What is required to change the name on a vehicle license?
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To change the name on a vehicle license, a transfer of ownership must be processed, which allows the holder of the vehicle license to be updated. The required materials for the transfer process include: 1. Original copy of the 'Motor Vehicle Registration, Transfer, Cancellation/Import Application Form'. 2. Original and photocopy of the current vehicle owner's identity proof. 3. Original or original and photocopy of the proof or certificate of motor vehicle ownership transfer. Among these, the used car sales invoice, 'Notice of Assistance in Execution', and allocation certificates issued by state organs, enterprises, institutions, and social organizations must be original. 4. Original 'Certificate of Release from Supervision of Customs Supervised Vehicles of the People's Republic of China' or original transfer certificate approved by customs (for customs-supervised motor vehicles). 5. Original vehicle license. 6. Original motor vehicle inspection record form (with standard vehicle photo and chassis number rubbing attached). 7. Original motor vehicle registration certificate. 8. One standard vehicle photo. 9. 'Power of Attorney' and agent's identity proof (for motor vehicle registration and related applications processed by an agent).
I recently changed the name on my vehicle registration certificate due to my surname change after marriage. The whole process was quite tedious. You need to visit the local vehicle management office with a bunch of documents: original and photocopy of your ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and household registration booklet to prove the name change. For marriage-related changes, a photocopy of the marriage certificate might also be required. Don't forget the vehicle registration certificate (green book) - it's crucial as it proves vehicle ownership. After arriving, fill out a change application form and wait in line for review. Staff will verify the information, and if everything checks out, you can get a new certificate issued the same day. I recommend going early to avoid peak hours and save time. Remember, name changes affect subsequent insurance renewals and annual inspections, so notify your insurer in advance to update records and avoid future claim issues. Though troublesome, this ensures long-term legal compliance.
