How to Transfer Vehicle License from Another Region Back to Hometown?
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When a vehicle needs to be transferred out of the current region, it is necessary to promptly complete the transfer registration at the vehicle management department. The following is the vehicle transfer process: 1. Application and Inspection: Go to the local public security vehicle management station to obtain and fill out the "Motor Vehicle Change, Transfer, Modification, Driving, Reinstatement, and Scrapping Approval Application Form" (hereinafter referred to as the Change Form) in duplicate. Fill out the form according to the requirements of the original driving license, stamp it with a seal matching the original registration, and complete the inspection procedures. The vehicle management station will note its opinion on the Change Form and provide one copy of the original "Motor Vehicle Registration Form" to the owner. The vehicle should then be driven to the inspection station for technical inspection. If it passes, the inspection station will note its opinion. 2. Review and Verification: Submit the documents and certificates to the service window for review. The staff will examine the files and original records. If the conditions are met, the owner should go to the used car trading market and the industrial and commercial verification department to complete the transaction verification procedures and submit the vehicle for external inspection.
I also bought a car out of town before and wanted to transfer the license plate back to my hometown, just like I did last month. The whole process isn’t that complicated. First, you need to prepare a bunch of documents: ID card, driving license, vehicle registration certificate, purchase invoice, etc., and make sure they’re all photocopied. Then, go to the vehicle management office in the original location to apply for the transfer-out and have the staff handle the vehicle file transfer. Once completed, you’ll receive a transfer-out certificate and a file folder. Next, return to the vehicle management office in your hometown to complete the transfer-in procedures, bringing along your local residence permit or household registration to prove you’re a local. They’ll verify the vehicle’s emission standards and policy restrictions—for example, big cities may have migration limits, so check in advance to avoid getting stuck. Finally, pay some fees, get the car re-inspected, and you’ll receive a new license plate. The whole process took me about a week and cost a few hundred yuan. Remember to check the official website of your local vehicle management office for guidelines beforehand to avoid wasted trips. Asking more questions and double-checking can help reduce mistakes.
I've encountered this situation a few times and helped friends with it. The basic approach is divided into two steps: first, complete the vehicle transfer-out procedures at the local DMV where the car was purchased and obtain the archival documents; then return to your hometown DMV to submit the transfer-in application and get new license plates. In terms of required documents, simply bring the vehicle's paperwork and personal identification, and don't forget to purchase valid insurance coverage. During the process, pay attention to whether the emission standards meet requirements, otherwise your hometown might not accept the transfer. The whole thing can probably be done in three days with some small fees to save trouble. The benefits after transfer are significant - future annual inspections can be done locally without the hassle of traveling elsewhere. As an experienced driver suggests, it's better to handle this early rather than delaying too long.
