How long does it take to get license plates after vehicle registration?
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It usually takes three to five working days to get license plates after vehicle registration. The process is as follows: 1. Obtain the vehicle qualification certificate; 2. After purchasing the car, the 4S store will issue a triplicate car purchase invoice, which must be kept properly; 3. Pay the vehicle purchase tax and obtain the original and duplicate tax certificates; 4. Prepare the original and photocopy of ID card in advance, and provide the original and photocopy of temporary residence permit for non-local residents; 5. Go to the vehicle management office to register and apply for license plates. First, a special traffic police officer will inspect the vehicle, mainly checking the vehicle identification code, vehicle appearance and vehicle warning triangle plate; 6. After the inspection, you can go to the hall of the vehicle management office to select the license plate number; 7. After selecting the number, pay the fee and wait for the license plates.
I just bought a car last month and went to the DMV to get it registered. After submitting the documents, I had to wait a week to receive the license plates. The entire process, including their document review, plate production, and home delivery, typically takes 5-10 business days on average. Don’t underestimate the importance of complete paperwork—missing just one document, like the invoice or insurance policy, could delay it up to two weeks, so I prepared everything in advance to save time. Remember, business days don’t include weekends, and holidays make it even slower. During peak summer periods with long queues, it’s best to schedule an appointment to reduce stress.
As a fellow car owner discussing this, I went through the process from submission to license plate collection in about 10 days, with the New Year holiday causing some delay. The key factor is local efficiency: big cities are faster, while small cities might take up to two weeks. The material processing stage includes data verification and plate production, followed by a few days for postal delivery. My advice is not to just wait—use the app to check progress. If it exceeds the expected time, first verify if there are document issues or consider expedited services.
