Does the new car license plate registration require the owner to be present?
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New car license plate registration can be handled by someone else on behalf of the owner. As long as the ID card provided by the owner matches the name and ID number on the purchase invoice, it is not necessary for the owner to handle it personally. Documents required for new car license plate registration: ID card, vehicle certificate of conformity, vehicle parameter sheet, second and fourth copies of the vehicle invoice, vehicle purchase tax, car insurance policy, purchase invoice, vehicle certificate of conformity, ID card or organization code certificate and its copy of the invoice issuer, compulsory traffic insurance policy, tax payment certificate, and for non-locals, a temporary residence permit. New car license plate registration process: Obtain the vehicle certificate of conformity, keep the triplicate purchase invoice, pay the vehicle purchase tax to get the tax payment certificate, prepare all necessary documents, register and inspect the vehicle at the vehicle management office, choose the license plate number, pay the fees, and wait to receive the license plate.
Actually, it's not mandatory for the car owner to personally visit the vehicle management office for new car registration. Based on my experience buying my first car last year, I was quite busy at the time and entrusted a trusted friend to handle the process on my behalf. For proxy registration, you need to prepare a set of documents in advance: a copy of the car owner's ID card, the original (if the agent brings it), along with a signed and stamped power of attorney, plus the car purchase invoice and insurance policy. The vehicle management office accepts proxy handling quite efficiently—my friend got it done in just an hour. However, I personally recommend first-time car owners to visit in person at least once, as it allows you to verify the license plate information firsthand and avoid mistakes, especially since it involves property registration and safety issues. Overall, the proxy method is quite flexible and particularly suitable for busy professionals or those traveling away. Just remember to choose a reliable agent.
