Vietnam Car Registration: Process, Regulations, and Feng Shui

“The saying goes, ‘A durable possession depends on its owner,’ but with vehicles, you must add ‘a beautiful license plate makes a luxurious car!'” Mr. Tu, the owner of a grocery store on Hang Buom Street, chuckled as he spoke to me when I asked about his brand new Hyundai Porter truck parked in front of the store. It turned out he had just bought the truck to facilitate goods transportation and was eagerly waiting for the day to get a license plate for his beloved vehicle.

Mr. Tu’s story reminded me of many people who consider getting a car license plate as important as choosing an auspicious day to “bring her home.” So, what is the latest procedure for car registration in Vietnam? Are there any feng shui considerations when choosing a license plate? Let’s explore the details with xetaihanoi.edu.vn in the article below!

What is Car Registration and Why is it Necessary?

Car registration is the process of a competent authority issuing and installing a license plate for a car after it has been registered. The license plate is a certificate of vehicle registration, a basis for state agencies to manage vehicles, and at the same time, determines the ownership of the vehicle.

Car registration is mandatory for all types of vehicles circulating in Vietnam, from trucks and cars to specialized vehicles.

Car Registration Process in Vietnam 2023

Step 1: Submit the vehicle registration application at the traffic police office.

Step 2: Pay the license plate registration fee.

Step 3: Randomly select a license plate (or register for a desired license plate).

Step 4: Receive an appointment slip, inspect, and receive the license plate.

Important Notes for Car Registration

Vietnamese Car License Plate

• Prepare all necessary documents as regulated.
• Carefully check the information on the license plate before receiving it.
• Install the license plate correctly and safely.

Feng Shui in Car Registration – Belief or Reality?

Many Vietnamese believe that a beautiful license plate, in harmony with feng shui, will bring luck and fortune to the owner. According to feng shui expert Nguyen Van An, author of the book “Car in Harmony with Destiny, Everything Goes Smoothly”: “Choosing a license plate based on the five elements and I Ching hexagrams can contribute to creating more belief and peace of mind for the car owner. However, the most important thing is still to drive carefully and obey traffic laws.”