Is Removing Motorcycle Decals Illegal in Vietnam?

“A cherished possession lasts.” This saying holds true for all assets, especially motorcycles – a popular mode of transportation in Vietnam. Many believe that “refreshing” their bikes, including removing old decals, brings good luck. But is removing motorcycle decals illegal? This article by XE TẢI HÀ NỘI will answer all your burning questions!

Is it illegal to remove motorcycle decals?

According to current traffic laws, removing motorcycle decals is not illegal if they are advertising or decorative decals. However, you must keep the manufacturer’s original decals intact, including brand labels and technical specifications stickers.

Various motorcycle decals

When is removing motorcycle decals illegal?

You will be fined between 100,000 and 200,000 VND (for motorcycles) if you remove or damage the inspection decal. The specific fine is stipulated in Decree 100/2019/NĐ-CP.

Motorcycle inspection decal

Example: Mr. Minh from Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, wanting to give his Air Blade a makeover, decided to remove all the decals, including the inspection decal. While riding on Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Mr. Minh was pulled over by traffic police and fined 150,000 VND for removing the inspection decal.