When handling ICBC’s ETC business online, the processing time required varies depending on the circumstances of the handler.

(1) Use the credit card you have applied for to handle ICBC’s ETC business. In this case, since there is no need to apply for a new credit card, the time required to handle ICBC ETC business is relatively short, about 15 days.

(2) Apply for a new credit card to handle ICBC’s ETC business. In this case, since you need to apply for a new credit card, it will take a longer time to handle ICBC ETC business.

The credit card review time alone takes about 20 working days, and it takes about 25 working days to get a new credit card. In addition to the time required to receive and install ETC vehicle equipment, if the efficiency of the staff is lower, it is not an exaggeration to say that the entire process takes more than a month.

As a business vigorously promoted by the government, the benefits of using ETC are as follows:

(1) Improve traffic efficiency. Since there is no need to queue up to pay, it only takes two or three seconds for vehicles to pass through the toll station using ETC. With traditional manual toll collection, it takes 20 to 120 seconds for a vehicle to collect.

(2) Enjoy toll discounts. In many places, drivers can enjoy discounts and save money by using ETC to pass toll stations.

(3) It is conducive to energy saving and emission reduction. When using ETC, the vehicle does not need to stop, which reduces the number of starting and braking of the vehicle. It not only reduces fuel consumption but also reduces vehicle wear and tear, making it more energy-saving and environmentally friendly.