What qualifications and procedures are required for the battery swapping cabinet project?

What qualifications and procedures are required for the battery swapping cabinet project?

In recent years, with the rapid development of the food delivery and express delivery industries, two wheeled electric vehicles have become the main mode of transportation for riders. To solve problems such as slow charging, battery aging, and safety hazards, the "battery swapping cabinet" mode has emerged. Many entrepreneurs have set their sights on this track and want to enter the market to work on electric vehicle battery swapping cabinets for food delivery. But you know what? This seemingly simple business actually has clear compliance thresholds. Today we will talk about: What qualifications and procedures are required for a battery swapping cabinet project?

1、 Business License (including relevant business scope)
This is the foundation of all commercial activities. If you plan to operate a battery swapping cabinet, you must first register a company or individual business and clearly include in the "business scope" of your business license:

Lithium battery charging and swapping services
Battery leasing/sales/recycling, etc
There may be slight differences in the statements in different regions. It is recommended to consult the local market regulatory department in advance to ensure that your business scope covers your actual business.

2、 Venue Lease Agreement
A battery swapping cabinet cannot be easily placed in any corner. You need a legal and stable venue, whether it is an open space on the street, at the entrance of a residential area, or in front of a cooperative merchant, you must sign a formal venue rental agreement with the property owner. This contract is not only the basis for your use of the venue, but also an important material for handling subsequent procedures such as fire safety and electricity.

Special reminder: The site selection should avoid fire fighting access, tactile paving, low-lying areas, flammable and explosive areas, etc. For details, please refer to the site selection requirements in the Guidelines for Electric Bicycle Sharing and Switching (Trial).

3、 Fire safety filing or permit
Due to the involvement of lithium battery charging and discharging in the battery swapping cabinet, it is a key regulatory object for electrical safety. According to the "Guidelines for Shared Battery Swap of Electric Bicycles (Trial)" jointly issued by the three national departments (Fire and Rescue Bureau, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and State Administration for Market Regulation) in 2025, the battery swap cabinet must:

Equipped with fire detection, sound and light alarm, and automatic fire extinguishing device
Maintain a safe distance from buildings and combustibles
Complies with the Technical Specification for Centralized Charging Facilities for Electric Bicycles (GB/T 42236.1-2022)
Therefore, before installation, it is usually necessary to apply for fire safety registration with the local fire department, and some areas may also require special approval. Don't try to save time by skipping this step, otherwise if something happens, the responsibility will be significant.

4、 Tax registration
It is the obligation of every business entity to pay taxes in accordance with the law. After obtaining the business license, it is necessary to complete tax registration within the prescribed time and declare value-added tax, corporate income tax, etc. on time. Although many processes are now online, it is important to ensure that the tax status is normal and avoid affecting subsequent invoicing, cooperation, and other businesses.

5、 Environmental assessment (depending on local policies)
Some cities require environmental impact assessments for projects involving battery storage, charging, and discharging, especially for large-scale deployment or centralized battery swapping stations. Although most small battery swapping cabinet projects are not currently mandatory, it is recommended to consult with the local ecological and environmental department in advance to avoid being suspended later on.

Other precautions
The equipment must comply with national standards, such as GB 43854-2024 (Safety Specification for Lithium Batteries), GB 17761-2024 (Safety Technical Specification for Electric Bicycles), etc., for the battery swapping cabinet and battery. Do not use cascaded batteries.
Data needs to be connected to the regulatory platform: In some regions, a government unified regulatory system has been established, requiring enterprises to upload real-time operation data of battery swapping cabinets.
Suggest purchasing commercial insurance: In the event of a battery fire or other accidents, insurance can effectively reduce business risks.

Conclusion
Doing a food delivery electric vehicle battery swapping cabinet project is not just about buying a few devices and finding a place to store them. Compliance is the bottom line, safety is the lifeline. Although the initial procedures may seem a bit complicated, each step is aimed at ensuring the safety of you and your users, as well as laying the foundation for the long-term stable operation of the project.

If you are planning to join the bureau, you may want to first visit the local market supervision, fire protection, urban management and other departments to clarify the policies before taking action. Only by taking steady steps can we go further on this emerging track.
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