What are the penalties for out-of-town vehicles without a Beijing entry permit?
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Out-of-town vehicles without a Beijing entry permit driving within the Sixth Ring Road (excluding the road itself) commit the traffic violation of "motor vehicle violating prohibition sign instructions," punishable by a 100 yuan fine and 3 penalty points. A Beijing entry permit is a temporary pass required for non-Beijing licensed vehicles to enter within the Sixth Ring Road (excluding the road itself) and certain sections outside the Sixth Ring Road in Beijing, valid for 7 days. For out-of-town passenger vehicles with a Beijing entry permit, driving within the Fifth Ring Road (including the road itself) during weekdays from 7:00 to 9:00 and 17:00 to 20:00 constitutes the violation of "motor vehicle violating prohibition sign instructions," punishable by a 100 yuan fine and 3 penalty points. Violating the tail number restriction during off-peak hours is considered "violating traffic restriction regulations," punishable by a 100 yuan fine. For out-of-town cargo vehicles with a Beijing entry permit, driving within the Sixth Ring Road (excluding the road itself) from 6:00 to 24:00 constitutes the violation of "motor vehicle violating prohibition sign instructions," punishable by a 100 yuan fine and 3 penalty points. For local cargo vehicles, yellow-label vehicles, and yellow-label vehicles from other provinces, autonomous regions, or municipalities violating the "Notice" by entering restricted areas, it constitutes the violation of "motor vehicle violating prohibition sign instructions," punishable by a 100 yuan fine and 3 penalty points.
Last year, I drove from out of town to Beijing without applying for the Beijing Entry Permit and was fined 200 yuan on the spot by traffic police, plus 3 points deducted from my driver's license. I really regret it! The Beijing Entry Permit is a measure implemented by Beijing to regulate non-local vehicles, aiming to alleviate urban congestion and air pollution. If you forget to apply or get caught in restricted areas, it's not just about fines and points—your car might even be towed. I once heard about a friend who was fined multiple times, accumulating significant costs. Applying for the permit is simple and can be done via a mobile app, with options for short-term and long-term permits. Preparing in advance can save a lot of trouble. Non-local drivers heading to Beijing should check the restricted areas and times online beforehand to avoid unnecessary hassle. Safety first, after all!
