What to Do If the Vehicle Green Book Is Lost?
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When the motor vehicle registration certificate is lost, the owner of the motor vehicle should promptly apply for a replacement at the vehicle management office under the jurisdiction of the motor vehicle. If the transfer procedures have not been completed, contact the original owner. The original owner must personally bring their ID card and driving license and drive the vehicle to the vehicle management office for a replacement. The current owner must personally bring their ID card and driving license and drive the vehicle to the vehicle management office for a replacement. This is the only motor vehicle-related service that cannot be handled by a proxy.
Last time I helped a neighbor deal with a similar situation, losing the green book (vehicle registration certificate) is indeed quite troublesome. First, promptly go to the local police station to file a report and obtain a certificate, which is essential for the replacement process. Then, bring your ID card and driving license to the vehicle management office to fill out an application form. Don’t forget to take a photo of the left front 45-degree angle of the car with the license plate beforehand. Nowadays, many city vehicle management offices offer online appointment services, which can save you from waiting in line. The entire process costs around ten to twenty yuan in fees, and agencies charging several hundred are just scamming people. It’s best to keep the green book locked in a safe usually. If you need to sell the car during the replacement period, you can explain the situation to the buyer and sign a written agreement.
As someone who frequently handles used car transfers, replacing the green book (vehicle registration certificate) isn't as scary as it seems. The key is following three steps: First, get a loss statement from the police station within a week. Second, log into the traffic management 12123 app to schedule an appointment at the vehicle management office. Third, remember to bring the vehicle photos and original documents on the day. One detail many overlook - if your car gets inspected during the replacement process, showing the police report receipt can prevent misunderstandings. I recommend scanning the new book and saving it to your cloud storage or taking a photo for a trusted family member to keep as backup. The vehicle management offices are much more efficient now - last week we helped a client get their replacement book in just three days.
Having just gone through the replacement process, here's my advice: Before heading to the DMV, call 12345 to inquire about the required documents, as requirements may vary by location. Focus on preparing three key items—the police report receipt, photos showing the VIN, and your original ID card. The counter process takes about half an hour, though waiting for the booklet production takes longer. A money-saving tip: You can have the photos taken at a regular photo studio by specifying they're for a driver's license photo, saving about 20 yuan compared to the DMV. After replacement, invest in a fireproof and theft-proof document pouch; I simply slipped mine into the vehicle insurance document folder. A quick reminder: Don't store the green vehicle registration book and the driver's license together—keeping them separate is safer.
