What is the licensing process for parallel imported vehicles?
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The licensing process for parallel imported vehicles is as follows: 1. Prepare the necessary documents. For individual registration, bring your personal ID card and a copy; for corporate registration, bring the original and a copy of the company's unified business license (post three-certificate integration). 2. Purchase compulsory traffic insurance, which can be obtained from any insurance company. 3. Bring the insurance policy, customs clearance documents, commodity inspection documents, and invoice to the local Administration for Industry and Commerce for verification and stamping. 4. Go to the local State Taxation Bureau to pay the vehicle purchase tax. 5. Take all the documents to the Vehicle Management Office for procedures such as rubbing, photographing, and vehicle inspection. Notes for purchasing parallel imported vehicles: 1. Certificate of Imported Goods; 2. On-board Inspection Sheet; 3. Vehicle Conformity Certificate; 4. Vehicle Purchase Invoice; 5. Imported Vehicle Electronic Information.
I've been into cars for several years, and the process of registering a parallel-imported vehicle can be a bit tricky. First, you need to make sure the vehicle has cleared customs and obtained the import certificate. Then, go to customs to complete the tax payment procedures, pay the tariffs and VAT, and get the tax payment certificate. Next, prepare a bunch of documents: invoice, ID card, copy of the vehicle qualification certificate, and purchase tax payment receipt—all of these must be complete. After that, submit the application at the local vehicle management office and queue for the vehicle inspection—this step checks the vehicle's safety, such as whether the exhaust emissions and lights meet the standards. Once the inspection is done, you must buy compulsory traffic insurance—this is a must. Finally, pay the purchase tax, choose a license plate number, and wait a few days for the plate to be mailed to your home. The whole process might take three to five days. I recommend finding a reliable agent to save some effort, as doing it yourself can be quite time-consuming, especially during holidays when the crowds can drag it out even longer. Remember, if any documents are missing, you'll have to start over, so don’t be careless!
