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Demons08
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 Posted: Fri Jan 18, 2008 7:59 am Post subject: Motorbike Licence |
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Hi all
After almost a year relying on motorbike 'taxis' to get me to class on time, I've decided to take the plunge and buy a motorbike of my own - 2nd-hand.
I've heard on the ESL grapevine that if you ride a bike 50cc or under, there is no need to worry about a licence. Is this correct?
I am thinking about getting a SuperClub 50 - they seem to be very sturdy and reliable - according to the locals anyway.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
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ChuckECheese
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| Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 1:35 am Post subject: |
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White expats aren't allowed driving license in Vietnam. Also you cannot register your motorbike.
We drive motorbikes without license.  |
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mickeyrex
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| Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 3:33 am Post subject: |
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| 50cc = no license. Of course you do need a hardtop. |
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ChuckECheese
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| Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 3:36 am Post subject: |
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| Jerrymcb wrote: |
I have a motorbike and car license and my motor bike is registered in my name. I am a British citizen and all these credentials are easily attainable. I'm white also ( pink actually, I'm just back from Mui Ne )
Don't take the chance by driving illegally, it's a straightforward process to gain a license and the test centre at Ly Tu Truong ( first on right, off Pasteur ) is very helpful, the girls mostly speak English.
About 18 months ago we were allowed to register in our own names, many of the dealers are now aware of this.
I don't know the deal with the 50CC just ask at the centre.
All the info is there for you, just take a half hour out of your time and get the correct information, forget the grapevine for anything in Saigon, it's usually wrong. |
Congrats. Could you kindly explain the process? |
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Blade
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| Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 4:47 am Post subject: |
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[quote="ChuckECheese"]
| Jerrymcb wrote: |
I have a motorbike and car license and my motor bike is registered in my name.
Don't take the chance by driving illegally, it's a straightforward process to gain a license and the test centre at Ly Tu Truong ( first on right, off Pasteur ) is very helpful, the girls mostly speak English. |
I also believe that in VN, if you get into an accident, and you don't have a license you are automatically at fault, regardless of the circumstances.
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| About 18 months ago we were allowed to register in our own names, many of the dealers are now aware of this. |
I think some dealers are not making foreign buyers aware of this, so someone can get 500,000 Dong for registering the bike in a local's name.
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Congrats. Could you kindly explain the process? |
A British mate of mine actually took his current license from the UK, filled out some documents, and had it translated, and now has an official VN driving license. With a license, you can get health insurance, although when it comes to paying out on motorbike accidents, be careful to read the fine print. |
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ChuckECheese
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| Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 2:26 am Post subject: |
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| Jerrymcb wrote: |
ChuckECheese, I'll refer you to another forum:
http://www.saigonesl.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=681
Apologies to the moderators if this isn't acceptable. If it's not I'll cut and paste as I'm a slow typist.
The most important thing in any documentation is the Vietnam police report which is completed at 114 ( I'll check that ) Pasteur. You'll need your green book, which your landlord has stamped on every visa renewal, and your passport. Cost about 30000VND. It's mainly to verify your Vietnam address |
Thanks!
Vietnamese gov't love them RED stamps, don't they?  |
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