Is it necessary for the owner to be present for vehicle registration?
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It is not mandatory. Many 4S stores or other car dealers offer vehicle registration agency services. Here are some considerations for new car license plate registration: Inspection-exempt vehicles: Although imported vehicles and some domestic cars, small and micro passenger vehicles have been included in the inspection-exempt scope, the models of domestic cars that are exempt from inspection are relatively few. After the implementation of the new policy, all domestic cars can be exempt from inspection. The inspection-exempt scope for new cars includes sedans and small, micro passenger vehicles and two-wheeled motorcycles marked with "new car inspection-exempt". Inspection-exempt does not mean direct registration: Inspection-exempt for new cars does not mean you can go directly for license plate registration. Currently, it only eliminates some items of the on-site inspection. New cars must still undergo appearance inspection, photographing, and number stamping at the inspection site before registration. In addition, exhaust emission testing for environmental purposes is still required.
I heard that vehicle registration doesn't necessarily require personal attendance, as it can often be delegated to others in many places. For instance, last time I helped a friend with his new car registration by bringing his authorization letter, ID card copy, and the original vehicle invoice to the DMV. The process went smoothly and was completed quickly. This is quite convenient, especially if you're too busy with work or have special circumstances preventing you from being present. However, it's advisable to entrust someone reliable or hire a professional agency to avoid mistakes, as some DMV staff might request additional materials on the spot, like when renewing temporary license plates. Overall, the policy allows proxy registration, but it's important to confirm the local DMV's rules since procedures vary slightly across different provinces and cities—some may require on-site photos, for example. Before delegating, calling to ask for a checklist of required documents can save you multiple trips.
