How to Apply for New Energy Vehicle License Plates in Shanghai?
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Shanghai new energy vehicle license plate application process: 1. New vehicle registration: First obtain the tax receipt or tax exemption certificate from the municipal tax authority, then register at the motor vehicle audit window of the district line, various branches of the vehicle management office, service stations, and used car trading centers. Registration can also be done at Shanghai Waigaoqiao Used Car Market. 2. Procedures for reissuing license plates for registered new energy vehicles: (1) For already registered new energy vehicles, based on the principle of voluntary replacement, vehicle owners can choose whether to replace with new energy license plates. (2) The list of vehicles eligible for replacement will be published on the Internet Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform. Owners within the published scope can voluntarily schedule the location and time for replacement online based on their situation. (3) New energy vehicles with original special segment license plates can directly apply for replacement. Non-special segment new energy vehicles need to first confirm their quota at the municipal transportation commission's quota audit window before proceeding with online number selection and appointment. (4) Before processing, ensure the vehicle is not under seizure, detention, stolen, meeting mandatory scrapping standards, with unresolved violations, or involved in unresolved accidents. 3. Process the plate replacement at the scheduled time and location: Drive the vehicle to the designated location and submit the vehicle owner's identity proof, vehicle registration certificate, vehicle license, vehicle photo, vehicle identification number imprint, and the original license plates.
As a local resident of Shanghai, I applied for a new energy vehicle (NEV) license plate a few months ago, and the whole process was quite smooth. Buying the car was the first step—it had to be a new energy vehicle that meets Shanghai's standards. I chose a brand-name electric vehicle through a 4S dealership. Then, I prepared the required documents, including my ID card, Shanghai household registration or residence permit (I’ve been using my residence permit for years, which is quite convenient), as well as copies of my driver’s license and the car purchase invoice. Next, I logged into Shanghai’s dedicated NEV license plate application system online, filled out the application, and uploaded all the documents. The system review took about a week. After approval, I received a notification text message and went to the designated location, such as the vehicle management office, to install the green license plate—completely free of charge. It saved time and effort, and I didn’t have to participate in the license plate auction. Plus, green-plate vehicles enjoy free passage privileges within the city—truly a great deal. Just remember to have all your documents ready, or else submitting missing materials can be a hassle.
