How many days does it take to get a temporary license plate?

[LaZane]

Temporary license plates are valid for no more than 15 days. Below is relevant information about temporary license plates: Validity period of temporary license plates: The expiration period for temporary license plates is 15 days. If you violate traffic rules while using temporary license plates without formal plates, you will be subject to corresponding demerit points and fines when caught by traffic police. Materials required for applying for temporary license plates: Identification documents of the vehicle owner and agent, proof of vehicle origin, the whole vehicle factory qualification certificate for domestically produced vehicles, import certificate for imported vehicles, vehicle identification code (frame number), and engine number rubbing mold.

[McLuna]

When I first bought my car, I was in a hurry to get the temporary license plate and thought it would take several days. A friend took me to the DMV, and we arrived at 8:30 in the morning—there weren’t too many people yet. We brought the car purchase invoice, ID card, and insurance policy, all complete. The staff checked and said the materials were in order, telling us to wait until the afternoon to pick it up. Sure enough, we got it before the lunch break, and the whole process took about 4 hours. The temporary plate was valid for 7 days and had to be placed on the front windshield and rear window—it gave me peace of mind when driving. Remember not to speed during those days, as traffic police would check the plates. However, the speed varies by location—my buddy in a small town got his done much faster, in just half an hour. In short, go early and finish early—don’t drag it out.

[SanReed]

From my experience, the key to getting a temporary license plate within a few days lies in preparation. Bring the necessary documents: the car purchase invoice to prove ownership, the insurance policy to ensure safety, and your ID to verify you're the owner. If your materials are complete and you go during the DMV's off-peak hours, you can often get it the same day; during busy periods like the end of the month when it's crowded, it might take the next day or the day after. The cost isn't high, usually just a few dozen bucks. Once you get it, stick it in the right place and drive—the temporary plate is valid for about 15 days, so hurry up and switch to a permanent one to avoid expiration. Different cities have different procedures; I've done it in a small city where there was almost no wait, while in big cities it's slower. In any case, don't worry about it taking too long—just act quickly.

[DeGabrielle]

Getting a temporary license plate when buying a car for the family was quite simple. The salesperson took us to the processing office, and we brought the invoice, insurance certificate, and ID card. There weren't many people that day, so we got it after waiting for an hour or two. It's usually done on the same day, with a cost of a few dozen yuan. Once it's affixed to the car, you can hit the road, but don't exceed the short validity period. Other families do it this way too.