Does an Expired Temporary License Plate Affect Obtaining a Formal License Plate?

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VonBenjamin
07/30/25 12:38am
It does not affect the formal registration. Below is relevant information about temporary license plates: 1. To renew a temporary license plate, you can go to the Xinyang Vehicle Management Office three days in advance with the following documents: the owner's ID card, the vehicle invoice, and the original certificate of conformity. 2. A local temporary license plate can be extended up to three times, allowing a total usage period of 21 days. During this period, the vehicle can only be driven within the city and must not leave the area; otherwise, it will be treated as an unlicensed vehicle. 3. The procedure for extending the validity of a temporary license plate is the same as the initial application. The owner can apply for a temporary driving license plate from the public security authorities by providing proof of identity, vehicle purchase invoice, new vehicle certificate of conformity, compulsory traffic insurance certificate, or import certificate and copies of related documents. When applying, the starting and ending locations of the vehicle's travel and the duration of the temporary license plate use should be specified. 4. The process usually takes about one working day to complete and will be postponed in case of holidays.
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