How long a truck badge is valid for is a question of concern for many truck owners. A truck badge is a mandatory document when participating in freight transport. Understanding the validity period of a badge will help you be proactive in reapplying, avoiding interruptions to your business operations.
Validity Period of Truck Badges According to the Latest Regulations
According to Decree 10/2020/ND-CP, amended and supplemented by Decree 47/2022/ND-CP, the validity period of reissued truck badges is as follows:
- Truck badge: Valid for 7 years or as proposed by the transport business (maximum 7 years) and not exceeding the vehicle’s lifespan. Businesses can propose a suitable period from 1 to 7 years.
- “FIXED ROUTE VEHICLE” badge:
- For vehicles mobilized to relieve passenger congestion during the Lunar New Year (Tet): No more than 30 days.
- For vehicles serving holidays, New Year’s Day, and the National High School Graduation Examination, university and college entrance examinations: No more than 10 days.
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Procedures for Reapplying for a Truck Badge
The process of reapplying for a truck badge is quite simple, including the following steps:
- Submit application: The transport business submits 01 set of application documents for a badge to the Department of Transport where the Business License was issued.
- Department of Transport processing: Within 02 working days, the Department of Transport will issue a badge if the application is valid. In case of rejection, the Department of Transport will respond in writing or through the online public service system, clearly stating the reasons.
- Condition check: The Department of Transport checks information on the Certificate of Technical Safety and Environmental Protection Inspection and checks the vehicle’s status on the national data system to ensure the vehicle meets the operating conditions.
- Badge issuance/Vehicle removal from the system: Depending on whether the vehicle is already in the system, the Department of Transport will issue a new badge or send information requesting removal of the vehicle from the system (if the vehicle is registered in another province/city) before issuing a new badge.
Documents for Reapplying for a Truck Badge
To reapply for a badge, you need to prepare a set of documents including:
- Application form for badge issuance according to the form specified in Appendix V of Decree 10/2020/ND-CP.
- Copy of the vehicle registration certificate or a copy of the receipt for the vehicle registration certificate from the registration authority.
- If the vehicle is not owned by the transport business, it is necessary to supplement a copy of one of the following documents: Vehicle rental agreement in writing with an organization or individual; Service contract between a member and a cooperative; Business cooperation contract.
Conclusion
Understanding the validity period of a truck badge and the reapplication process is very important. Prepare complete documents and follow the correct procedures to ensure continuous and efficient transportation operations. Contact Xe Tải Mỹ Đình immediately for detailed advice and support for quick truck badge reapplication procedures.
