Is the license plate mailed with cash on delivery?
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The DMV mails license plates with cash on delivery, meaning you have to pay the shipping fee yourself. It usually takes 3-4 days for the license plate to arrive. EMS (Express Mail Service) is the designated courier for mailing license plates by the DMV, and the delivery speed is slightly slower. Generally, from the time the license plate is mailed out to the time the owner receives it, it will not take more than a week at the latest. Below are the details: 11183 phone inquiry: 11183 is the phone number for China Post EMS. After dialing, transfer to a customer service representative, provide the license plate number, and you can inquire about the logistics progress of the license plate. It usually takes 3-4 days for the license plate to arrive. The license plate mailing service is provided by EMS, and the delivery speed is slightly slower. Generally, from the time the license plate is mailed out to the time the owner receives it, it will not take more than a week at the latest. Traffic Management 12123 app inquiry: Register and log in to the app. For Apple phones with iOS 15 or above, use the Traffic Management 12123 app (V2.8.1B437). You can check the progress of your license plate under the "Online Progress" section. Once the license plate is made and mailed out, you can also track the logistics. If you have bound your mobile phone number, you will receive an SMS notification when it is mailed out. Postal APP inquiry: For Apple phones with iOS 15 or above, download the Postal APP (V3.5.5). This is the official app of China Post. Open the app, and at the top, there is a mail progress search bar. Click to enter the inquiry page. On the page, select "Motor Vehicle License Plate," enter the license plate number or application number, and you can inquire. The Traffic Management 12123 app is the official client of the Internet Traffic Safety Comprehensive Service Management Platform, supported by the Traffic Management Research Institute of the Ministry of Public Security. It provides comprehensive traffic safety services for vehicle owners and drivers, including personal user registration, appointment, acceptance, and processing of vehicle and driver's license-related services, traffic safety information inquiries, service reminders, service guidance, and road traffic services. The DMV, short for Vehicle Management Office, is primarily responsible for handling vehicle registration, modification, transfer, mortgage, and deregistration. The DMV also processes applications for driver's licenses, replacements, renewals, and inspections, as well as other vehicle and driver-related services. Issues such as improperly filled forms or failure to sign and stamp as required should be reported to the supervisory department.
Speaking of license plate mailing, I just helped my neighbor inquire at the DMV recently. After the license plate is processed, it's sent via SF Express with the freight collect method, which is basically the standard nationwide. The DMV will mail it to you via courier, and you'll need to pay the shipping fee directly to the courier on the spot, usually around 20 to 35 yuan. There might be slight price variations in different regions, which you can check on the courier slip upon delivery. Remember to prepare change or mobile payment in advance as couriers don't provide change. Also, note that the license plate must be signed for in person with an ID card. If someone else is receiving it for you, a signed authorization letter is required. The DMV lobby actually has a collection point, but it's only available on weekdays and can be a hassle to pick up.
Just received the license plates last week, and it was indeed cash on delivery. The DMV has entrusted a courier company to handle the mailing, with the shipping fee to be paid by the recipient. I paid 25 yuan for the shipping, but the cost may vary by a few yuan in different cities. Remember to unpack and inspect the plates upon receipt to check for any shipping damage or incorrect plates. If any issues are found, you can refuse the delivery on the spot and immediately contact the DMV for a replacement. It's advisable to collect the plates three days before the temporary license expires, and it's recommended to prepare cash or mobile payment in advance. In some smaller cities, you may need to pick them up at the post office—specific arrangements should be confirmed with the local DMV.
