Is it possible to have a vehicle inspected in a different location? What procedures are required?
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It is possible to have a vehicle inspected in a different location. The required procedures for an out-of-area vehicle inspection are as follows: original ID card, vehicle license, copy of compulsory traffic insurance, and proof of vehicle and vessel tax—these four documents are sufficient. The documents required for an out-of-area vehicle inspection include the vehicle registration certificate or the vehicle license, and the agent must present the original ID card. To apply for an out-of-area vehicle inspection, you need to go to the vehicle management office branch corresponding to the address recorded in the identity document of the vehicle owner (for corporate entities, the organization code certificate is required). After the vehicle passes the inspection at the designated location, the vehicle owner (or agent) should fill out an application form and present the vehicle license and the compulsory traffic insurance certificate.
I registered my car in my hometown last time, but now I work in Beijing, so I directly found an inspection station in Beijing for the vehicle inspection—no problem at all. The required documents include: my original ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and a copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy—make sure it's the valid one. When I drove there myself, I didn't trouble anyone, but if someone else handles it for you, you'll also need a power of attorney and their ID card. The whole process went smoothly, except for some waiting in line, which took most of the day. Cross-region vehicle inspections are now nationwide, a policy changed after 2018, which is especially convenient for migrant workers like us. Before going, it's recommended to check the car's condition, such as tire wear or lights, to avoid potential re-inspection issues. The cost is usually around one or two hundred yuan, the same as local inspections.
