Do Vehicles Under 50cc Need a Driver's License?

Today, 50cc cars are a popular means of transport in Vietnam, used by many people. Including students who are equipped by their parents to serve their transportation needs during their studies.

However, many people still do not really understand the regulations on driver's licenses, documents, and age to use 50cc motorbikes. This article helps you answer the above information in a detailed and thorough way. Follow now.

What is a Vehicle Under 50cc?

A 50cc motorbike is a type of vehicle equipped with a cylinder capacity of about 50cc, light weight, and the most compact design today.

Currently on the market there are many 50cc vehicle models, which are divided into two main types:

• 50cc motorbike.
• 50cc scooter.

Therefore, depending on your needs, preferences, and body shape, you can choose the right car to ensure safety when participating in traffic.

Do I Need a Driver's License to Ride a Vehicle Under 50cc?

According to regulations, driving licenses are divided into 2 types. There are unlimited and limited driving licenses. Clause 2 - Article 59 of the 2008 Road Traffic Law stipulates that drivers of motorbikes with a capacity of 50cc or more need an unlimited driving license. Specifically:

• Class A1 driver's license: Issued to drivers of two-wheeled motorbikes with cylinder capacity from 2cc to under 50cc.
• Class A2 driver's license: Issued to drivers of 2-wheeled motorbikes with a cylinder capacity of 175cc or more and vehicles specified for driving class A1.
• Class A3 driver's license: Issued to drivers of 3-wheeled motorbikes, vehicles prescribed for class A1 driving licenses and similar vehicles.

Therefore, based on this regulatory framework, riding a vehicle under 50cc does not require a driver's license, but only needs to be 16 years old, have a vehicle registration certificate, a certificate of civil liability insurance of the vehicle owner and a citizen ID card.

Regulations for Using Vehicles Under 50cc

1. Regulations on driving motorbikes under 50cc

• Age allowed to drive a motorbike under 50cc

In Clause 1 – Article 60 of Road Traffic Law 2008 No. 23/2008/QH12 promulgated on November 13, 11, stipulates that only people who are 2008 years old or older are allowed to drive motorbikes with a cylinder capacity of less than 16cc, and only those who are 50 years old or older are allowed to drive motorbikes with a cylinder capacity of less than 18cc.

• Required documents when driving a motorbike under 50cc

Motorcycles under 50cc are classified as mopeds and are required to have insurance for the vehicle. If you do not have or do not bring a valid civil liability insurance certificate, you will be subject to an administrative fine of 80.000 - 120.000 VND (Regulated in Point (a) - Clause 2 - Article 21 Decree No. 46 / 2016 / ND-CP).

In addition to civil liability insurance, when driving a motorbike under 50cc, you need to bring the Vehicle Registration Certificate, Technical Safety and Environmental Protection Inspection Certificate and Citizen Identification Card.

• Other regulations:

• Vehicle drivers must be in good health.
• Wear a standard helmet to ensure safety.
• Only 1 person is allowed to carry (Except for children under 14 years old, people going to the emergency room or escorting people who have violated the law).

2. Penalties for driving a 50cc vehicle under age

When driving a 50cc vehicle under age, you will be subject to two levels of punishment for the vehicle driver and the vehicle owner on the registration certificate. Specifically:

Underage vehicle drivers must accept the penalties specified in Clause 1 and Clause 4 - Article 21, Decree 100/2019/ND-CP (Amended by Decree 123 / 2021 / ND-CP):

• A warning shall be given to people from 14 years old to under 16 years old for driving motorbikes, motorbikes (including electric motorbikes) and vehicles similar to motorbikes or driving cars, tractors and other vehicles. similar to a car.
• Fine from 400.000 - 600.000 VND for people from 16 years old to under 18 years old driving a motorbike with a cylinder capacity of 50cc or more.

Vehicle owners must accept the penalty specified in Point (d) – Clause 5 – Article 30, Decree 100 / 2019 / ND-CP:

• Vehicle owners who are individuals will be fined from 800.000 - 2.000.000 VND.
• Vehicle owners who are organizations will be fined from 1.600.000 - 4.000.000 VND.

Although vehicles under 50cc do not require a driver's license, to ensure safety and avoid fines, Vehicle drivers should carry all types of documents, ensuring legal regulations. At the same time Parents should be careful not to let their children under 16 years old use 50cc motorbikes, can be dangerous for yourself and surrounding traffic participants.

Hopefully with the information provided by HCM Driving Training & Testing School, you will have more useful knowledge in the process of driving and using a motorbike. Need information about learning and taking the driving license test for cheap, reputable motorbikes and cars in HCM, contact the Center's hotline for timely support.