When is the vehicle green book issued after purchasing a car?
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The new vehicle green book is generally issued after license plate registration. If the car is purchased with a loan, the green book is mortgaged to the bank. After the loan is fully repaid, the mortgage release procedures are completed to retrieve the green book. Here is more information about license plate registration: 1. Required documents for new car registration: ID card, vehicle certificate of conformity, vehicle parameter sheet, second and fourth copies of the car invoice, vehicle purchase tax receipt, car insurance policy, purchase invoice, vehicle qualification certificate, ID card or organization code certificate and its copy of the invoice issuer, compulsory traffic insurance policy, tax payment certificate, and temporary residence permit for non-locals. 2. License plate registration process: After preparing the required documents, go to the vehicle management office to submit the materials, sign as the owner, have the vehicle inspected and confirmed by the traffic police, choose the license plate number, receive the receipt, have the license plate installed and photographed, and finally collect the vehicle license and registration certificate.
When I first bought my new car, I was also quite concerned about when the green book (vehicle registration certificate) would be issued. Generally, after you've paid in full or your loan is approved, the 4S dealership will handle the vehicle registration process for you. You should receive it about a week after the license plates are installed. Without the green book, you can't transfer ownership or insure the vehicle, which makes driving a hassle. A friend of mine was fined heavily for driving a second-hand car without the registration certificate when checked by authorities. So, I suggest you confirm the timeline with the seller immediately after purchasing the car, unlike my first time when I waited in confusion for a long time before remembering to follow up. If you have a loan, the bank might hold onto the green book until it's fully repaid—just keep an eye on your repayment records regularly.
When I bought my first car, I was completely clueless and didn't know when I'd get the green book (vehicle registration certificate). Later, the salesperson explained it's usually issued after vehicle registration is completed—for instance, within a few days after full payment when the dealer handles the license plate. In used car transactions, the transfer happens on the spot with the seller during the ownership transfer process to ensure the name is updated, avoiding future disputes. The green book contains all the vehicle's details—without it, you can't get insurance, and transferring ownership becomes difficult, seriously affecting daily use. I recommend new owners ask about the specifics early and not delay too long. If issues arise, communicate promptly.
