How long is the validity period of Shenzhen car quota?
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According to Article 48 of the "Detailed Rules for the Management of Small Passenger Car Incremental Regulation in Shenzhen": The quota is valid for 6 months. Individuals or organizations should use the quota within its validity period. Unused quotas after the deadline will be deemed abandoned. For quotas obtained through lottery, if not used by the expiration date, the applicant will be prohibited from applying for new quotas for two years starting from the day after the expiration date. Here are some additional details: Update quotas cannot be extended: Whether transfer procedures can be processed on the expiration day depends on the vehicle management office's appointment system - please consult them directly. Quotas are unrelated to license plates: According to Article 30 of the rules, individuals or organizations needing to replace vehicles must apply for update quotas within 6 months after completing transfer registration, cancellation registration, or moving the vehicle out of the city.
I was super excited when I won the Shenzhen license plate quota. I remember the validity period was exactly 6 months, starting from the day of acquisition. You must complete the vehicle registration within this period, otherwise the quota will be voided. My friend last year forgot to handle the procedures and delayed for five months, resulting in the quota expiring and having to reapply for the lottery, wasting the opportunity. So now, as soon as I get the quota, I immediately choose a car and go to the DMV for registration. The whole process is actually quite fast—just make an appointment and bring all the required documents. Shenzhen has strict traffic control, and setting the validity period like this prevents people from hoarding quotas without buying cars. I must remind you not to wait too long; checking the status online is crucial.
