Is Tax Required for Private Second-hand Car Transfer?
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During the process of second-hand car transfer, dealers are required to pay taxes, and buyers may also need to pay taxes under certain circumstances. Below is some information about second-hand car transfer: 1. Legal Provisions: According to the relevant regulations of the "Second-hand Car Circulation Management Measures", after the completion of a second-hand car transaction, a unified invoice issued by the tax authority must be provided to the current vehicle owner. 2. Documents Required for Second-hand Car Transfer: Original owner's ID card, new owner's ID card, original/duplicate of vehicle license, purchase tax certificate, vehicle and vessel tax payment certificate, motor vehicle registration certificate, motor vehicle criminal inspection report, road maintenance fee receipt, insurance policy/card/invoice. All of the above must be provided in original copies.
Last time I handled a used car transfer, there were indeed some taxes to pay. At the vehicle management office, the fees they charged included transfer fees, license plate registration costs, and some taxes, such as vehicle transaction tax or purchase tax-related items. The specific amount depends on the vehicle's valuation and local policies, usually calculated as a percentage, possibly 1%-2% deducted from the transaction price. For the transfer, you need to bring your ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and the sales contract, and the vehicle must pass an emissions inspection. If the taxes aren't paid, the transfer won't go through, and the process can drag on for a long time. I recommend car owners check the local vehicle management office's regulations online in advance or ask experienced friends, as policies vary by province—some offer tax breaks for small cars, but urban household registration is stricter. The whole process can be completed in half a day, but don't underestimate the costs; with taxes, it could be several hundred or even thousands, so budget accordingly.
