A truck license plate is mandatory for vehicles engaged in commercial transportation. This article provides a detailed guide on truck license plate registration procedures, including requirements, hồ sơ (dossier), process, and important notes for 2023.
What is a Truck License Plate? Which Vehicles Need to Register?
A truck license plate is a mandatory legal certificate for commercial freight transportation by truck. It signifies the vehicle’s purpose and assists authorities in inspecting and monitoring transportation activities.
According to Decree 10/2020/ND-CP, the following types of trucks must display license plates:
- Trucks: “XE TẢI” (TRUCK) license plate
- Tractor Trucks: “XE ĐẦU KÉO” (TRACTOR TRUCK) license plate
- Container Trucks: “XE CONTAINER” (CONTAINER TRUCK) license plate
Requirements for Truck License Plate Registration
To be granted a license plate, businesses must meet the following conditions:
- Registered as a transportation business or cooperative.
- Possess a vehicle registration certificate or vehicle lease contract.
- Hold a business license for motor vehicle transportation.
- Install a GPS tracking device with integrated camera (if required).
Truck License Plate Registration Hồ sơ (Dossier)
The required hồ sơ (dossier) includes:
- Application form for a truck license plate, following the prescribed template.
- Copy of vehicle registration certificate or vehicle registration receipt.
- Copy of vehicle lease contract, service contract, or business cooperation contract (if the vehicle is not owned by the business).
Truck License Plate Registration Process
Step 1: Prepare the hồ sơ (dossier) according to the list above.
Step 2: Submit the hồ sơ (dossier) to the Department of Transport where the transportation business license was issued. Submission can be made directly or online via the National Public Service Portal.
Step 3: Hồ sơ (dossier) processing by the Department of Transport. The processing time is 2 working days from the date of receiving a complete and valid hồ sơ (dossier). Results will be returned directly or via the public service portal.
Regulations on Truck License Plates
- Validity: License plates are valid for 7 years or as requested by the business (not exceeding 7 years and not exceeding the vehicle’s lifespan).
- Placement: License plates must be at least 9 x 10cm in size and affixed to the inside right of the windshield.
- Revocation: License plates are revoked when businesses violate transportation regulations, exceed speed limits more than 5 times per 1000km within a month, or the vehicle does not operate on the registered route for 60 consecutive days.
Online Truck License Plate Registration Procedures
Businesses can register for license plates online via the National Public Service Portal:
- Create an account and log in.
- Select the truck license plate issuance procedure.
- Fill in the information and upload the hồ sơ (dossier) as required.
- Choose the result delivery method.
- Submit the hồ sơ (dossier) and save the receipt.
Conclusion
The truck license plate registration procedure is relatively straightforward if businesses prepare a complete hồ sơ (dossier) and comply with regulations. Online registration helps save time and costs. Contact your local Department of Transport for further assistance.
