To make traveling around Vietnam more convenient, many expats have opted to exchange a foreign driving license. Compared to getting a brand new Vietnam driving license, this is a much more efficient approach, time-wise and effort-wise. But what do you have to do to exchange your international driving licence in Vietnam? Is it a complex procedure? What types of documents are required? All of these questions will be answered in the article below. Read on!
The Ministry of Transport has set forth regulations for Vietnamese citizens living abroad and foreigners residing in Vietnam who wish to operate a vehicle within Vietnam borders as follows:
In general, it is not difficult to have your driving license converted to the local equivalent. However, before you can get a Vietnam driving license, certain requirements must be satisfied: Here are the scenarios under which you can convert your driving license in Vietnam:
In addition, to apply for the driving license exchange, applicants must ensure that their foreign-issued driving licenses are fully intact with the correct identification details, are not damaged or torn, and are free of any erasures or alterations. The licenses must retain all the essential features required to complete to conversion process.
The fees concerning the foreign driving license exchange process include:
You can apply to have your driving license exchanged either in person or online. Before submitting the request, it is necessary to prepare the necessary documents including:
Keep in mind that if you are a Vietnamese citizen or if you hold a dual citizenship (one of which is a Vietnamese citizenship), it’s important obtain consular authentication for your non-Vietnamese driver’s license before proceeding to translate it into Vietnamese and notarized the translation.
Converting a foreign driving license into the Vietnamese equivalent is now an easy and expedited process with the following steps:
The entire process can take up to five working days from the date the application is received. It is advisable to allocate sufficient time beforehand for document preparation, translation, and the processing stage, especially if you need to ride around on your own.
To save time and reduce travel expenses, you can apply to have your foreign driving license exchanged in Vietnam entirely online by following these steps:
● Step 1: Navigate to the website of the Department for Roads of Vietnam for exchanging driving licenses.
Choose the option “Online registration for driving license exchange.”
Within the “Administrative procedures” section, opt for the “Public service for international driving license issuance (Level 4).”
Then, designate the Department for Roads of Vietnam as the “Processing agency” and proceed by clicking on the “Online registration” item.
● Step 2: Input the details of your driving license number and place of issuance, then click “Search” to verify its validity.
Proceed to fill in additional information, such as your passport number, date of issue, place of birth, phone number, and email.
Then, upload your portrait photo and signature to the online system.
● Step 3: Upload the following files: A photograph of both the front and back of your driving license, as well as a photograph of your passport’s information page.
After ensuring all the information provided is accurate, select the option “I certify that the declared information is correct” before clicking on “Continue.”
● Step 4: Register to have your converted driving license delivered Please provide all necessary recipient details, including identification number, address, and telephone number.
● Step 5: Complete payment as indicated on the screen
● Step 6: Once your application has been processed, the exchanged driving license will be sent to the address you have provided.
If you are not proficient in Vietnamese, consider seeking assistance from Vietnamese friends or professional agencies to complete the application. At Thao & Co., we offer more than just translation services for applications to exchange foreign driving licenses.
We also assist foreign clients with the registration process by helping to fill out handwritten or online forms in Vietnamese. This additional service is provided for a reasonable fee to ensure your maximum convenience.
When obtaining a Vietnam driving license, you are required to obtain notarized translation for your documents. If you are not well-versed in the language or uncertain about Vietnamese administrative procedure regulations, this part of the process could be both time-consuming and error-prone. Therefore, it is advisable to seek assistance from professional translation agencies to avoid complications.
Thao & Co. translation agency is proud to offer a notarized translation service specifically tailored for foreign driving license conversion applications. This service also encompasses the application of notary stamps. By choosing our services, you can enjoy the following advantages:
For detailed consultation on translation services for documents included in the exchanging of international driving licenses in Vietnam, please contact Thao & Co. via our hotline or fill out your information on the Get a Quote page. Our specialists will then get in touch with you to provide personalized assistance.
