Application for temporary vehicle operation permission (temporary number)
Updated: October 10, 2024
Temporary vehicle operation permit (provisional number plate) system
This is a system that allows vehicles with expired vehicle inspections to be temporarily permitted to be driven on public roads for purposes stipulated in the Road Transport Vehicle Act, such as when they are sent to a regional transport bureau or inspection and registration office for inspection.
Due to the purpose of this system, which is an exception to the Motor Vehicle Inspection and Registration System, permission is usually limited to one per vehicle. Subsequent applications for the same vehicle will not be approved in principle.
Purpose of operation covered by this system
・Forwarding for registration ・Forwarding for inspection ・Forwarding for vehicle body maintenance on the premise of undergoing inspection ・Forwarding for delivery ・Forwarding for changing or reissuing a vehicle registration number plate ・Forwarding for reissuance Forwarding for sealing, forwarding for sale, forwarding for photographing, etc. (subject to inspection and registration)
Note: If sending an item for sale, a "second-hand goods dealer license" and "operation plan (including information on the destination)" are required.
Note: In the case of transportation for filming, permission is only given if the vehicle is to be filmed on a public road. A "Road Use Permit" is required.
Service route
Permission can be granted if the route to the departure point, transit point, and destination is the shortest route, and Inagi City is included in that route.
What you need when applying
1. Application form for temporary vehicle operation permit
2. Documents that can identify your vehicle (copies are acceptable)
(Examples) Vehicle inspection certificate, limited vehicle inspection certificate, registration cancellation certificate, vehicle inspection certificate return certificate, customs clearance certificate, completion inspection certificate, etc.
3. Original copy of automobile liability insurance (mutual aid) certificate (compulsory automobile liability insurance) (copies not accepted)
(Note) Only valid during the operation period
4. Identification document (driver's license, etc.)
5. Fee: 750 yen (per transaction)
6. Other supporting documents (see below for details)
Evidence documents (required documents) | Notes | |
For sale | ・Second-hand goods dealer license ・Operation plan (information on destination, etc.) | |
Forwarding for filming | ・Road use permit | ・Permission is only granted for filming feature cars on public roads . |
If you are applying for the same vehicle for the second or subsequent time | ・Statement of reason ・ (Documents explaining the reason for wishing to apply for a second or subsequent time) | ・In principle, subsequent applications for the same vehicle will not be approved. |
Note: Depending on the content of your application, we may ask you about the purpose of your operation, the route you are taking, and the schedule of your operation. In addition, we may require you to submit additional documents to prove your operation route.
Note: If there are any points in your application that are unclear and the review does not find it to be a legitimate application, your application will not be approved.
Note: Please see below for frequently asked questions regarding the application process.
Application date
On the day of operation
However, if the service day is a closed day, it can be rented on the previous open day.
Note: Temporary numbers are supposed to be applied for on the day of operation after planning the operation in advance.
period of operation
This is the minimum number of days (1 to 5 days) required to achieve the operation objectives.
In principle, the operation period for registration, inspection, sealing, re-issuance, disposal, etc. is one day .
Note: Due to the nature of the system, it is not possible to lend items for a long period of time.
Note: As a result of the review, the operation period may be changed from the time of application.
About application/return
Application location/date
Person in charge of citizen's section citizen window (only on weekdays: from 8:30 a.m. to noon, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Note: This service is not available at branch offices.
Note: Applications cannot be submitted on holidays when the agency is open.
Return location/date and time
Person in charge of citizen's section citizen window (weekdays: from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. holiday open agency day: from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Note: If you return it outside the above hours, you can also return it to the city hall night duty.
Note: If it is difficult to return the books due to the distance, it is possible to return them by courier service.
return documents
Both license plates and permits
due date
Within 5 days after the end of the service period
FAQ
Please see below for frequently asked questions about temporary numbers.
Temporary Number Frequently Asked Questions (PDF: 4,162KB)
Notes
About operation
- While the vehicle is in operation, display the permit in an easily visible position in front of the vehicle, such as on the dashboard.
- License plates and permits may only be used for the permitted vehicle, purpose, route and period of operation.
- The license plate must be securely attached to the front and rear of the licensed vehicle in an easily visible position with bolts or wires so that it will not fall off.
- Please carry your automobile liability insurance (mutual aid) certificate (compulsory automobile liability insurance).
- Please be careful not to lose or steal the permit and number mark. In the unlikely event that it is lost, please contact us and report it to the local police.
About penalties
- If you violate the "Operation" precautions, return documents, or return deadlines, you will be subject to imprisonment of up to six months or a fine of up to 300,000 yen in accordance with Article 108, Paragraph 1 of the Road Transport Vehicle Act.
- At the time of application, if you describe the purpose, route, or purpose of operation that is not true, you will be punished by imprisonment with work for not more than one year or a fine of not more than 500,000 yen according to the provisions of Article 107, Item 1 of the same law.
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Inquiries about this page
Inagi City Citizens Department Citizens Division
2111 Higashi Naganuma, Inagi City, Tokyo
Phone: 042-378-2111 Fax: 042-377-4781