Lost Your Truck Documents? Here’s How to Replace Them Quickly

“God created earthquakes, man created trucks, and…lost truck documents,” chuckled veteran truck driver Nguyen Van A, who drives a Dongfeng truck for Truong Phat dealership on Nguyen Van Linh Street, Long Bien District, Hanoi. This humorous saying highlights a serious concern for many truck owners: the dreaded loss of vehicle documents. How can you replace lost truck documents quickly and accurately? Let xetaihanoi.edu.vn guide you through the process.

I. Replacing Lost Truck Documents: What You Need to Know

1. What Documents Are Included in Vehicle Registration?

Vehicle documents, also known as vehicle registration papers, are essential for all drivers. According to current regulations, a complete set of vehicle documents includes:

• Original Vehicle Registration Certificate.
• Original Vehicle Inspection Certificate.
• Valid Certificate of Compulsory Civil Liability Insurance for Motor Vehicle Owners.

2. When Do You Need to Replace Vehicle Documents?

You need to replace your vehicle documents in the following cases:

• Complete loss of all vehicle documents.
• Partial loss of vehicle documents (e.g., lost registration certificate, lost inspection certificate).
• Damaged or illegible documents.
• Changes in information on the documents (e.g., license plate change, change of ownership).

3. Where Can You Replace Vehicle Documents?

Vehicle owners can visit the police department where the vehicle was originally registered or submit their application online through the National Public Service Portal.

II. Guide to Replacing Lost Truck Documents

To replace lost truck documents, follow these steps:

Step 1: Report the Loss to the Police

Immediately after discovering the loss, report it to the nearest police station.

Step 2: Prepare the Necessary Documents

The required documents for replacing lost truck documents include:

• Application for re-issuance of vehicle registration certificate (using the provided form).
• Copy of your ID card/Citizen Identity Card/Passport.
• Confirmation document from the police station where the loss was reported.
• Other documents as required (if any).

Step 3: Submit the Documents and Receive an Appointment Slip

After preparing all the necessary documents, submit them to the document receiving department of the police station where the vehicle was registered.

Step 4: Receive New Vehicle Documents

Approximately 5 working days after submitting the application, bring your appointment slip and ID card/Citizen Identity Card to the police station to receive your new documents.

Truck driver frustrated over lost documents

III. Important Notes When Replacing Lost Truck Documents

• Proactively make photocopies and notarized copies of your vehicle documents to prevent loss.
• Carefully check the information on the new documents before accepting them.
• Never use forged documents.

IV. Frequently Asked Questions About Replacing Lost Truck Documents

1. How much does it cost to replace lost truck documents?

The cost varies depending on the specific circumstances.

2. How long does it take to replace lost truck documents?

It usually takes about 5 working days.

3. Can a truck with lost documents be operated?

No, a truck with lost documents is not permitted to operate.

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