How to Place Temporary License Plates on a Car?
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Temporary license plates are paper-based motor vehicle plates issued by public security vehicle management departments, permitting temporary road use before official vehicle registration. There are two temporary plates for a car: one should be affixed to the lower left or right corner of the front windshield inside the vehicle where it does not obstruct the driver's view, and the other should be placed on the lower left corner of the rear windshield inside the vehicle. The use of temporary license plates is subject to time and regional limitations. You can apply for temporary plates at the local vehicle management office under any of the following conditions: 1. When driving the vehicle from the place of purchase to another location, you must apply for temporary plates at the vehicle management office where the purchase was made. 2. If the vehicle is being transferred and the official plates have been surrendered, you need to apply for temporary plates at the local vehicle management office to drive back to your home location. 3. If a new car without official plates in the local area needs to be driven to another location for modifications, you must apply for temporary plates locally. After modifications are completed, apply for temporary plates at the modification location to drive back to the original area.
I just got my temporary license plate recently, and this is quite important, so don’t take it lightly. A temporary license plate is usually a plastic or paper plate that needs to be affixed to the lower-left corner of the inner side of the front windshield, on the driver’s side, and also to the lower-left corner of the inner side of the rear windshield. Make sure not to fold or crumple it—keeping it flat is a must, or you might get an on-the-spot fine from traffic police. Use double-sided tape or dedicated suction cups to secure it firmly. I once tried using transparent tape, but it blew off while driving, nearly costing me a ticket. The validity period is usually 7 to 30 days, depending on the vehicle purchase date. Once installed, ensure the numbers and dates are clearly visible and avoid obstructing your view for safe driving. If you’re taking a short trip or testing a new car, this step is absolutely essential. Before installation, it’s best to clean the glass of dust so it sticks more securely. Remember, this is just a temporary measure—getting your official license plate as soon as possible is the real priority.
