Where to Pay Tax for a New Car: Tax Bureau or Vehicle Management Office?

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Vehicle purchase tax is processed at the national tax bureau. Below is relevant information about vehicle purchase tax: 1. Introduction: Vehicle purchase tax is a tax levied on units and individuals who purchase specified vehicles within the country, evolving from the vehicle purchase surcharge. On December 29, 2018, the 7th Session of the 13th National People's Congress Standing Committee passed the "People's Republic of China Vehicle Purchase Tax Law," which came into effect on July 1, 2019. The "Interim Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Vehicle Purchase Tax" promulgated by the State Council on October 22, 2000, was simultaneously abolished. 2. Taxable Objects: Vehicle purchase tax applies to listed vehicles as taxable objects, with unlisted vehicles not subject to taxation. The taxable scope includes cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles, trailers, and agricultural transport vehicles.