Vietnam Driving Age Requirements: What You Need to Know

Uncle Ba has been pondering getting his driver’s license ever since witnessing the standstill traffic on the Cau Giay – Xuan Thuy route. In his golden years, with his children busy, he longs for the independence a car would provide for errands and visiting family. So, what is the age requirement for a driver’s license in Vietnam? Let’s delve into the details with Xe Tai Ha Noi.

Driving Age in Vietnam: What Does the Law Say?

According to Circular No. 12/2020/TT-BGTVT, issued on March 30, 2020, by the Ministry of Transport, the age requirements for obtaining a driver’s license are as follows:

• Class B1, B2: 18 years old and above.
• Class C, D, E, F: 21 years old and above.

Therefore, Uncle Ba can rest assured and register for driving lessons and a Class B1 license test to fulfill his wish. Not just Uncle Ba, anyone who meets the age and health requirements has the right to learn to drive and confidently take the wheel.

To further illustrate the age requirements for obtaining a driver’s license, see the image below:

Frequently Asked Questions About Driving Age Requirements

1. I am 17 years old; can I register for driving lessons?

You need to be 18 years old to be eligible to register for driving lessons and take the driving test for a B1 or B2 license. For other vehicle classes, you must be 21 years old.

2. I am over 50 years old; is it too late to learn to drive?

Absolutely not! There is no maximum age limit for obtaining a driver’s license. As long as you are confident in your health and meet all the requirements, learning to drive in your fifties is perfectly normal.

3. I heard there is a maximum age limit for driving?

That’s correct. While there’s no age limit for obtaining a license, Circular No. 58/2020/TT-BYT stipulates that drivers aged 60 and above must have a health certificate from a district-level or higher hospital, confirming their fitness to operate motor vehicles.

The image below shows that seniors can confidently drive after meeting the health requirements:

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