Where to Collect the Annual Inspection Sticker?
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You can collect the annual vehicle inspection sticker at the vehicle management office or at the inspection stations designated by the vehicle management office. Below are the steps to apply for the inspection sticker online for vehicles exempt from inspection for 6 years: 1. Open the Traffic Management 12123 mobile app, click "More," and find "Apply for Inspection Exemption Sticker" under the "Service Center" to apply for the inspection sticker for your registered exempt vehicle. 2. Select the exempt vehicle for which you are applying for the inspection sticker, read the "Inspection Exemption Sticker Application Instructions," then click "Read and Agree" to proceed to the vehicle information confirmation page. 3. After confirming the vehicle information, click "Next" to proceed to the mailing address selection page. Once you select the mailing address, you will be directed to the information confirmation and submission page. Verify all the information, obtain the SMS verification code, and after successful verification, click "Submit" to complete the application for the inspection exemption sticker. 4. Users who fail the online verification of compulsory traffic insurance and vehicle and vessel tax need to upload photos of the compulsory traffic insurance and vehicle and vessel tax certificates. The subsequent steps are the same as above. After successful submission, you can check the progress of your application at any time under "Online Progress" on the homepage.
I previously worked in vehicle inspection for several years and often helped car owners with similar questions. The annual inspection sticker is an important proof of passing the inspection and must be affixed to the upper right corner of the windshield. Generally, when you take your car to an authorized inspection station and complete the annual inspection, if everything goes smoothly, the staff will directly issue the sticker to you. If you don’t receive it, it might be due to a failed inspection or missing the collection step—you’ll need to bring your vehicle registration and ID to the local DMV for a replacement. I recommend scheduling your inspection in advance to avoid long queues. Additionally, some cities now support online inspection appointments, but you’ll still need to visit in person to collect the sticker and verify your information. Remember to check the date and license plate number on the sticker, and ensure it’s placed correctly—otherwise, you could face fines or penalty points if caught on the road. Don’t take this annual requirement lightly; it’s crucial for ensuring safety.
