HCMC Truck Restriction Hours: A Driver's Guide

HCMC Truck Restriction Hours: A Driver’s Guide

10/02/2025
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“Big trucks avoid small roads,” a common saying among truck drivers, reflects the challenges they face navigating HCMC’s bustling streets during restricted hours. How can drivers comply with traffic laws while ensuring timely deliveries? Let XE TẢI HÀ NỘI guide you through HCMC’s truck restriction hours.

HCMC Truck Restriction Hours: What You Need to Know

Which Vehicles Are Affected by HCMC Truck Restrictions?

HCMC’s truck restrictions, outlined in Decision No. 05/2022/QĐ-UBND by the HCMC People’s Committee, apply to trucks with a payload of 500kg or more, specialized vehicles with a payload of 750kg or more, and tractor-trailers.

What Are the HCMC Truck Restriction Hours?

Truck restrictions are divided into two main periods:

  • Morning Rush Hour: From 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • Evening Rush Hour: From 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Note: Restriction hours may vary depending on traffic conditions and will be announced on media outlets.

Why is it Important to Comply with HCMC Truck Restriction Hours?

Compliance with truck restriction hours is not only a driver’s responsibility to the community, contributing to reduced traffic congestion, but also helps avoid unnecessary trouble with law enforcement, ensuring safety for everyone.

A truck in Saigon during rush hour.A truck in Saigon during rush hour.

Circumventing Truck Restrictions: Should You Do It?

Many drivers, pressured by deadlines and tight delivery schedules, attempt to circumvent truck restriction hours. However, this poses significant safety risks and can lead to hefty fines.

Latest Fines for Violating HCMC Truck Restriction Hours

Violation Fine
Disobeying traffic signs and signals From 800,000 to 1,200,000 VND for individuals; from 1,600,000 to 2,400,000 VND for organizations operating cars and similar vehicles
From 2,000,000 to 3,000,000 VND for individuals; from 4,000,000 to 6,000,000 VND for organizations operating trucks, specialized vehicles, tractors, specialized motorcycles, and similar vehicles

A truck restriction sign in Vietnam.A truck restriction sign in Vietnam. Expert Advice: “Instead of finding ways to circumvent the restrictions, drivers should proactively plan their time and routes to avoid restricted hours. This ensures safety and smoother operations.” – Mr. Nguyen Van A, Traffic Expert at the Institute of Transport Research.

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