Lost Your Driver’s License? Here’s How to Get a Replacement in Vietnam

Losing your driver’s license can be a major inconvenience. Don’t panic! XE TẢI HÀ NỘI provides a comprehensive guide on how to replace a lost driver’s license in Vietnam quickly and efficiently.

I. Replacing a Lost Driver’s License: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Required Documents

To apply for a replacement driver’s license, you’ll need to gather the following documents:

• Application for a replacement driver’s license: (Use the official form, available for download from the Vietnam Directorate for Roads website or at the issuing office).
• National ID card or Citizen ID card: (Photocopy certified within the last 6 months).
• Medical certificate: Issued by a qualified medical facility (valid for no more than 6 months).
• Two 3×4 cm passport photos: (Dark blue background, clear facial features, no tinted glasses).

Note: If your license was stolen, you must also provide a Police Report from the local authorities where the theft occurred.

2. Application Process

Once you have all the necessary documents, submit them to the Driver’s License Testing Center or the Department of Driving Test Management and Driver’s License Issuance under the Department of Transportation in your province or city of permanent or temporary residence.

The process involves 3 simple steps:

• Step 1: Submit your application: Submit all required documents to the application receiving department.
• Step 2: Fingerprint collection: Provide your fingerprints (if not already on file).
• Step 3: Receive your new license: After 5-7 business days, return to collect your new driver’s license.

Note: Processing times may vary.

Applicant providing fingerprints for driver's license replacement

II. Frequently Asked Questions

1. I lost my license in Hanoi but my permanent residence is in another province. Can I apply for a replacement in Hanoi?

Yes, you can apply for a replacement license in Hanoi. However, you must include a temporary residence certificate for Hanoi in your application.

2. What is the fee for replacing a lost driver’s license?

The current fee for a replacement driver’s license is 135,000 VND.

3. Can I authorize someone else to apply for a replacement driver’s license on my behalf?

Yes, you can authorize someone else to apply for your replacement. They will need their original ID and a legally valid Power of Attorney.

III. Advice from XE TẢI HÀ NỘI

Losing your driver’s license is frustrating, but it can be an opportunity to obtain a new license with a longer validity period. We recommend making photocopies and digital backups of all important documents, including your driver’s license, to prevent future issues.

For further questions about replacing a lost driver’s license, contact XE TẢI HÀ NỘI for detailed guidance and support!

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