How to Apply for Commercial Vehicles?
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First, go to the Industrial and Commercial Bureau to apply for the Pre-approval Notice of Individual Business Name, and submit the relevant materials to the relevant departments for review. Apply for the Road Business License, after review by the relevant departments, obtain the Business License. Complete the relevant tax procedures, pay the taxes, and obtain the Tax Registration Certificate; take the vehicle to the local Vehicle Management Office for registration, and obtain the Operation Certificate.
To operate a commercial vehicle, such as a taxi or freight truck, I just went through the process, and as a beginner, I found it quite tedious. First, you need to prepare the vehicle and take it to the DMV for inspection to ensure the brakes and lights meet standards—if they don’t, you’ll have to fix them before passing. Then, gather a pile of documents: ID card, driver’s license, vehicle registration, insurance policy, and the company’s business license (if you’re operating as an individual, you’ll need a self-employed license instead). Submit these to the local transportation bureau or transport authority, fill out an application form, and pay a fee of a few hundred yuan, which usually includes license plate and processing fees. After that, wait for approval—it can take anywhere from three to five days if fast, or over a week if slow. Once you get the operating permit, you’ll also need to purchase additional compulsory and commercial insurance to protect yourself and passengers. The whole process is time-consuming and labor-intensive, but you’ll get used to it if you stick with it. Remember to go on weekday mornings to avoid long queues.
