What to Do If the Vehicle Transfer Invoice Is Lost?

[ODonovan]

Consumers who have lost the motor vehicle sales invoice should obtain a copy of the sales invoice stub from the motor vehicle sales unit (stamped with the sales unit's invoice special seal). Go to the competent tax authority in the location of the motor vehicle seller to have it stamped for confirmation and registered for record; The sales unit will reissue the invoice. Consumers can then use the reissued motor vehicle sales invoice to complete the relevant procedures.

[DelValerie]

I also encountered the situation of losing the transfer invoice last time, it was really annoying! Hurry to the used car trading market where you originally handled the transfer, bring your ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license, and go to their invoice issuing window to apply for a replacement. You need to write a written statement explaining how the invoice was lost. If the original market has moved, go directly to the vehicle management office for help, they can check the record. When I replaced it, I paid a 20 yuan handling fee and got the new invoice after half an hour. Remember to scan and archive it immediately after replacement, and lock the original and registration certificate in the safe. Don’t delay on such matters, this invoice is needed for future car sales and transfers, if lost, you’ll have to go through the hassle all over again.

[MakaylaDella]

As someone who deals with used cars year-round, I've handled many cases of lost invoices. First, don't panic—the invoice can be reissued. Bring the original ID of the vehicle owner, the vehicle registration certificate, and the license plate registration card, and go straight to the issuing unit. When applying for a reissue, note: invoice stubs are typically retained for three years; beyond this period, you may need to make extra trips to the tax office. The fee usually ranges from 20 to 50 yuan. When filling out the loss declaration on-site, be sure to include the license plate number and invoice number. After reissuance, it's advisable to laminate the invoice for preservation and make three copies to store separately. If the original trading market no longer exists, go directly to the vehicle management office to retrieve the records—they have all transaction details in their system. Addressing such issues early saves the most hassle.

[Tim]

Last month, when I was selling my car, I realized I had lost the transfer invoice and was so anxious that I kept stomping my feet. A friend suggested I first go to the car market where I originally handled the paperwork, only to find out the market had been demolished. Then I rushed to the DMV, where the staff told me to bring the vehicle registration certificate and ID card to the tax office. At the tax office, I filled out a reissue application form, paid 30 yuan, and got the new invoice after waiting for an hour. The whole process only took half a day, much simpler than I had imagined. Now, I use a clip to secure the invoice and the vehicle license together, and I never dare to misplace them again. This incident taught me that important documents must be stored separately.

[CoraMarie]

From a legal perspective, the vehicle transfer invoice serves as a tax payment certificate, and it can be fully reissued in accordance with the law if lost. The procedure is clear: bring your ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license to the original issuing unit to apply for a reissue. If the original unit no longer exists, you can apply to the competent tax authority with the vehicle transfer certificate issued by the vehicle management office. When applying for a reissue, a written explanation of the loss is required, and some cities also require a newspaper announcement. It is important to note that the reissued invoice must be completely consistent with the original, including core data such as transaction amount and buyer/seller information. After reissuance, please immediately archive an electronic copy.