How many days does it take to get a car license plate?
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New car license plates can usually be obtained within three to five working days. Here are some important points to note when purchasing a new car and getting it licensed: Points to note when purchasing a new car: You need to pay the purchase tax. After paying the purchase tax, the owner will receive a purchase tax payment certificate. When registering the license plate, you must bring this certificate; otherwise, the registration cannot be completed. Points to note when registering a new car: You need to bring your ID card, vehicle qualification certificate, purchase tax payment certificate, insurance policy, and car purchase invoice to the vehicle management office for registration. After the vehicle management office staff inspect the vehicle, the owner can proceed to select the license plate number and complete the registration.
I remember helping a friend with the new license plate application last year, and the whole process took about five days. The main steps included first submitting all the required documents at the DMV, such as ID card, vehicle invoice, and compulsory insurance policy, followed by the vehicle inspection to confirm the car's condition was satisfactory before paying the fees. Waiting for the license plate to be made took three days, which was considered fast. During this time, I noticed that going on weekdays could help avoid crowds and long queues; some DMVs also offer an online appointment system, which can save a lot of hassle if arranged in advance. Temporary plates are valid for 15 days, making it safe to drive while waiting for the official ones. If any documents were missing, like an invoice with an incorrect date, the process would take even longer, so it's advisable to print and double-check all files beforehand to minimize unexpected issues.
