Decoding KT License Plates: What Does KT Mean on Vietnamese Vehicles?

“Uncle, what does the KT on our truck’s license plate mean?” My newly graduated cousin asked me while visiting our family’s truck garage. “Ah, that signifies a commercial transportation vehicle!” His question reminded me of my own initial confusion about KT plates when I first started in this business. Today, let’s decode the mystery behind these special characters with XE TẢI HÀ NỘI!

KT License Plates – Identifying the “Kings of the Road”

What Does a KT License Plate Mean?

“KT” is the abbreviation for “kinh doanh vận tải,” which translates to “commercial transportation.” This type of license plate is specifically issued to vehicles involved in the business of transporting goods and passengers. KT plates have a yellow background with black characters and are assigned to trucks, tractor-trailers, buses, container trucks, and similar vehicles.

Why Are KT License Plates Necessary?

The use of KT license plates allows authorities to easily monitor commercial transportation vehicles, ensuring road safety, maintaining order, and effectively collecting taxes and fees.

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Types of KT License Plates

Similar to regular license plates, KT plates are also categorized based on the region of registration and the vehicle’s intended use.

Categorization by Region

The first two digits on a KT license plate indicate the province or centrally-controlled city where the vehicle is registered. For example:

• 29: Hanoi
• 51: Ho Chi Minh City
• 30: Hai Phong
• …

Categorization by Intended Use

• Trucks: What does a white KT license plate mean? This refers to license plates issued for cargo trucks such as box trucks, dump trucks, and crane trucks.
• Tractor-Trailers: Use distinct KT license plates.
• Buses: Commercial passenger buses use yellow KT license plates with black characters.
• Container Trucks: Similar to tractor-trailers, container trucks also receive specific KT license plates.

The Spiritual Significance of KT License Plates

Vietnamese people often value spiritual elements, especially in business. Many believe that a beautiful and feng shui-compliant license plate will bring luck and prosperity to its owner. Mr. Nguyen Van A, a long-time truck driver in Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi, shared: “Choosing a license plate is like choosing a spouse; it must be destined to ‘stay’ with you for the long haul.”

Important Considerations Regarding KT License Plates

• Vehicle owners must complete all registration procedures and obtain KT license plates according to legal regulations.
• It is prohibited to arbitrarily alter the structure, shape, size, or color of KT license plates.
• Tucking a license plate under the seat or obscuring it is a violation of the law.

Conclusion

We hope this article has provided a clearer understanding of KT license plates. Knowing about license plates is crucial, especially for those involved in the transportation industry.

For further consultation regarding trucks, feel free to contact XE TẢI HÀ NỘI at 0968239999 or email [email protected]. You can also visit us at: TT36 – CN9 Road, Tu Liem Industrial Park, Phuong Canh Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi. Our team of specialists is available to assist you 24/7.