How many times can I apply for a temporary license plate?
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You can apply for a temporary license plate three times, but only one temporary plate can be issued at a time. The temporary plate can be extended for up to 21 days. The validity period of a temporary license plate generally does not exceed 30 days. There are four types of temporary license plates: temporary license plates for administrative jurisdictions, temporary license plates for cross-administrative jurisdictions, temporary license plates for testing purposes, and temporary license plates for special-type motor vehicles. New cars using temporary license plates must not exceed 15 days, and the owner should promptly apply for a formal license plate from the vehicle management authority. After the temporary license plate expires, certain penalties may be imposed. A temporary license plate for a car is a temporary vehicle travel certificate issued by the public security vehicle management department before the car is officially registered due to certain formalities.
When I bought a car last time, I applied for a temporary license plate. The number of times you can apply really depends on the situation. When purchasing a new car, the DMV usually allows one or two applications, each valid for 7 to 15 days. The first time, I used the temporary plate for a week, but because the insurance wasn’t finalized, I applied for a second one with a 15-day validity. They said new cars can’t exceed 30 days of temporary use in total. For selling a used car or transferring ownership, you can also apply, but up to around three times. Don’t even think about unlimited renewals—too many applications might be seen as tax evasion or stalling, leading to rejected applications or even fines. Also, when using a temporary license plate, remember to place it correctly on the front and rear windshields to avoid being pulled over by the police. Safety first!
How many times can a temporary license plate be applied for? This depends on the regulations of the vehicle management office. When a new car is delivered, it is generally allowed to apply twice—the first time for about 7 days, and an extension for another 15 days. If there is a reasonable reason, such as a delay in obtaining the official license plate or during repairs, one additional application may be granted. However, the total number should not exceed three times to avoid being considered as abuse. Remember, each application requires bringing the car purchase contract and ID card for processing, which is simple and quick. I heard of someone who applied every month and ended up being restricted to using temporary plates only twice a year, ultimately having to go through a complaint process. It is recommended not to take advantage of the convenience—getting the official license plate as soon as possible is more cost-effective and reassuring.
