Is the vehicle file mailed to the DMV or the individual?
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Vehicle files are mailed to the vehicle owner. Vehicle file transfer refers to the process of relocating a vehicle's registration records from the local DMV during a used car transaction. The records can be transferred to a designated new registration location and owner, and once specified, changes are difficult to make. Vehicle file transfer and title transfer are procedures specifically for used cars and are only required in used car transactions. More details about vehicle file transfer are as follows: 1. Required documents: For vehicle file transfer, you need the vehicle's license, vehicle registration certificate, vehicle registration supplementary form (obtained from the local DMV where the vehicle is registered, requiring ID and license to retrieve), vehicle purchase tax certificate, current year's compulsory insurance policy, IDs of both buyer and seller, and if the buyer is from another region, a residence permit is required, which must be valid for at least one year. 2. Process: The approval for vehicle file transfer usually takes 3 working days, so it cannot be completed on the same day. The vehicle file will be mailed only after approval, depending on the efficiency of the local DMV and relevant regulations. The DMV's EMS mailing of the file generally takes about a week.
When I helped a friend with the vehicle transfer process before, the filing transfer left a deep impression on me. The vehicle files are not mailed to individuals or the seller, but are directly sent by the original DMV to the new DMV where the new owner is located. The entire process ensures secure document transfer to prevent loss or tampering. During the transfer, the seller first submits an application at the DMV, and after sealing the documents, they are mailed to the target DMV. The buyer only needs to check if the files have arrived at the new location before proceeding with the formalities. A common mistake is assuming the files can be received privately, leading to registration hassles or even fraud. It’s advisable not to cut corners—personally visiting the DMV to verify is more reliable, as the files include critical information like the registration certificate, and any errors can delay licensing and cause complications.
