How to Handle Cross-Province License Plate Replacement?
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Carry the original ID card of the vehicle owner, the vehicle license, and the registration certificate to the vehicle management office in the original license plate location to complete the change and transfer-out procedures. After the procedures are completed, submit the vehicle file to the vehicle management office in the new location to handle the transfer-in process, and the license plate can be replaced. The following are the relevant materials: 1. When the owner handles the change and transfer-out process, they need to prepare the vehicle registration certificate, the original ID card of the owner, etc., and then go to the license plate issuance location to complete the process. The owner should obtain the change form, fill it out as required in duplicate, stamp it with the owner's seal, and attach a copy of their ID card. Submit the materials to the registration acceptance counter for review. If eligible, proceed to the inspection counter for vehicle consistency verification and safety performance testing. After the vehicle passes the inspection, go directly to the license and certificate management counter to return the old license plate, pay the fees, and wait to receive the file and temporary license plate. 2. After completing the vehicle change and transfer-out process, go to the vehicle management office in the new location to handle the transfer-in process. Before handling the transfer-in process, the owner should check if the vehicle has any violation records. If there are any, the transfer-in registration will not be processed. Carry the vehicle file that meets the transfer-in conditions, the original ID card of the owner, and the corresponding documents to the acceptance counter to verify whether the procedures are safe and valid. Fill out the approval form, and after the review is completed, go to the national tax department to replace the vehicle purchase tax receipt.
I previously went through the process of cross-province license plate replacement, and the whole procedure was quite complex, requiring step-by-step actions. Start from the original location—you'll need to bring your ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license, as these are the basic documents. Remember to prepare several copies of each, as the vehicle management office might need them. If anything is missing, you'll have to make multiple trips, wasting time. Next, go to the local vehicle management office to cancel the old license plate—they will reclaim it and issue you a certificate. After that, relocate to the new area and apply for a new license plate at the local vehicle management office. There might be long queues, so it's advisable to go early or book an appointment in advance. The fee is around 200-300 RMB, so bring cash or a bank card for payment. The entire process could take one or two days, or even longer, so don’t schedule it just a few days before urgent matters. I also remind everyone not to forget handling the transfer of vehicle insurance and updating tax payments to ensure a seamless transition and avoid being checked on the road. After replacing the license plate, make sure to notify your insurance company to update the information so you can drive with peace of mind.
