Car Registration: Your Essential Guide

“Buying a car is easy, registering it is hard” – a common saying that resonates with many car buyers in Vietnam. The complex and lengthy procedures for car registration can be daunting. Understanding this, XE TẢI HÀ NỘI shares detailed and essential information about car registration dossiers, helping you navigate the process of completing the “birth certificate” for your beloved vehicle with confidence.

What is a Car Registration Dossier?

A car registration dossier is a collection of documents required by law that a vehicle owner (individual or organization) must submit to the competent authority to obtain a Vehicle Registration Certificate.

Why is Car Registration Necessary?

Vehicle registration is a mandatory procedure for all types of motor vehicles, including cars. This is for the following purposes:

• To identify the legal owner of the vehicle.
• To manage vehicles nationwide, serving security, order, and traffic safety.
• To establish a basis for calculating fees and charges related to the vehicle, such as registration tax, road maintenance fees, etc.

Components of a Car Registration Dossier

A complete car registration dossier includes:

1. Documents of the vehicle owner:
   • Individual: Valid Identity Card/Citizen Identification Card/Passport. Household registration book (photocopy).
   • Organization: Business registration certificate/Establishment decision.
2. Documents of the vehicle:
   • Certificate of factory release, vehicle import certificate.
   • Documents proving the origin of the vehicle (VAT invoice, sales contract, etc.).
   • Inspection record of technical safety and environmental protection quality of imported motor vehicles.
   • Certificate of civil liability insurance of the motor vehicle owner.

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New Car Registration Process

Step 1: Submit the dossier at the vehicle registration agency.

You can go directly to the Road and Railway Traffic Police Department (PC08) of the Provincial/City Police where you reside, or submit the dossier online through the National Public Service Portal.

Step 2: Pay fees and charges.

The fees and charges you need to pay include: registration tax, license plate fee, registration fee, etc. The specific amount will depend on the type of vehicle and the registration location.

Step 3: Receive the results.

After submitting sufficient documents and fees, you will receive an appointment slip. On the appointment date, you come to get the Vehicle Registration Certificate and license plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: If I buy a truck on installment, what additional documents do I need?

Answer: You need to add a financial loan contract, documents proving income, etc.

Question: How do I register for a vanity license plate?

Answer: You can directly contact the officer receiving dossiers at the vehicle registration agency.

Question: If I bought my car in Hanoi but want to register it in another province, is it possible?

Answer: Yes, you can carry out the procedure to transfer vehicle registration.

Important Notes

• Carefully check the dossier before submitting to avoid errors and wasting time.
• You should thoroughly research the regulations, procedures, as well as fees and charges in your locality before registering your vehicle.
• You should choose reputable car dealerships that support car registration procedures for customers.

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