How Many Times Can a Temporary License Plate Be Applied For?
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Temporary license plates can be applied for up to 3 times. Temporary license plates are only valid for use within their specified period. For administrative regions, temporary plates are valid for 7 to 15 days. If the official license plate cannot be issued within the period of using the temporary plate, the vehicle owner needs to apply for a temporary plate again. When a vehicle applies for temporary plates more than three times, the vehicle will be locked. When obtaining a temporary license plate, the temporary vehicle registration form must be filled out as required, and the following documents must be submitted: 1. Proof of identity of the vehicle owner and the agent; 2. Proof of the vehicle's origin; 3. For domestically produced vehicles, the whole vehicle factory certificate, and for imported vehicles, the import certificate; 4. Vehicle identification code and engine number rubbing mold.
Last time when I helped a friend apply for temporary license plates, I specifically asked the DMV staff. According to regulations, new vehicles can apply for temporary plates up to three times, with each valid for 15 days. If you still haven't obtained formal license plates after 45 days, there might be some issues. I saw someone get rejected on their fourth application back then - the staff advised completing vehicle registration as soon as possible. The required documents are quite simple: vehicle purchase invoice, compulsory traffic insurance policy, and ID card. But I'd recommend calling ahead to confirm local requirements, as some cities now support online applications to save unnecessary trips. Driving with expired temporary plates counts as unlicensed driving if caught.
