What vehicles require a road transport permit? Detailed explanation of vehicle transportation qualification requirements
A road transport certificate is a legal document that vehicles engaged in commercial road transport activities must obtain, but not all vehicles require it. This article will combine the latest policies to sort out the types of vehicles that require road transport permits, and attach a structured data description.
1. What is a road transport permit?
The full name of the road transport certificate is "Road Transport Operation License", which is issued by the transportation management department and is used to prove that the vehicle has legal operating qualifications. According to the "Road Transport Regulations of the People's Republic of China", vehicles engaged in commercial road transport must apply for this certificate.
| Document type | Issuing department | Validity period |
|---|---|---|
| road transport certificate | Transportation authorities at or above the county level | 4 years |
2. Types of vehicles requiring road transport certificates
According to the latest revision of the "Technical Management Regulations on Road Transport Vehicles" in 2023, the following eight categories of vehicles must apply for road transport certificates:
| serial number | vehicle type | Specific instructions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | freight vehicle | Ordinary trucks, special trucks, dangerous goods transport vehicles, etc. with a total mass of ≥4.5 tons |
| 2 | passenger vehicle | Line buses, tourist charter buses, school buses, etc. with 9 or more seats (inclusive) |
| 3 | taxi | All cruise taxis and online taxi bookings |
| 4 | rental vehicle | Passenger cars with more than 9 seats for operating leasing |
| 5 | coach car | Special vehicles for motor vehicle driver training |
| 6 | Dangerous goods transport vehicle | Special vehicles for transporting explosives, flammable liquids and other dangerous goods |
| 7 | Cold chain transport vehicle | Special vehicles used for temperature-controlled transportation of food, medicine, etc. |
| 8 | Special transport vehicle | Special vehicles for transporting large items, transporting non-decomposable items, etc. |
3. Special circumstances when it is not necessary to apply for a road transport permit
Although the following three types of vehicles are used for transportation activities, they are exempt from road transport permits:
| type | Specific instructions | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|
| Non-commercial vehicles | Transport vehicles used by enterprises for their own use and not for external operation | Article 22 of the Road Transport Ordinance |
| agricultural transport vehicle | Transport vehicles whose driving license indicates "agricultural use" | "Announcement of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs" |
| New energy light truck | New energy trucks with a total mass of ≤4.5 tons (some pilot cities) | "Opinions on Promoting Green Transportation Development" |
4. Road Transport Permit Application Process
The latest simplified application process mainly includes 4 steps:
1. Submit application materials (ID card, driving license, vehicle technical grade certificate, etc.)
2. Vehicle comprehensive performance testing
3. Pay relevant fees
4. Receive documents
5. Answers to hot questions
Q: Do I need to apply for a certificate if I occasionally take orders for a private car?
A: According to the latest reply from the Ministry of Transport in August 2023, any transportation activity for profit must apply for a certificate, including online ride-hailing and ride-hailing (exemptions are applicable for ≤ 2 orders per day).
Q: Are there any changes to the new energy truck policy?
A: Starting from September 2023, 15 cities including Shenzhen and Chengdu will be piloting new energy trucks with a total mass of ≤4.5 tons without a road transport permit, but they need to complete registration.
6. Penalty Standards for Violations
| Violations | Punishment measures | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|
| Operating without a license | Fine of 30,000-100,000 yuan | Article 63 of the Road Transport Ordinance |
| Certificate expired | 1,000-3,000 yuan fine | "Technical Management Regulations on Road Transport Vehicles" |
| Not carried with the vehicle | Warning or fine of less than 200 yuan | "Administrative Punishment Law" |
It is recommended that car owners regularly check the latest policies issued by the local transportation department to ensure compliance operations. Applying for a road transport permit is not only compliance with the law, but also a guarantee of transportation safety and industry order.
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