What documents are required for car registration?
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The documents required for car registration include: 1. Original and photocopy of ID card. If you are handling it for someone else, both your ID and the car owner's ID must be brought; 2. Original and photocopy of the invoice; 3. Original and photocopy of the vehicle qualification certificate; 5. Original and photocopy of the compulsory insurance policy; 6. Tax payment certificate. It is relatively convenient to apply for a replacement of a new car license plate. You can directly apply at the vehicle management office without having to report to the police station. The replacement license plate must be consistent with the original license plate number. If a personalized license plate is lost, it must be replaced with a 92-style license plate. The car owner must personally go to the vehicle management branch in their district or county to complete the license plate replacement procedures. The license plate is the common name for the vehicle plate, which are plates hung on the front and rear of the car. The materials commonly used are aluminum, iron, plastic, or paper, with the vehicle's registration number, registration region, or other relevant information engraved on them.
I just bought a new car, and preparing the documents before registration is a big deal. As a new car owner, I had to visit the DMV several times to figure out the essentials: original and photocopy of ID card to prove identity; original purchase invoice to show legal ownership; vehicle certificate to ensure the car meets standards; duplicate of compulsory traffic insurance policy to confirm coverage is active; vehicle purchase tax payment proof, which requires completing tax payment at the tax bureau. Don’t forget to photocopy all documents and bring a few photos of the car. Some places also require an eco-label or emissions test report, so check local policies in advance. The whole process is time-consuming, but it speeds up with all documents ready. Don’t be like me on my first try—forgetting photocopies and making a wasted trip. I recommend setting aside half a day to get it done.
When buying a used car, the registration documents are a bit special. As a used car enthusiast, I learned a lesson during the transfer process: basics like ID card and purchase invoice are essential, but you also need the original owner's transfer agreement and vehicle registration certificate to prove the transaction's legality; the latest vehicle inspection report ensures the car's safety; if it's across provinces, you'll need to handle the transfer-in procedures and obtain a local temporary license plate. The insurance policy must be updated to your name to avoid invalidity. When preparing, bring all historical maintenance records, as some DMVs will check the engine number match. This is more complicated than buying a new car, and booking services in advance can save a lot of trouble.
From my daily experience, the core documents for vehicle registration are just a few: ID proof, invoice, vehicle certificate of conformity, compulsory traffic insurance policy, and purchase tax certificate. Prepare copies in advance, plus one vehicle photo. It's advisable to go early; incomplete documents mean starting over.
