Can Used Cars Be Transferred to Another Province?
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Used cars can be transferred to another location. Below is the relevant introduction about the transfer of used cars to another location: 1. The process of transferring a used car to another location: (1) First, the owner must conduct a suspicious vehicle investigation at the vehicle management office in the original location, verifying whether the engine and chassis numbers have been tampered with, whether they match the original records, and whether the vehicle is stolen, etc. (2) Issue a used car transaction invoice, reclaim the old license plate, and issue a temporary license plate. (3) The vehicle owner can receive the vehicle's file via mail. After retrieving the vehicle file, the owner needs to complete the license plate registration procedures in the new location. 2. Precautions for transferring a used car to another location: (1) Understand the relocation policies of the destination location. (2) Check the vehicle's documentation and handle any traffic violations. (3) When purchasing a used car from another location, verify that the vehicle's condition matches the registration details in the title document.
A while ago, I helped a friend with the process of transferring a used car to another province, and it felt quite straightforward, though some preparations were necessary. Typically, you first need to complete the deregistration procedure at the vehicle management office in the original registration location, where they'll issue a certificate. Then, bring this document along with all the vehicle's paperwork—like the registration certificate, license, and your ID—to the vehicle management office in the new province for re-registration. There, they'll inspect the vehicle to ensure it meets local emission standards, such as the current requirement for China 6 or above in many areas. If the car is China 5 or older, it might not pass. The whole process usually takes a few trips and some time, averaging about two to three weeks. I also recommend checking the specific policies of the destination province beforehand, as some places have higher fees, like environmental inspection or license plate costs. Just be thorough in your preparations to avoid mistakes, or you might end up wasting a trip and delaying things.
