What is the correct way to affix temporary license plates?
2 Answers
Temporary license plates should be affixed in the following two ways: 1. If there is only one temporary license plate, it should be placed in the lower left or right corner of the front windshield, ensuring it does not obstruct the driver's view. 2. If there are two temporary license plates, one should be affixed to the front windshield, and the other should be placed in the lower left corner of the rear windshield inside the vehicle. If there is no space on the rear windshield, the second temporary license plate should be carried in the vehicle. Below is additional information about temporary license plates: 1. There are two types of temporary license plates: one has a sky-blue background with black characters and black borders, which is only valid for driving within the city (local temporary license plate); the other has a brown-yellow background with black characters and black borders, which allows for driving across cities (non-local temporary license plate). 2. Before the official license plate is issued, only the temporary license plate should be used. Once the official license plate has been issued, even if the temporary license plate is still within its validity period, it cannot be used further. If discovered by traffic police, corresponding penalties will be imposed.
When I first got my new car, I specifically researched how to attach the temporary license plate. According to regulations, the temporary plate must be affixed to the lower left corner inside the front and rear windshields, ensuring it doesn’t obstruct the driver’s view. For the front windshield, place it on the lower left corner of the passenger side, while for the rear windshield, it should be on the driver’s side lower left corner. Remember to secure all four corners with dedicated static cling or transparent tape—never use double-sided tape that leaves residue for convenience. I’ve seen cases where people were fined for placing it on the dashboard and instances of the temporary plate peeling off, so I always double-check that it’s firmly attached. During the validity period of the temporary plate, be extra careful not to drive with an expired one, and it’s best to carry a photocopy when entering or exiting residential areas as a backup.
