How Many Days Does the DMV Usually Take to Mail License Plates?
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New vehicles generally take fifteen working days to complete the production of license plates. Below is the method for affixing temporary license plates for vehicles: One plate: A single temporary license plate should be affixed to the lower left or right corner of the front windshield, ideally without obstructing the driver's view. Two plates: If there are two temporary license plates, one should be affixed to the front windshield, and the other should be placed on the lower left corner of the rear windshield inside the vehicle. If there is no space on the rear windshield, the second temporary license plate should still be carried in the vehicle. Below is additional relevant information: Traffic law regulations: Vehicle owners should note that temporary license plates are subject to the same traffic laws as regular license plates. Therefore, do not assume that temporary plates allow reckless behavior or that they are too small to be captured by cameras—high-definition cameras can clearly photograph temporary plates. Temporary license plates: There are two types of temporary plates. One has a light blue background with black characters and borders, limited to driving within the city (local temporary plates). The other has a brown-yellow background with black characters and borders, allowing for intercity travel (non-local temporary plates).
I remember waiting almost 10 days to receive my new license plates last time, which was quite agonizing. Generally, it takes the DMV 7 to 14 days to mail out plates, depending on courier speed and location. In first-tier cities during peak periods, it might drag on for two weeks, while smaller towns are faster. I'd advise against long-distance driving while waiting—if using temporary plates, make sure they're securely attached to avoid tickets. If in a hurry, you can check the progress on the local DMV website or call their hotline. Stay vigilant too—don’t fall for rumors about expedited processing; stick to official channels for reliability. Just be patient, safety first anyway.
