What procedures are required for license plate swapping?
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License plate swapping requires the vehicle owner's identity proof, the vehicle registration certificate, the driving license of the vehicles involved in the plate swap, and the metal license plates of the vehicles. Below is an introduction about license plates: 1. Introduction: License plates, commonly known as vehicle tags, are plates hung on the front and rear of a vehicle. 2. Material: The materials typically used are aluminum, sheet metal, plastic, or paper, engraved with the vehicle's registration number, registration region, or other relevant information. 3. Function: License plates serve to number and register vehicle information. Their primary purpose is to identify the vehicle's region of registration through the plate, and to trace the vehicle's owner and registration details based on the plate.
I remember the experience of changing my license plate last year, and the whole process went quite smoothly. You need to prepare the vehicle registration certificate, original ID card, and the original license plate—these are all essential. Check the requirements of the local DMV online in advance to ensure there are no outstanding traffic violations on your car, or else the trip will be wasted. Arriving at the DMV before 9 a.m. helped me avoid the crowds. Filling out the application form was straightforward, and the staff at the counter verified the documents. The cost was around 200 yuan, including the production of the new plate, and I received the new plate after waiting about an hour. After the replacement, don’t forget to notify your insurance company to update the information and rebind your ETC device to avoid future hassles. The whole process took a little over two hours—the key is to bring all the required documents and stay patient. I’d advise against going on weekends, as it’s too crowded and time-consuming. I used an app to make an appointment, which saved me a lot of time. Just sharing my personal experience with you.
