How many days does it take to transfer vehicle registration from another location?
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Vehicle ownership transfer and document retrieval require three days for approval. Below is the relevant information: Relevant regulations: Article 13 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations": When the residence of a motor vehicle owner moves out of the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office, the vehicle management office shall, within three days from the date of acceptance, annotate the changes on the motor vehicle registration certificate, retrieve the license plates and vehicle license, issue a temporary vehicle license plate valid for thirty days, and hand over the motor vehicle records to the motor vehicle owner. The motor vehicle owner must apply for the motor vehicle transfer at the local vehicle management office within the validity period of the temporary vehicle license plate. Required documents: When applying for motor vehicle transfer, the motor vehicle owner must fill out an application form, submit identity proof, the motor vehicle registration certificate, and the motor vehicle records, and present the motor vehicle for inspection.
I just helped a friend with the out-of-town vehicle transfer and registration process, and it took me two trips to get it done. First, you need to apply for the vehicle transfer at the vehicle management office in the original registration location. They usually take about one or two days to review the materials, and then the files are either transmitted online or mailed to the new city. In my case, the mailing was delayed by three days because it was cross-province. After arriving at the local vehicle management office, I had to queue for vehicle inspection and submit materials, which took another two full days. The entire process took about ten working days in total. I’d advise you to make sure the vehicle is in good condition beforehand—fix any minor issues to avoid problems during inspection. Remember to bring documents like the registration certificate and compulsory insurance policy, and it’s best to call both vehicle management offices to confirm the process before you start.
