Vietnam Motorbike Plate Change: Rules & Common Questions

“Oh my gosh, the new motorbike I just bought has such an ugly license plate! Can I change my motorbike license plate?” Many of us have probably exclaimed something like this when we suddenly “bring home” a vehicle with an “unattractive” plate number. So, what’s the real story about changing motorbike license plates? This article will help you answer all related questions!

Reasons for Wanting to Change License Plates

The desire to change motorbike license plates stems from various reasons and psychological factors:

• Feng Shui: Many people believe that a beautiful license plate, aligned with Feng Shui, will bring luck and fortune. Conversely, an unlucky plate number might lead to misfortune.
• Personal Preference: Some simply dislike the number sequence on their plate or want to own a beautiful, unique, and easy-to-remember plate.
• Special Cases: Accidents, damaged license plates needing replacement, or wanting to change to a plate from a different province/city when relocating…

Is it Possible to Change Motorbike License Plates as Desired?

The answer is NO. According to current regulations, you are only allowed to change motorbike license plates in the following specific cases:

• The license plate is faded, peeling, or no longer meets traffic regulations.
• The vehicle is involved in an accident, damaged, and requires a new license plate.
• Change of vehicle ownership.
• Change of vehicle registration location (from one province to another).

Changing motorbike license plates for Feng Shui reasons or personal preference is not permitted.

People changing motorbike license plates at a traffic authority office

Why This Regulation?

The prohibition of changing motorbike license plates at will aims to:

• Ensure Transparency: Limit the exploitation of license plate changes for personal gain or fraud.
• Maintain Stability: Help authorities easily manage traffic vehicles.

What to Do When You Want to Own a Beautiful Motorbike License Plate?

Although you cannot change your license plate as desired, there are still other ways to “hunt” for a plate number you like:

• Participate in License Plate Auctions: This is a legally permitted method where you can own a beautiful license plate through auctions.
• Choose the Registration Date and Time: According to folk experience, choosing an auspicious date and time, compatible with your age, to register your vehicle may help you “bring home” a plate number you like. However, this is only a spiritual belief and has no scientific basis.

People registering motorbikes and receiving license plates

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to ask acquaintances in the traffic authority to change my motorbike license plate?

Absolutely not! This action is illegal and may result in you and those involved being held accountable before the law.

I’ve heard about underground motorbike license plate changing services?

It’s true that there are such offers, but you need to be extremely cautious! These are illegal services and carry many risks.

Conclusion

Can motorbike license plates be changed? The answer is clear. Be a responsible citizen and comply with legal regulations. Instead of trying to change your license plate, focus on driving safely and “bringing” luck through your own carefulness.

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