Can vehicle ownership transfer be processed on weekends?

[StKylie]

Vehicle ownership transfer can be processed on Saturday mornings, but not on Saturday afternoons or Sundays. This is because vehicle inspection is required, and the vehicle management office system is not open on Saturday afternoons and Sundays, making inspections impossible. The working hours of the vehicle management office are as follows: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM (excluding statutory holidays). The working hours of the vehicle management office are in accordance with national regulations, eight hours per day from Monday to Friday, with weekends off. However, some areas may have staff on duty during weekends. Vehicle ownership transfer process: Go to the relevant department's transfer hall, present the required materials, and obtain the "Used Vehicle Sales Contract." Both parties should fill out the necessary information. (Take all completed documents to process the "transfer acceptance") Drive the vehicle to the inspection area for transfer, where staff will conduct an inspection, take impressions of the vehicle identification number, remove the license plate, and take photos. Attach the vehicle photo to the inspection record form after receiving it. (After completion, the vehicle can be parked in the parking lot, and then proceed to the transfer hall to complete the formalities) Take a number from the ticketing machine and queue up with the relevant materials to pay the transfer fees. The owner should take the relevant files back to the local vehicle management office where the vehicle will be registered and complete the vehicle registration process. Vehicle ownership transfer documents: For the seller: Owner's ID card: Present the owner's ID card to prove their legal citizenship. Vehicle registration certificate: The vehicle registration certificate serves as the vehicle's ID card and is the legal proof of ownership. It records the vehicle's details and is extremely important in the used car transaction process. The seller must present the vehicle registration certificate to prove ownership. If the seller refuses to present it for any reason during the transaction, the buyer should be cautious, as the vehicle might be illegally obtained. Vehicle license: The vehicle license is the legal document permitting the vehicle to drive on public roads. According to Article 8 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," motor vehicles must be registered with the traffic management department of the public security authority before they can be driven on public roads. Therefore, the vehicle license is an essential document in the transfer process, as without it, the transferred vehicle cannot be driven on public roads. Original purchase invoice or transfer receipt: According to regulations, if the original vehicle invoice is lost, the transfer process cannot be completed, and reissuing the invoice is complicated. Therefore, owners should ensure they receive and properly store the invoice when purchasing a new vehicle. If the seller is an organization, the original organization code certificate and official seal are also required. Be cautious of unauthorized sales of company vehicles by individuals, which may lead to unnecessary legal disputes. For the buyer: ID card: The buyer must also present their ID card to prove their legal citizenship. If the buyer is from another region but wants to register the vehicle locally, they must present a valid temporary residence permit (residence permit). Note: It must be a valid temporary residence permit. If the buyer is an organization: Original organization code certificate and official seal. For out-of-town transfers: Purchase tax booklet is required: Before 2001, the color was red; after 2001, it is green. Pay attention to the color. For both buyer and seller: Used vehicle sales contract: The used vehicle sales contract is extremely important in the vehicle transfer process. Before signing, ensure the contract is standardized and all vehicle information is transparent. In addition, the vehicle purchase tax certificate, road maintenance fee documents, and compulsory insurance are usually included in the used vehicle sales contract sample.

[OKaden]

I usually enjoy researching car procedures. Whether vehicle transfer can be done on weekends depends on local regulations. Most city vehicle management offices are only open from Monday to Friday and closed on weekends. If you're in a hurry, I suggest checking the local vehicle management office's official website or calling to confirm first, so you don't waste time making a trip for nothing. Some big cities might have duty stations, but the chances are slim—usually, you’ll have to take time off work on a weekday to handle it. Also, preparing the required documents is crucial: ID card, vehicle license, and vehicle registration certificate must all be ready, and making copies in advance can save time. Last month, when I helped a friend with this, I found that some apps allow appointments, but you’ll still need to go in person on a weekday for verification. In short, don’t delay—plan ahead to be safe. Safety first, after all.