How Many Days Does It Take to Receive the Vehicle Transfer Documents by Mail?

[OBeau]

Vehicle transfer typically takes three days. Below is relevant information about the transfer process: Processing the transfer: Complete the used car transfer procedures at the vehicle's current location, then proceed to the vehicle management office to handle the transfer and document retrieval. Once the documents are retrieved, the seller's ID is not required when registering the vehicle locally. Both buyer and seller need to sign a sales contract, which should be provided by the trading market. Required documents for transfer: Vehicle identification number rubbing, vehicle license, registration certificate, original purchase invoice or transfer invoice, valuation sheet, original or temporary ID cards of both buyer and seller, transfer contract (for corporate accounts: attach a copy of the authorized person's ID) and copies (1 copy each of registration certificate, invoice, and original owner's ID, 2 copies of vehicle license, 3 copies of buyer's ID), power of attorney from both parties, and the "Motor Vehicle Transfer Registration Form".

[VonColin]

As someone who frequently assists friends with vehicle transfers, I believe the time for sending the vehicle files after the transfer is usually between 3 to 7 working days. After completing the procedures, the DMV will mail the files to the new owner, typically using China Post EMS or SF Express. This timeframe is not fixed and largely depends on the DMV's processing efficiency—some places may send it out the same day, while others might take a few days. Additionally, the mailing distance plays a role; within the same province, it may take 2-3 days, whereas cross-province deliveries could take 4-5 days. Don’t forget that delays may occur during holidays or when the DMV is busy. On average, the entire process takes about 5 days to receive the files, but I recommend proactively contacting the DMV after completing the transfer to check the courier tracking number and monitor the progress. If the case is complex or documents are incomplete, the time may extend further. In short, be patient and plan ahead to avoid delays in subsequent procedures like license plate registration.

[OBenjamin]

From a transportation perspective, the actual time required for sending vehicle transfer documents mainly consists of two parts: internal document processing by the DMV and courier delivery time. The processing stage typically takes 1-3 days, with some locations completing it on the same day, while others may take longer. For mailing, if using SF Express, delivery within the same city usually takes one day, neighboring provinces 2-3 days, and remote areas 4-5 days. Many factors can affect this, such as bad weather, courier backlogs, or unclear addresses causing delays. Overall, in most cases, the total time required is 3-6 days. I've experienced sending documents to different cities, with the fastest taking 3 days and the slowest over 10 days. The key is to choose a reliable courier and not skimp on costs. After receiving the documents, check if everything is complete and report any issues early.

[MacLondon]

I once went through the process of vehicle file transfer, where the documents were sent from Guangzhou to my hometown in Sichuan. The vehicle management office processed and mailed them out the next day via EMS, and it took about four days for delivery, totaling five days to receive them. A friend of mine had an even smoother experience in their hometown, with documents sent from the county to the provincial capital arriving in just three days. Overall, the efficiency seems acceptable, and things went smoothly during regular periods. However, it's best to avoid doing this during the Spring Festival or National Day holidays, as the vehicle management offices get extremely crowded. The mailing time can vary depending on luck—shorter distances between cities mean faster delivery. In my case, I was fortunate not to encounter any delays.