Foreign Man Has His E-Bike Temporarily Impounded, Fined 50 yuan

Guangzhou traffic police have intensified enforcement on e‑bike violations, upholding consistent standards for all riders. On December 26, 2025, officers in Yuexiu District​ stopped a foreign rider whose e‑bike lacked a valid license plate and who was not wearing a helmet. The rider said a friend had told him foreigners could not register e‑bikes and called the process troublesome; he also claimed his helmet was too small. Police fined him 50 yuan​ for the helmet offense and impounded the unregistered bike. They clarified that foreign nationals in Guangzhou are eligible to register if they hold a valid residence permit of three months or longer, and can apply with the vehicle’s compliance certificate and purchase invoice. Authorities stressed that rules apply equally to locals and foreigners alike