required documents to the service window to complete the outbound file extraction, update the owner information, surrender the old license plate, and receive a temporary license plate and mailing form. After completing the above procedures, the owner can then drive the vehicle to the local Vehicle Management Office to complete the registration and licensing process.
Cross-province used car transfer is certainly possible, but you must pay attention to the major prerequisite of emission standards. I've specifically studied the DMV regulations - before transferring an out-of-province vehicle, you need to check local policies. Major cities like Beijing and Shanghai generally require China 6 emission standards, making it difficult for China 5 vehicles to enter. During the process, first retrieve the vehicle files at the original location's DMV, then bring the vehicle title and both parties' IDs to issue a used car transaction invoice. Upon arriving at the new city, submit the environmental inspection report first - the vehicle must not have illegal modifications or traffic violation records. Prepare copies of compulsory insurance and ID cards - the entire process can be completed in about a week if everything goes smoothly, with the most troublesome part being traveling between two locations. Nowadays many agencies offer one-stop services for around a thousand yuan, which saves considerable hassle.
