The A4 driving license is a type of permit that many people are interested in, especially those working in the agricultural transportation sector. So, can an A4 license be used to drive trucks under 1 ton? What is the eligible age to take the A4 license test? This article will answer these questions in detail.
Person operating a four-wheel tractor, which requires an A4 license
Image of a person driving a tractor
The A4 license permits driving 4-wheeled tractors used in agriculture.
What is an A4 Driving License? What Vehicles Can You Drive?
An A4 driving license is a permit issued by a competent authority, allowing the holder to operate 4-wheeled tractors with a designed payload of under 1 ton.
Note: The A4 license does not permit driving motorcycles. According to Clause 4, Article 59 of the 2008 Law on Road Traffic, the A4 license is only valid for operating small payload tractors, not including two or three-wheeled motorcycles. To drive motorcycles, you must obtain an A1, A2, or A3 license.
Requirements for Taking the A4 Driving License Test
To take the A4 driving license test, you need to meet the following conditions:
- Nationality: Be a Vietnamese citizen or a foreign citizen legally residing in Vietnam.
- Age: Be 18 years old or older as of the test date.
- Health: Meet the health requirements specified in Appendix 1 of Joint Circular No. 24/2015/TTLT-BYT-BGTVT, not suffering from eye or mental diseases, or lacking self-control of behavior, etc. You need to undergo a health check at a qualified medical facility.
- Education: No educational qualifications are required.
- Training: Participate in an A4 driving course at a licensed training facility, including 40 hours of theory and 40 hours of practical training.
Validity of the A4 License
The A4 driving license is valid for 10 years from the date of issue. Near the expiration date, you need to complete renewal procedures to continue using it.
Sample of the latest Vietnamese A4 driving license, made of PET material for durability and security
Sample of the latest A4 driving license
The A4 driving license is made of durable and sturdy PET material with high anti-counterfeiting capabilities.
Documents for A4 Driving License Test Application
The application hồ sơ for the A4 driving license test includes:
- Health certificate.
- Copy of personal identification document (ID card/Citizen ID card).
- 4 3×4 blue background photos.
- Copy of other driving licenses (if any).
- Application for training and testing.
Who Should Get an A4 Driving License?
The A4 driving license is suitable for:
- People who transport small payloads of agricultural and forestry products.
- Small business owners who transport small quantities of goods.
- People living in areas with narrow roads.
- People who need to use tractors in construction and light cargo transportation.
Conclusion
The A4 license allows driving trucks under 1 ton (4-wheeled tractors). To obtain this license, you must meet the requirements for age and health, participate in a training course, and pass the test. Hopefully, this article has fully answered your questions about the A4 driving license. If you need further advice, please contact a reputable driving training center.
