What documents and procedures are required for a new car?

[SanDeclan]

After registering a newly purchased vehicle, you should obtain the following documents: vehicle registration certificate, vehicle license, vehicle purchase tax payment certificate, annual inspection compliance sticker, green environmental protection sticker, and compulsory traffic insurance sticker. Below is an introduction to the new vehicle registration process: 1. After purchasing a motor vehicle, you must first pay for compulsory traffic insurance, which can be processed directly at the 4S dealership or through an insurance company. The 4S dealership should also provide temporary license plates. 2. With the compulsory insurance policy, purchase invoice, and motor vehicle factory certificate, go to the tax bureau to pay the vehicle purchase tax. 3. With the purchase tax invoice, purchase invoice, factory certificate, compulsory insurance policy, and ID card, drive the vehicle to the vehicle management office. Enter the hall to fill out the vehicle registration application form and pay the registration fee. Then, go to the designated window to check if the vehicle is exempt from inspection. If it is, directly print the inspection exemption certificate. Proceed outdoors for photography and exterior inspection, preparing a fire extinguisher and warning triangle. Vehicles with an inspection exemption certificate do not need to undergo on-site testing. Vehicles not exempt must undergo on-site testing. 4. After the exterior or on-site inspection, return to the hall and go to the designated window to collect the motor vehicle registration certificate and motor vehicle license. At the same time, the annual inspection sticker, environmental protection compliance sticker, vehicle license plate, and anti-theft screws will be issued. Install the license plate as required.

[DelIsabela]

Two years ago, I bought a new car. The dealer first provided the purchase invoice and the vehicle qualification certificate, which are the core documents proving the legal origin of the vehicle—definitely keep them safe. Then, I signed the car purchase contract to ensure all details matched. Next, I quickly arranged for insurance; compulsory traffic insurance is mandatory, and I recommend getting comprehensive commercial insurance for full coverage, just in case. After paying for insurance, I went straight to the tax office to obtain the vehicle purchase tax payment certificate. Finally, I queued at the vehicle management office for registration, bringing my ID card and all documents, where they printed the vehicle license, issued the license plate, and provided the motor vehicle registration certificate. The whole process took about a week, with quite a few documents involved, but missing any one could halt progress. For first-timers, it's best to let the 4S dealership handle everything on your behalf.

[IanDella]

As a seasoned driver, I particularly emphasize the safety checks for new car documents: The purchase invoice must be clear and accurate, the vehicle certification should be checked for anti-counterfeit labels to avoid buying smuggled vehicles. Immediately after the insurance policy takes effect, stick the compulsory insurance label on the front window—getting caught without it means a fine. Keep the purchase tax certificate safe; don’t wait until the annual inspection to panic. Some cities require an environmental label, so check local regulations in advance. From personal experience, scan these documents to keep digital copies and store the paper versions in a folder—losing them means a hassle to reapply.

[JuniperDella]

When I first bought the car, I received a package of materials from the dealer, including the invoice, certificate of conformity, and purchase contract. It's convenient to handle the insurance at the dealership, and it's safer to add third-party liability insurance when choosing. Then, go to the tax office to pay the purchase tax and get the tax payment certificate. Finally, register at the vehicle management office with your ID card, and you'll get the vehicle license and the small blue registration book in just a few minutes. The license plate will be mailed to you in a few days. There are no professional terms involved in the whole process, so don't be afraid if you're a beginner.