What is the process for registering a new car in Beijing?

[DeJulianna]

The process for registering a new car in Beijing is as follows: 1. Vehicle Inspection: Mainly checks whether the vehicle matches the information on the certificate of conformity and verifies if the vehicle registration falls within the scope of this inspection station. You need to provide the original vehicle conformity certificate and the original ID card of the owner to the staff. After passing the inspection, you will receive two documents: one is the environmental protection form, and the other is the appearance inspection form. Then, proceed to the environmental protection window to pay the fee. For exempted vehicles, after payment, directly submit the environmental protection form, appearance inspection form, and the original certificate of conformity to the environmental protection window. After stamping, photocopy the original certificate of conformity, then go back to get the vehicle identification number (VIN) stamped. After stamping, submit the documents back to the environmental protection window to receive the environmental green label. The environmental and appearance inspection for exempted vehicles is then completed. 2. Processing Procedures: Original certificate of conformity, photocopy of the invoice with the environmental stamp, invoice copy, registration copy, proof of purchase tax payment and its duplicate, duplicate of compulsory insurance, stamped VIN, environmental green label, vehicle appearance inspection form, compulsory insurance label. Then proceed to the general inspection, submit the appearance inspection form, original certificate of conformity, and stamped VIN. You will receive an information bag (large white bag, paper-made, white background with red text), and part of the deposit will be refunded. The submitted original certificate of conformity will not be returned and will be directly sent to the vehicle information center of the traffic management bureau. After receiving the information bag, proceed to take photos of the vehicle and hand the paper bag to the photography staff. Then enter the hall to fill out the registration form. Detailed instructions on how to fill out the form are available in the hall. Wait for the return of the information bag, which needs to be collected with the invoice, then prepare all the documents for processing. 3. After successful login verification: The vehicle owner must complete the self-selection within 20 minutes. If the selection is not completed within the time limit, the selection system will automatically end, and you will need to log in again for online selection. For the convenience of the public, there is no limit to the number of times you can attempt online selection, and you can operate multiple times.

[ColemanLee]

I remember buying a car a few months ago and going through the license plate registration process in Beijing, which went relatively smoothly. First, I collected the purchase invoice, vehicle certification, and a copy of my ID from the 4S store, then had to get compulsory traffic insurance. After that, I went to the tax office to pay the vehicle purchase tax and obtained the tax payment certificate. Next, I booked an appointment on the vehicle management office's website—don't go on the same day, as the queues can take half a day. At the vehicle management office, the car underwent an inspection, mainly checking lights, tires, etc., to ensure everything met standards. After the inspection, I submitted the documents in the hall, waited for my number to be called to pay fees and choose a license plate number—either pre-selected online or randomly on-site; I chose the latter for speed. After selecting the number, I paid the processing and plate fees, around 100+ RMB. Finally, I collected the plates and installed them myself or had a worker nearby help. The whole process took most of the day, so I recommend bringing water and snacks to avoid hunger.

[MacGrace]

Last time when helping a friend with the new car registration in Beijing, I found the process quite practical. The key takeaway is not to panic. First, prepare all the necessary documents: original ID card, original car purchase invoice, vehicle certificate of conformity, and compulsory insurance policy. Missing any one of these means multiple trips. After buying the car, promptly visit the nearby tax office to handle the purchase tax and obtain the tax payment certificate. Remember to make an appointment with the vehicle management office in advance to avoid wasted trips, as waiting times can be long during peak hours. During the vehicle inspection, they mainly check the engine number and chassis number. Ensure the dealership hasn’t altered any original parts to avoid failing the inspection. Nowadays, there’s an app to pre-select 50 license plate numbers, but choosing on-site is more intuitive—it’s a matter of luck. After paying the fees, you can get a temporary license plate to use for a few days, and the official plate can be installed by yourself once received. The key to the whole process is preparing documents early and planning your time well. While hiring an agent saves hassle, it’s more expensive; handling it yourself only costs a few hundred yuan.

[DeBlakely]

I just went through the process of getting a new license plate in Beijing, and here's a brief rundown of how to get it done in a few steps. First, after purchasing the car, obtain the invoice and the certificate of conformity, and don't forget to get compulsory traffic insurance. Then, go to the tax office to pay the vehicle purchase tax and obtain the receipt. After making an appointment at the vehicle management office, drive there for a vehicle inspection, which includes checking the lights and safety equipment. Submit the required documents and choose your license plate number—pick the one you like and confirm it. Pay a fee of a few hundred yuan, and once you receive the license plate, install it yourself. The entire process takes about half a day, making it suitable for families who are in a hurry to get it done.

[DeJack]

As a tech-savvy person, I prioritized using official websites and apps when handling Beijing new car license plate registration. After purchasing a new car, the 4S dealership provides a document package including invoices and certificates. I directly purchased compulsory traffic insurance online and booked an appointment at the vehicle management office. The tax part allowed me to check the purchase tax amount and make payments online, obtaining an electronic certificate. Booking appointments at the vehicle management office was convenient through the WeChat public account, and upon arrival, vehicle inspection was completed by scanning a QR code for record-keeping. I pre-selected my license plate number on the 'Traffic Management 12123' app to avoid queuing and competition. After completing everything online, I went to the counter to pay a little over 100 yuan to receive the plates, which I then attached to the rear of the car myself. The entire process integrated modern tools, making it efficient and hassle-free.