Does a temporary license plate have to be processed by the owner?

[McPeter]

Temporary license plates do not necessarily have to be processed by the owner; they can be handled by a proxy. When applying for a temporary license plate for a vehicle, the relevant requirements must be followed, including filling out the temporary vehicle registration form. Required documents include the identity proofs of both the vehicle owner and the proxy, the vehicle's factory certificate, the import certificate for imported vehicles, as well as the vehicle's chassis number and engine number. Having all the materials prepared in advance will make the process smoother and prevent delays in normal driving. Conditions for applying for a temporary license plate: 1. If purchasing a vehicle in another region and needing to drive it back to the local area, a temporary license plate must be applied for at the vehicle management office in the purchase location. For cross-province vehicle purchases, a temporary license plate with a brown-yellow background, black characters, and black borders must be applied for. 2. When transferring vehicle registration, if the official license plate has already been surrendered, a temporary license plate must be applied for at the local vehicle management office.

[DiMax]

Last week I just helped a friend apply for temporary license plates, and you really don't have to do it in person. The DMV allows proxy applications - I just brought my friend's original ID card, copy of the car purchase invoice, and vehicle certificate. The staff only had me fill out a power of attorney form and it was done. However, be aware that requirements may vary by region - some places also require a copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy. Nowadays many 4S shops also offer proxy services - spending a little money can save you half a day of queueing. So if you really can't make it, having a reliable person bring the materials to apply is completely fine - the vehicle owner doesn't need to be present at all.

[DelValerie]

As someone who frequents the DMV, I can confirm that applying for temporary license plates can indeed be done by a proxy. The vehicle owner just needs to prepare copies of both sides of their ID card, the car purchase invoice, and the vehicle certificate, along with a signed letter of authorization. The proxy can then take these documents, plus their own original ID card, to the service window to complete the process. I've seen cases where owners on business trips simply mailed the documents to family members to handle it for them. However, it's crucial to note that missing any required document will result in rejection—especially the owner's ID copy must be clear. It's best to call the DMV in advance to confirm the latest requirements.

[Sophie]

It is feasible to have a relative or friend handle the temporary license plate application on your behalf. When I bought my car, my wife took care of it by bringing my ID card copy, the car purchase contract, and the vehicle information sheet. The DMV mainly checked if the signature on the authorization letter matched, and the entire process took only twenty minutes to obtain the paper temporary plate. However, there's a detail to note: some cities require the submission of the vehicle purchase tax payment certificate, which is often overlooked during proxy applications. It's advisable for the car owner to prepare a copy of their driver's license just in case.