How Many Days Can a Beijing Entry Permit Be Valid?

[MacAlice]

For vehicles with non-Beijing license plates, the maximum validity period for a Beijing Entry Permit is 7 days. Specific application details: One day before expiration, on the expiration day, or one day after expiration, you can apply for a 5-day extension at the local traffic police detachment. After 12 days, if you still need the Beijing Entry Permit, you must go to a comprehensive checkpoint at the entrance of Beijing to reapply for a new 7-day permit. This process can be repeated. Additional information: Driving within the Fifth Ring Road without a Beijing Entry Permit will result in a fine and a 3-point deduction from the driver's license. If the vehicle with a Beijing Entry Permit commits non-on-site violations captured by surveillance cameras while driving in Beijing, these violations must be addressed before applying for a new permit. This includes violations of the tail number restriction policy, which can also be captured by surveillance cameras, with the same penalties applied to non-Beijing vehicles. If you are in the process of leaving the city, leniency is often granted, but if you stay, you will be penalized as if you had no permit.

[BenjaminRose]

I recently drove to Beijing for a trip, and the validity period of the Beijing Entry Permit is only seven days. Each application lasts for such a short time. When it expires, you have to quickly renew it on the APP, otherwise you'll face fines and points deduction if caught, which is quite troublesome. I usually apply in advance using the Beijing Traffic Police APP, which is very simple and takes just a few minutes. The restriction on non-local vehicles entering Beijing is to alleviate congestion, so I always plan my schedule carefully to ensure I finish my business within a week and leave. I suggest new drivers also develop the habit of applying in advance to avoid unexpected issues.

[SanJustin]

The Beijing Entry Permit is valid for a fixed period of seven days, and non-local vehicles must obtain it to enter within the Sixth Ring Road of Beijing. I always use the official app to apply before driving on business trips—the process is simple and approval is quick. Once it expires, you must reapply. The seven-day limit is reasonable for controlling urban traffic flow and preventing congestion, though it’s a bit short, so timely renewal is necessary. Non-compliance can lead to hefty fines and may affect driving records. I find the Beijing entry policy quite user-friendly, with convenient application channels, but don’t wait until the last minute to avoid disrupting travel schedules.

[DeJoanna]

I just started learning to drive, and the Beijing Entry Permit is only valid for seven days. I tried it on the APP, and it indeed lasts for one week. The risk of not renewing it before expiration is high, and I heard the fines are quite hefty. This rule might be aimed at reducing the number of out-of-town vehicles entering Beijing. Although I find the duration short, I'll get used to it. Every time I enter Beijing, I make sure to set a reminder for the permit application, and the process is smooth—even beginners can handle it easily.

[LaRobert]

After driving for so many years, the Beijing Entry Permit has always been valid for seven days, and the renewal process is quite flexible. This policy aims to balance traffic and environmental protection, allowing only short-term stays for out-of-town vehicles to prevent long-term road occupancy. When I worked in Beijing, I relied on the app to repeatedly apply for it without any issues. Compared to similar policies in other cities, Beijing's approach is more efficient. The key is to operate on time and avoid taking chances to prevent penalties.