How often is the Tianjin car license plate lottery held?
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A lottery is held once a month, with bidding on the 25th and the lottery draw on the 26th of each month. If the 25th or 26th falls on a weekend, it will be postponed to the following Monday. There is no fixed pattern for how long it takes to win the lottery—it could be as short as three to four months or as long as three to four years. Online application for the lottery: Log in to the website, fill out the application form, confirm and obtain the application progress query code. The online application takes just over a minute, after which the materials will be reviewed by a specialist. Once approved, you will enter the lottery stage. On-site application for the lottery: Visit the service windows in each district, queue to receive a number, fill out the application form, submit the required materials, and obtain the application progress query code. The only advantage of on-site application is that there is a specialist to guide you through the process, avoiding interruptions due to unclear questions. Compared to online applications, this method is more suitable for older individuals or those who do not frequently use the internet. However, the time and effort required are also drawbacks of this method.
I have lived in Tianjin for many years and have been participating in the license plate lottery since the first round. It usually takes place every two months, typically in even-numbered months. For example, applications are submitted at the end of January, and the draw happens in mid-to-late February; applications at the end of March lead to the draw in April, following this fixed cycle. Each time, you must submit your application via the Tianjin Traffic APP before the deadline. The winning rate isn't very high, averaging just a few percent. I know some friends who waited three to five years before winning—it really tests your patience. This frequency is designed to control the growth of vehicles in the city and avoid severe traffic congestion, but it also makes many people anxious to buy a car. My advice is to pay close attention to official announcements so you don't miss the application window, and if you win, make sure to complete the necessary procedures promptly, or the quota will be voided.