How to Handle the Transfer Registration of a Motor Vehicle?
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When the ownership of a registered motor vehicle is transferred, and the residences of both the original and current owners are within the jurisdiction of the same vehicle management office, the current owner must apply for transfer registration at the municipal vehicle management office within thirty days from the date of ownership transfer. They should fill out the "Motor Vehicle Transfer Registration Application Form" and submit the following documents, along with presenting the vehicle for inspection (if the vehicle has exceeded the annual inspection cycle, the annual inspection procedures must be completed first). Identity proofs of the current owner and the handling agent; "Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate"; "Motor Vehicle License"; (4) For imported motor vehicles under customs supervision, the "Release Certificate of Supervised Vehicles of the People's Republic of China" issued by customs is also required; second-hand vehicle transaction invoice; for registered motor vehicles whose ownership transfer arises from economic compensation, property division, inheritance, etc., the legally effective "Judgment", "Ruling", "Mediation Agreement" issued by the People's Court, and the corresponding "Notice of Assistance in Execution" must be provided.
Transfer registration is essentially the procedure for transferring a car's ownership. I once traded a car and had to visit the vehicle management office. Prepare in advance the original and photocopies of both parties' ID cards, the vehicle registration certificate (also known as the green book), and the sales contract or transaction proof. If the car has any outstanding traffic violations, don't even think about proceeding—clear the fines first. At the vehicle management office, queue up first. The staff will check if the vehicle license plate matches the VIN, usually requiring an on-site inspection. After confirming everything is in order, fill out the transfer application form. As for fees, the processing cost is typically low, just a few dozen yuan, but don't rush—the whole process might take one or two hours. After the transfer, you'll receive a new registration certificate with your name on it. Important note: Remember to update the insurance promptly to avoid claim issues later. It's best to book online services in advance to save time.
