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Vietnam Driving License Categories: A Comprehensive Guide

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10/02/2025

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“Golden steering wheel” – a familiar phrase used to describe skilled and experienced drivers. But to become a “golden steering wheel” driver, you can’t miss the first “treasure” – a driver’s license. And as you know, driver’s licenses are divided into different categories, suitable for each type of vehicle. Today, let’s join Hanoi Truck in “decoding” everything about driving license categories – a pocket guide for all Vietnamese drivers!

What are Driving License Categories?

Driving license categories refer to the driving permits issued to individuals, allowing them to operate motor vehicles on roads corresponding to the license category they possess. The classification of driving license categories is based on the size, load capacity, seating capacity, and purpose of use of the vehicle.

Common Driving License Categories in Vietnam

Currently, the driving license system in Vietnam consists of 10 categories, divided as follows:

1. Category A0 (Creamy White)

For electric motorbikes with engine capacity under 4kW and electric bicycles.
Minimum Age: 16 years old.

2. Category A1 (Light Blue)

For two-wheeled motorcycles with engine displacement from 50 cm3 to under 175 cm3.
Minimum Age: 18 years old.

3. Category A2 (Blue)

For two-wheeled motorcycles with engine displacement from 175 cm3 and above, and vehicles specified for category A1 driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 18 years old.

4. Category B1 (Green)

For cars with fewer than 9 seats, trucks with a payload under 3,500 kg, and vehicles specified for category C driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 18 years old.

5. Category B2 (Orange)

For passenger vehicles with 10 to 30 seats, trucks, tractors, and vehicles specified for category B1 driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 21 years old.

6. Category C (White)

For trucks and tractors with a payload of 3,500 kg or more, and vehicles specified for category B2 driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 21 years old.

7. Category D (Pink)

For passenger vehicles with 31 seats or more, and vehicles specified for category B2 driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 24 years old.

8. Category E (Purple)

For vehicles towing trailers and semi-trailers permitted for categories B2, C, and D driving licenses, and vehicles specified for category C and D driving licenses.
Minimum Age: 27 years old.

9. Category FB2 (Off-White)

For people with disabilities using passenger vehicles with up to 9 seats, trucks and tractors with a payload under 3,500 kg, and specialized vehicles with a payload under 3,500 kg designed and modified to suit people with disabilities.
Minimum Age: 18 years old.

10. Category FC (Light Blue-Green)

For people with disabilities using trucks and tractors with a payload of 3,500 kg or more, and specialized vehicles with a payload of 3,500 kg or more designed and modified to suit people with disabilities.
Minimum Age: 21 years old.

Why are Driving Licenses Categorized?

Dividing driving licenses into multiple categories helps:

Ensure traffic safety: Each type of vehicle has its own technical and operational characteristics. Categorizing driving licenses ensures that drivers have sufficient knowledge and skills to operate vehicles safely.
Improve driver training quality: The training program for each driving license category will focus on the necessary knowledge and skills for that type of vehicle, thereby improving the quality of driver training.
Align with international practices: Driving license categorization is a common practice worldwide, helping Vietnam integrate deeply with the international community in the field of transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions about Driving License Categories

1. I want to drive a truck carrying goods from Hanoi to other provinces. What driving license category do I need?

To drive a truck carrying goods from Hanoi to other provinces, you need a category C driving license if the vehicle has a payload of 3,500 kg or more. If the vehicle has a payload under 3,500 kg, you can use a category B1 or B2 driving license.

2. I have a B1 driving license. Am I allowed to drive a 16-seater vehicle?

No, a B1 driving license only allows you to drive cars with fewer than 9 seats, trucks with a payload under 3,500 kg, and vehicles specified for category C driving licenses. To drive a 16-seater vehicle, you need a category D driving license.

3. I want to learn to drive and get a category C driving license. What do I need to prepare?

To learn to drive and get a category C driving license, you need to prepare:

Driving school application documents.
Medical certificate as regulated.
Identity card or citizen identification card.
Passport photos as regulated.

You can find more information and register for category C driving lessons at Hanoi Truck – a trusted address for all your driving learning needs.

4. Besides categorization, are there other types of driving licenses?

Besides categorization, driving licenses are also classified by validity period:

Driving license with a validity period: Issued to first-time drivers, valid for 5 years from the date of issue.
Driving license with no expiration date: Issued to those who meet the required conditions.

Conclusion

A driver’s license is the “key” that opens the journey to conquer all roads. Hopefully, this article has provided you with useful information about driving license categories. Be a responsible road user, always obey traffic laws, and drive safely!

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