How to calculate the time for pre-licensing?
A temporary license plate (temporary license plate) is a temporary pass used by a vehicle before it is officially registered. The method of calculating its validity period has always been the focus of attention of car owners. Recently, there has been a lot of discussion on the Internet about the calculation of license registration time, especially among new car buyers and second-hand car traders. This article will combine the hot content of the past 10 days to provide a structured analysis of the calculation rules, precautions and common problems of the pre-licensing time.
1. Calculation rules for validity period of temporary license

The validity period of a temporary license varies according to type and region. The following are the mainstream classifications:
| Prompt type | Applicable scenarios | Validity period | Calculation method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary licensing within administrative jurisdiction | Driving within the city of this province | 15-30 days | Starting from 0:00 on the day after issuance |
| Provisional licensing across administrative jurisdictions | Moving across provinces and cities | 30 days | Based on the system entry time |
| Test vehicle license plate | new car testing | 90 days | Manufacturer's certificate required |
2. Summary of recent hot issues
According to discussions among netizens and questions answered by traffic control departments, the following issues have received the most attention:
| Ranking | question | Official answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Can the temporary license be renewed after it expires? | Can be renewed up to 3 times, with a total of no more than 90 days |
| 2 | Are holidays included in the validity period? | Including statutory holidays consecutive calculations |
| 3 | Penalty standards for driving on the road with expired license plates | 12 points + fine of 200-2000 yuan |
3. Special situation handling plan
For the special cases that have been hotly discussed recently, the following suggestions are compiled:
| situation | solution | Materials required |
|---|---|---|
| Expired during epidemic control period | Can apply for extension of filing | Community certificate + itinerary code |
| The new car has not arrived but has been issued with a temporary license plate | Activate based on actual delivery date | Car purchase contract + logistics order |
| Second-hand car transfer window period | Use the original owner's license plate | Transaction Agreement + Identity Proof |
4. Key points of changes in the New Deal in 2023
Based on the latest documents from the Ministry of Transport, the management of temporary license plates has been adjusted as follows:
1.Electronic licensing pilot: 10 cities including Beijing and Guangzhou have opened electronic temporary licenses, which have the same validity as the paper version.
2.Inter-provincial service: Used car transactions can be processed in different places across the country without returning to the place of registration.
3.time calibration: The validity period of all temporary licenses is calculated based on calendar days, and working days are no longer distinguished.
5. Essential precautions for car owners
Based on the analysis of recent complaint cases, it is recommended to pay special attention to:
1. Templates must be pasted at designated locations on the front and rear windshields. Special inspections have been carried out in many places recently.
2. The validity period of new energy vehicle license plates is linked to the installation progress of charging piles, and installation certificates must be retained.
3. The rules for using temporary license plates of rental vehicles are different, and you need to purchase additional short-term commercial insurance.
Recently, traffic police departments in many places have carried out special rectification actions against illegal license plates, and it is recommended that car owners check the validity period in real time through the "Traffic Control 12123" APP. In case of special circumstances, you should go to the vehicle management office in time to go through the extension procedures to avoid facing the legal risk of "driving without a license".
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