How to Take a 45-Degree Photo for the Vehicle License?

[LaKate]

When taking the photo, it should be shot from a 45-degree angle on the left front side of the vehicle. For motorcycles and trailers, the photo should be taken from a 45-degree angle on the left rear side. The vehicle license photo should be a color photo of the exterior of the motor vehicle. Specifications: length 88mm±0.5mm, width 60mm±0.5mm, with a corner radius of 4mm±0.1mm. Additional information: 1. Processing location: Embassies/consulates and foreign-licensed motor vehicles should go to the vehicle management office. 2. Other motor vehicles should go to the sub-office of the vehicle management office corresponding to the address on the owner's identity document. 3. Processing time: For replacement or reissuance of a vehicle license, it will be completed within one working day from the date of acceptance. 4. Fees: Temporary vehicle license plates cost 5 yuan per sheet, and the vehicle license costs 15 yuan per copy.

[McFinn]

I usually take the 45-degree license plate photos of my beloved car myself. It's quite simple but requires attention to detail. Park the car in a spacious and safe spot without blocking traffic. Shoot from the front corner, typically the left front 45-degree angle to better showcase the front and side of the car. Keep the camera level with the ground, about 3 to 5 meters away, ensuring the entire car is in the frame. Choose daytime with ample natural light, avoiding the harsh midday sun to prevent glare and shadows. A smartphone or regular camera works fine—just hold it steady and use gridlines for alignment. Focus on the license plate to ensure it's clearly visible, with a plain and tidy background to avoid clutter. If the light is dim, wait for brighter conditions instead of using flash to prevent distortion. Usually, take a few shots and pick the one with the best angle and complete frame. Doing it yourself saves hassle and money, and you can use it anytime.

[SanPaul]

When I renewed my license last time, I personally took a 45-degree photo. I found an open space in a parking lot, parked the car steadily, and stood about 45 degrees to the left front of the vehicle. The camera was aimed at the junction of the front and side of the car, at waist height, holding the phone steadily. I focused on the license plate, chose soft lighting during the day (avoiding harsh sunlight), and kept the background simple with minimal clutter. Quickly checked the photo for clarity and correct angle to ensure it wasn’t tilted. The tools weren’t complicated—just an everyday phone paired with a simple tripod for stability. After taking the photo, I saved it properly for future use. The whole process took about ten minutes. After sharing this experience with colleagues, they all found it helpful.

[ThomasDella]

Taking a 45-degree photo of the vehicle license with a smartphone is very practical. Park the car safely and choose the left front or right front corner. Align the lens horizontally with the length of the car body. Turn on the camera mode and ensure the grid lines are enabled to assist with angle calibration. Focus on the license plate. Soft lighting in the morning is optimal—avoid backlit scenes. Keep the background clean. Use an ordinary smartphone and slightly increase the resolution for easy operation. Try two or three times to achieve good results—simple and efficient.