What is Vehicle and Vessel Tax? Can it be avoided?

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BennettRose
07/29/25 10:24pm
Vehicle and Vessel Tax refers to a tax that vehicle and vessel owners or managers within the territory of the People's Republic of China are required to pay in accordance with the Vehicle and Vessel Tax Law of the People's Republic of China. It cannot be avoided. Here are the relevant details: 1. Mandatory Payment: Vehicle and Vessel Tax is one of the mandatory taxes stipulated by the state. Failure to pay it constitutes a violation of relevant laws. 2. Consequences of Non-payment: Vehicles without paid Vehicle and Vessel Tax cannot undergo normal inspection, and traffic police may impose fines if they discover the violation. 3. Payment Deadline: According to China's tax regulations, Vehicle and Vessel Tax must be paid annually and reported during the annual inspection. The payment period runs from January 1 to December 31 each year, during which the tax can be paid at any time.
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