Can I apply for a license plate with a residence permit?

Legal analysis: Yes, the legal effect of residence permit, temporary residence permit and ID card is the same, but the prescription and time period may be stipulated when handling some social security. Residence permit is an attempt made by some developed cities in China to learn from the "green card" system of developed countries, which has accumulated experience for China to formulate skilled migration measures and eventually form the national "green card" system of China. Holders of residence permits can enjoy the treatment of local residents.

Legal basis: Regulations on Motor Vehicle Registration

Article 5 A motor vehicle owner who applies for a motor vehicle number plate and driving license for the first time shall apply for registration with the motor vehicle management office at his domicile.

Article 7 Application for registration: (1) Identification certificate of the owner of the motor vehicle; (two) proof of the origin of motor vehicles such as car purchase invoices; (3) The factory certificate of the whole motor vehicle or the import certificate of the imported motor vehicle; (four) vehicle purchase tax payment certificate or tax exemption certificate; (five) motor vehicle traffic accident liability compulsory insurance certificate; (six) proof of payment or exemption of travel tax; (7) Other certificates and vouchers required by laws and administrative regulations when registering motor vehicles. Motor vehicles that are not allowed to be imported by the customs and those that are exempted from safety and technical inspection as stipulated by the competent department of motor vehicle products in the State Council shall also submit the certificate of safety and technical inspection of motor vehicles. The vehicle management office shall, within two days from the date of accepting the application, confirm the motor vehicle, check the rubbing film of the vehicle identification code, review the documents and vouchers submitted, and issue the motor vehicle registration certificate, license plate, driving license and inspection mark.