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Driving Rules & Facts
Drive on the Right — Vietnam uses right-hand traffic. Overtake on the left. On multi-lane roads, motorcycles must use the rightmost lane.
Zero BAC Tolerance — Absolute zero tolerance for ALL drivers since January 2020. Any detectable blood alcohol results in fines starting at ₫2 million (motorcycles) or ₫6 million (cars). Refusing a breath test carries the maximum penalty.
Mandatory Helmet Law — Helmets mandatory for all motorcycle riders and passengers aged 6+. Must meet TCVN 5756:2017 standard with chin strap fastened. Fine: ₫400,000–600,000 per person without helmet.
12-Point Demerit System — Effective January 1, 2025. Each licence has 12 points. Violations deduct 2–12 points. Reaching zero invalidates the licence. 12 consecutive violation-free months restore all points.
Compulsory Insurance — Third-party motor vehicle liability insurance mandatory for all vehicles. Coverage: ₫150M per occurrence (death/injury). Property: ₫50M (motorcycle) / ₫100M (car). Fine for non-compliance: ₫100,000–600,000.
Electronic Toll Collection — Fully electronic toll (ETC) mandatory on all expressways since August 2022. Vehicles must have an ePass or VETC tag. All accounts converted to 'traffic accounts' since October 2025.
How to Get Your Driving License in Vietnam
Everything you need to know about enrolling in a driving school and getting your B license in Vietnam.
Typical Cost
VND 6,000,000–VND 12,000,000
Total driving school cost including lessons and materials
Prices vary by school, location, and number of lessons needed.
Typical Lessons Needed
~20
45-minute lessons on average
Mandatory Theory Hours
12h
Required classroom or online theory instruction
Mandatory Practical Hours
20h
Required behind-the-wheel training with an instructor
License Requirements in Vietnam
Theory Test Languages
The Cục CSGT theory test is available in these languages:
Tips for Choosing a Driving School in Vietnam
- Compare prices from at least 3 schools before enrolling. The cheapest option is not always the best — check what is included in the package.
- Ask schools about their pass rates. A higher pass rate often indicates better instruction quality.
- If Vietnam's official language is not your first language, ask if the school offers instruction or materials in your language.
Source: Cục Cảnh sát giao thông - Bộ Công an · Last updated: 2026-03-15
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