Understanding Vietnam’s License Plate Type “D”

“A license plate is like a person’s destiny,” Howo truck drivers in Hai Phong jokingly say when they have free time to discuss vehicles and license plates. Indeed, a license plate is not just a series of characters but also carries many interesting meanings, sometimes associated with feng shui beliefs. Today, XE TẢI HÀ NỘI will delve into the details of license plate type “D”, particularly regarding trucks, a mode of transportation that is becoming increasingly popular.

What is License Plate Type “D”?

Definition

License plate type “D” is a common type of vehicle license plate in Vietnam, issued for passenger cars with fewer than 10 seats, trucks, and specialized vehicles with a payload under 3.5 tons.

Truck License Plate

Meaning of License Plate Type “D”

According to the Ministry of Public Security regulations, license plate type “D” does not carry any specific meaning regarding geographical location or purpose of use like some other license plate types. However, many people believe that the letter “D” symbolizes “Prosperity” and “Abundance,” bringing good luck to the vehicle owner.

Distinguishing License Plate Type “D” from Other Types

To distinguish license plate type “D” from other license plate types, you can rely on the following characteristics:

• Color: White background with black letters and numbers.
• Structure: Consists of two parts:
  • The first part is the province/city code issuing the license plate.
  • The second part is a random sequence of numbers.

Feng Shui and License Plate Type “D”

Vietnamese people value feng shui, especially when choosing a license plate. With license plate type “D”, many believe the following number sequences bring good luck and fortune:

• Ascending numbers: 1234, 3456, 6789…
• Paired numbers: 2255, 6688, 9933…
• Repeating numbers: 5555, 7777, 8888…

However, Mr. Nguyen Van An, a feng shui expert in Hanoi, said: “Feng shui is a factor to consider, but one should not be overly superstitious. The most important thing is the awareness of road users.”

Frequently Asked Questions about License Plate Type “D”

Can trucks use license plate type “D”?

Trucks with a payload under 3.5 tons can use license plate type “D.”

What is the procedure for transferring ownership of a vehicle with license plate type “D”?

You can refer to the article “Choosing a car license plate based on Feng Shui” for more details on the vehicle ownership transfer procedure.

How to look up information on a vehicle with license plate type “D”?

Currently, many websites and applications allow you to look up vehicle information based on the license plate number.

License Plate Check

Conclusion

License plate type “D” is a common type of license plate in Vietnam, offering convenience to users. Although it does not distinguish the purpose of use, license plate type “D” still holds interesting meanings in terms of feng shui.

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