How to Apply for the Tianjin License Plate Lottery?
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Search for Tianjin Passenger Vehicle Regulation and Management, or Tianjin Passenger Vehicle Regulation and Management Information System. On the homepage's navigation bar, you can find "Incremental Quota Application," and under the dropdown menu, you will see the option for individual application. Select the identity type that applies to you from the options provided, then proceed to the application form page where you need to fill in the required information. The most important field is the application type. After completing the form, click "Next" and complete the SMS verification to finalize your application.
I just arrived in Tianjin not long ago, and applying for the license plate lottery is a step-by-step process. First, you need to have a Tianjin household registration or a valid residence permit, and you must also have a driver's license to apply. The online process is quite convenient—register an account on the Tianjin Passenger Vehicle Regulation Management Information System website, fill in basic information, and upload photos of your ID card, driver's license, and residence permit, making sure they are clear and error-free. After submission, your application enters the system. The lottery is usually held once a month, and results can be checked on the official website. The winning rate isn’t high—I’ve applied for several months without success—so patience is key. Applications automatically roll over to the next round. If you do win, you must purchase a car and register the plate within three months, or the qualification expires. Make sure all documents are prepared and check their validity. Keep trying, and you’ll eventually succeed, or consider applying for a new energy vehicle quota, which has better odds.
