How many days does it take to get the license plate after online selection?
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For the license plate number selected online, after confirmation by the vehicle management office, it generally takes about five working days to receive the license plate. Online selection retention period: After successful online selection, the license plate number will be retained for three working days starting from the next day. Precautions for online license plate selection: The owner should organize all the pre-registration materials and proceed to the "Registration Counter" to submit the relevant documents. The staff will process the registration at the counter. After receiving the "Inspection Certificate Printout," the owner can proceed with the license plate selection. Upon successful selection, the owner can proceed to the "Certificate Issuance Counter" for certificate issuance. After the certificate is issued, the owner needs to fill in the delivery address.
When I first selected my license plate online, I couldn't wait to get it installed, but the actual process turned out to be more complicated than I expected. Officially, it usually takes 3 to 7 business days to receive it, but in my personal experience, it took a full five days. The process involves several steps: after submitting your plate number selection, the system automatically verifies your documents. If you've chosen a customized number, there's an additional review period of one or two days. Then, the plate factory schedules and manufactures it, and finally, it's shipped via courier. In my case, there was a delay due to peak demand in my region. Big cities like Beijing and Shanghai usually process faster, often completing in just one or two days. I recommend selecting your plate in advance before purchasing the car, so you can install it directly when the car arrives, saving you hassle. Overall, don't rush—allocating a week is safer, as safety and compliance are most important. If it takes too long, you can check the status on the official website or call for updates.