Transferring Car Ownership Across Provinces in Vietnam

Anh Tuan, a construction material business owner in Long Bien District, Hanoi, known as “Tuan the truck guy” for his impressive fleet of trucks, recently purchased a new Hyundai HD120S truck from a friend in Thai Binh province. The transaction went smoothly, but Tuan is now facing the challenge of understanding the process of transferring car ownership across provinces. Is it as complicated as rumored?

This article provides comprehensive information about the vehicle ownership transfer procedure across provinces in Vietnam, guiding you through each step with ease and confidence.

Transferring Car Ownership: A Simplified Guide

1. Prepare the necessary documents:

• Original Vehicle Registration Certificate.
• Photocopy of the seller’s and buyer’s Citizen Identity Card/Passport (certified).
• Vehicle Purchase Agreement (or legally equivalent document).
• Photocopy of the vehicle’s Civil Liability Insurance Certificate.

2. Submit documents and complete procedures at the police station:

• Step 1: Visit the Traffic Police Department (PC08) of the province or city where you want to register the ownership transfer.
• Step 2: Submit the required documents and complete the ownership transfer registration process.
• Step 3: Pay the ownership transfer fee.
• Step 4: Receive a receipt with the appointment date for collecting the new Vehicle Registration Certificate.

3. Receive the result:

Return to PC08 on the scheduled date to receive the updated Vehicle Registration Certificate.

New Hyundai HD120S Truck

Car Ownership Transfer Fee Table (Reference)

Note: This fee table is for reference only. Fees may vary depending on local regulations.