How many days does it take for the Beijing vehicle quota to be released after transfer?
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It takes 3 to 10 working days to complete. After the motor vehicle transfer is completed, the quota will be updated accordingly. The quota owner can check the recovery status of the quota at any time. Once fully restored, the motor vehicle registration procedure can be re-processed; otherwise, it cannot be processed. More relevant information is as follows: 1. Restrictions on vehicle license plate usage: There are no restrictions on the use of motor vehicle license plates in Beijing. They can be used anywhere nationwide, as long as the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China is complied with, and local policies on traffic restrictions for non-local motor vehicles are observed. Violations will be subject to penalties. 2. Violation handling: Violations can be handled at any vehicle management office within the jurisdiction or through the mobile app 'Traffic Management 12123'. Traffic violations by motor vehicles must be dealt with, as they will affect the normal annual inspection of the vehicle. Motor vehicles that fail the annual inspection are not allowed to be driven on the road, which is considered illegal.
I've gone through the process of waiting for the new vehicle quota after selling a car in Beijing several times. Generally, the quota is issued within 1 to 3 working days, depending on the processing speed of the vehicle management office. Last time, I completed the transfer on Monday and checked the mobile app on Tuesday afternoon—the quota was already updated, which was really fast. If it's during the year-end peak period, it might take up to 3 days at most, but it rarely exceeds a week. I suggest everyone patiently wait for a day or two after completing the process instead of rushing around to ask. The most convenient way is to check in real-time through the Beijing Traffic Police app by entering the owner's information, saving you a trip to the office. During this period, avoid repeatedly submitting materials, as it might actually slow things down. Remember, the system is very reliable—once the quota is issued, you can proceed with your new car purchase. Staying relaxed is the best approach.
I just bought a used car and completed the transfer process, now waiting for the license plate quota to be released. Friends told me it usually takes 1-2 days, at most three days. I keep refreshing the Beijing Traffic Police APP nonstop, checking almost ten times an hour. The query is super simple - just enter some basic info to check the status. Sometimes system maintenance or peak hours might cause slight delays, but it's generally punctual. If really urgent, you can inquire at the DMV counter, though the APP is sufficient without the hassle of going out. My advice is to relax and check again after 24 hours to avoid unnecessary anxiety. Once the quota is released, you can proceed with new car registration - the whole process is actually quite smooth.
