Driving Without Car Registration in Vietnam: Fines and Penalties

Driving without necessary documents, including car registration, is a common traffic violation in Vietnam. What are the penalties for driving without car registration? This article provides detailed information about the fines and important notes to help you avoid penalties.

Current Fines for Driving Without Car Registration

According to Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, amended by Decree 123/2021/ND-CP, the fines for driving without car registration are as follows:

• For cars and trucks with a payload of under 3.5 tons: Fines range from 400,000 VND to 600,000 VND.
• For trucks with a payload of 3.5 tons or more, tractors, trailers, or semi-trailers: Fines range from 800,000 VND to 1,200,000 VND.

Fines for Driving Without Car Registration in Vietnam

Additional Penalties

In addition to fines, drivers may also face the following additional penalties:

• Temporary vehicle impoundment: In cases where further verification of the vehicle’s origin is required.
• Driver’s license suspension: From 1 to 3 months if a traffic accident occurs.

Important Notes

To avoid penalties, you should note the following:

• Always carry the original car registration document when driving.
• Keep your registration document safe and prevent loss or damage.
• Update the information on your car registration if there are any changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will I be fined for carrying a notarized photocopy of my car registration?

According to current regulations, only the original car registration is accepted. Therefore, you may be fined if you only carry a notarized photocopy.

2. What should I do if I forget to bring my car registration when encountering a traffic officer?

You can explain the reason and ask the authorities to verify the vehicle information. However, you may still be fined according to regulations.

3. What should I do if my car registration is lost?

You need to report the loss to the police and follow the procedures for re-issuing the car registration as regulated.

Other Questions You May Be Interested In

• Fines for forgetting to bring a driver’s license
• Regulations on driver’s license renewal

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