What are the requirements for the Tianjin license plate lottery?

[AlexDella]

Tianjin license plate lottery conditions are as follows: 1. Residency in the city: (1) Including local residents and active-duty military personnel (including armed police forces) stationed in Tianjin. (2) Residents from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, overseas Chinese, and foreigners who hold valid identification and have continuously resided in the city for the past two years, with a cumulative residence of at least 9 months each year. (3) Non-local residents who hold a valid Tianjin residence permit and have continuously paid social insurance in the city for the past 24 months. (4) Non-local residents who hold a valid Tianjin residence permit, work within the administrative region of Tianjin, and are not required to pay social insurance according to regulations. (5) Non-local residents who hold a valid Tianjin residence permit, have cumulatively paid social insurance for 15 years, and are retired in Tianjin. (6) Individuals who hold valid Tianjin Talent Green Cards (Type A and B) and those recognized as high-level or urgently needed talents. 2. No registered vehicles under the applicant's name: The applicant must have obtained a valid motor vehicle driving license and have no small passenger vehicles registered in Tianjin under their name.

[McPaislee]

A while ago, I helped a friend check the Tianjin license plate lottery, and there are quite a few conditions. If you have a local household registration, you can apply directly. If not, you must have held a Tianjin residence permit for at least two years, and you need to ensure you don’t already have a Tianjin-registered car under your name, otherwise you won’t qualify. Also, make sure your social security or tax payments are continuous—missing any records will automatically disqualify you. I’ve seen many people eager to buy a car, but the lottery winning rate is extremely low, averaging just a few percent. You can only try your luck by participating in multiple rounds. It’s best to prepare documents like ID cards and residence permit copies in advance and fill out the online application carefully to avoid mistakes and wasted effort.

[DeElliot]

From a work perspective, I feel the Tianjin license plate lottery threshold isn't low. The key is proof of identity: either Tianjin household registration or a residence permit valid for at least two years, while ensuring no locally registered vehicles under your name. Additionally, you need stable income and credit history - submitting social security or tax payment proof is mandatory, otherwise the lottery system will reject the application. The lottery occurs approximately monthly; I recommend checking official announcements and applying on time. Many out-of-town colleagues often complain about this, but since the policy aims to control vehicle numbers and congestion, we can only patiently wait for opportunities.

[CorbinMarie]

I've thought about this for a long time. Basically, you need both ID card and residence permit. No problem for Tianjin locals, but outsiders have to wait for the full two-year period and must not have a car under their name. Just don't miss any social security payments. The lottery system is fair but slow, sometimes taking half a year to get results. I suggest preparing materials early, like filling forms and paying fees online to save time.