A complete guide to the entire process of used car export in China

A complete guide to the entire process of used car export in China

introduction

China has become one of the fastest growing distribution centers for used car exports in the world. The models are complete in categories, reliable in condition, and outstanding in price/performance ratio, covering all categories ofcars, SUVs, MPVs, pickup trucks, and new energy trams. This article explains thoroughly in one go: the complete process, necessary materials, reference fees, time period and practical points to avoid trapsby China's used cars exported to countries around the world.

1. Confirm the export qualifications of enterprises (rigid threshold)

Individuals without export qualifications, only companies registered by the Ministry of Commerce can engage in used car export business

Automobile manufacturers are officially registered in China and included in the Vehicle Announcement Catalogue of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and can only export their own models.

Used Car Trade Export Company

A legally registered enterprise in the mainland of China, with fixed office space + physical exhibition hall

Be equipped with at least 3 licensed used car appraisers and pay social security normally

The company has good credit reporting and no major violations or records of breach of trust.

2. Vehicle screening and compliance review

Not all used cars can be exported and there are clear red lines.

It is prohibited to export scrapped vehicles, vehicles approaching their retirement age, vehicles seized under mortgage, stolen and modified vehicles, major accidents that have not been closed, and vehicles that have not been dealt with in violation of regulations are prohibited.

Permissible export standards

Regularly registered in China, the regular mileage does not exceed 150,000 kilometers

Comply with domestic emission and safety standards, as well as meet import rules of the destination country (vehicle age, left and right rudder, emission standards)

New energy tram: A complete set of compliance documents for UN38.3 and MSDS batteries must be prepared in advance

3. Domestic transfer and registration filing

1. Solve all vehicle violations and accident disputes, and hand in the original vehicle license plate and registration certificate

2. Go to the local vehicle management office to apply forexport transfer and apply for a temporary license plate

3. Once the export registration is completed, the vehicle isprohibited from being transferred and sold again in China

4. Third-party professional testing

Implementone vehicle, one inspection and one reportsystem

Inspections by officially authorized agencies: verification of authenticity of mechanical working conditions, exhaust emissions, safety performance, frame number/engine number, and mileage

Issue formal test reports, and can be translated and notarized in English as needed

Implement national standards: WM/T 8-2022 Passenger Car Standard, WM/T 9-2022 Commercial Vehicle Standard

5. Apply for a used car export license (core key)

1. Enterprises log in to theunified business platform of the Ministry of Commerce to declare independently online, and do not support individual agency services.

2. Necessary materials: export contract, vehicle inspection report, motor vehicle registration certificate

3. New cars less than 180 days after being licensed: Provide additional after-sales confirmation letter from the manufacturer (including overseas service outlets)

4. Approval time limit: 3 working days,one batch, one license management is implemented

6. Customs declaration and inspection + shipping

Required customs declaration information

Export license, commercial invoice (marked with VIN /engine number), packing list, certificate of origin, test report, temporary number plate, customs declaration form.

Mainstream transportation methods

Ro-ro ship: suitable for single unit/batch vehicle export, high cost performance, stable timeliness, 15 - 30 days shipping

Container: 20-foot/ 40-foot container, can hold 1 - 3 units, high safety, suitable for high-end vehicles and new energy vehicles

Main export ports: Shenzhen, Tianjin, Shanghai, Guangzhou

Customs clearance attention

Truthfully declare the frame number, mileage, and vehicle condition, and apply paperless online customs declaration throughout the process; after customs clearance, complete the cancellation of domestic vehicles within 2 months based on the customs declaration form.

7. Bicycle export reference fee

Third-party testing fee: 700 - 2100 yuan

Export license processing: 1400 - 3500 yuan

Ro-ro shipping costs: 14000 - 28000 yuan

Freight insurance: 1%-3% of vehicle value

Import tariffs in destination countries: Countries have different policies, generally 10%-30%

8. Summary of overall processing timeliness

Qualification preparation: 3 - 5 days

Third-party vehicle inspection: 1 - 2 days

Export license approval: 3 working days

Customs clearance process: 2 - 3 days

Shipping time limit: 15 - 45 days (based on distance of destination country)

9. Key tips for practical avoidance

1. Check destination country policies first: vehicle age limit, left/right rudder access, Euro 5 /Euro 6 emission requirements

2. Select only formal partners: export enterprises registered by the Ministry of Commerce, authoritative testing institutions, and professional freight forwarders

3. The information of the entire vehicle must be consistent: VIN, engine number, and mileage must be consistent to avoid delays in overseas customs clearance

4. New energy vehicles are prepared in advance: UN38.3, MSDS, and battery test report, so that only when compliance can customs clearance be smooth

conclusion

Relying on the complete automobile industry chain, China's used car exportprocess is mature and the profit margin is stable. It is recommended to select anexport enterprise formally registered by the Ministry of Commerce throughout the entire process and strictly abide by domestic and destination country regulations to ensure the safety of transactions and the smooth process.

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Source: Li Feng-Auto Export Auto-export

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