Is it possible to have a vehicle inspected in a different location? What procedures are required?

[DelSilas]

Vehicle inspection in a different location is possible. The procedures for out-of-town vehicle inspection are as follows: 1. The applicant only needs to bring the compulsory insurance policy, vehicle and vessel tax certificate, vehicle registration certificate, and the owner's ID card to directly inspect the vehicle in a province other than the vehicle registration location; 2. Present the above documents at an inspection site with inspection qualifications for direct inspection. Starting from September 1, 2018, cross-provincial inspection for small cars, trucks, and medium-sized buses has been fully implemented. Applicants can directly inspect their vehicles in a province other than the vehicle registration location and apply for the inspection qualification mark without going through the entrusted inspection procedures. In the following cases, the entrusted issuance of the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark will not be approved: 1. The motor vehicle involves outstanding road traffic safety violations and accidents that have not been dealt with; 2. The motor vehicle applying for the entrusted issuance of the inspection qualification mark is a large passenger vehicle.

[Tina]

Getting your vehicle inspected in a different location is completely feasible. I've personally handled this while on a business trip. National policies allow vehicles to undergo annual inspections outside their registered location, as long as you complete the necessary authorization procedures. Here's what you'll specifically need: First, apply for an authorization letter at the vehicle management office in your vehicle's registered location—this can be done through online appointment or by visiting in person. Then, bring your vehicle license, the owner's ID card, and the original copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy to the inspection station in the different location. They will verify the information and arrange the inspection. The inspection fee is around 100-200 yuan, depending on local standards. The entire process takes less than half a day, making it especially convenient for those working or traveling away from home. However, it's advisable to prepare one or two weeks in advance to avoid issues with the authorization letter expiring. In short, getting your vehicle inspected in a different location is a smart solution for mobile populations, saving both time and effort.

[LeviLynn]

I'm a long-distance truck driver who frequently travels out of town, and my vehicle is registered in my hometown, so I just get the annual inspection done in cities along the way. The procedure is actually quite simple: first, apply for a delegation authorization via a mobile app or the vehicle management office website; second, bring the vehicle license and ID card directly to an inspection station in another city. During the inspection, they check the lights, exhaust emissions, and safety performance, and the whole process takes about an hour. The cost is slightly lower than returning to the original registration location, and you don’t have to take time off work. The key is to prepare all the documents, especially making sure to photocopy your ID card. This policy is a convenience measure, especially suitable for people like us who are often on the road. Checking the local inspection station address in advance makes things smoother.

[OEdward]

Need to get your vehicle inspected in another city? No problem! First, confirm the requirements with the vehicle management office in your registration location to obtain a power of attorney, then bring your documents to the inspection station at your destination. Simply put, you must bring your vehicle license and ID card, and it's safer to handle any traffic violations in advance. I've done it myself while on a business trip—saved both money and effort. The inspection process is quick, and as long as your documents are complete, there won't be any issues.