What procedures are required to rename a car to the wife?
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There are two scenarios for transferring a vehicle between spouses: 1. Renaming: Since spouses belong to the same household, transferring a vehicle from the husband to the wife is not called a transfer but a renaming. The procedures required for renaming a vehicle between spouses include: (1) The vehicle registration certificate. (2) The vehicle license. (3) Identification documents of both parties. (4) Proof of joint ownership, such as a marriage certificate or household registration booklet that proves the marital relationship. 2. Transfer with license plate change: Transferring a vehicle between spouses with a license plate change follows the same process as a regular used car transaction, requiring the standard used car sale procedures. The required documents are as follows: (1) For the husband: ID card, vehicle registration certificate, vehicle license, and the original purchase invoice. (2) For the wife: ID card, and for non-locals, a valid temporary residence permit is additionally required to obtain a local license plate.
I've done this before and it didn't seem too complicated. Mainly need to prepare these documents: original and photocopies of both parties' ID cards, marriage certificate to prove spousal relationship, vehicle registration certificate (green book), driving license, and compulsory traffic insurance policy. When you go to the local DMV, first ask the front desk about the procedure - you may need to fill out a transfer application form. Since it's a name change for family members, taxes are basically exempt, just pay a small processing fee of a few dozen yuan. They usually do a quick vehicle inspection on-site to confirm the VIN number is correct. If everything goes smoothly, the whole process can be completed in half a day. I recommend bringing some water and snacks as queues can be long sometimes. Don't forget to photocopy all documents in advance to avoid wasted trips. After completion, remember to contact your insurance company to change the beneficiary to your wife's name, otherwise accident claims could be troublesome. Finally, you'll get the new driving license and registration certificate - this matter really requires attention to detail.
