When purchasing from backpackers, prices vary between $150 and $350 but should be checked out by a mechanic. Most bikes bought from backpackers have been circulating north to south and back in Vietnam for years and hover in the $200 to $250 range.
How much do scooters cost in Vietnam?
Very often rental places charge more than a standard price for something that is, to say the least, a little old. There are a few rules you should follow to make the process easier. It costs around 100,000 – 150,000 VND per day to rent a scooter ($4,50-$6 USD).
Can foreigners buy motorbike in Vietnam?
A foreigner can only legally buy a motorcycle in Vietnam if they hold a resident permit. A temporary one is good for up to three years and needs proof of address and full- time employment. A permanent card, on the other hand, requires you to show how you will earn a living while in the country.
Do you need a license to rent a scooter in Vietnam?
Electric Scooter
You’ll find motorbike rental stores that provide scooters with 50cc equivalent power, and you don’t need a license to ride them in Vietnam. You should check with your insurance about cover when driving even these bikes.
Do you need a license to ride a scooter in Vietnam?
DRIVE A 50CC MOTORBIKE / SCOOTER
Vietnam does not require you to hold a license to drive a 50cc motorbike (scooter). However, you should check if your home country does. Whilst you may be legal in Vietnam you may not be legal (policy wise) in your home country.
How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Vietnam?
Generally speaking, if you rent a motorbike the cost will be around $10 a day for a standard automatic or semi-automatic model. (But if you plan on renting a bigger, more powerful motorcycle, prices are significantly higher.) If you buy your motorbike, the cost will be around $200.
How do I register my bike in Vietnam?
Documents you’ll need:
- Passport*
- Temporary residence card*
- Work permit*
- Labour contract*
- Business registration certificate (BRC) of the company*
- Introduction letter from your company to the local authority.
- Invoice of the bike (invoice in your name)
Do you need a license to rent a motorbike in Vietnam?
Vietnamese driving licences are mandatory for riders of motorcycles with a capacity of over 50cc. You need an A1 license for under 175cc or A2 for over 175cc. It’s more to do with insurance policies when you ride in Vietnam.
How old do you have to be to ride a motorbike in Vietnam?
While one must be 18 to obtain a driver’s license in Vietnam, Article 60 of the Traffic Law stipulates that those 16-years-old and up can drive a motorbike under 50cc [without an official driver’s license]. This means at high schools, only tenth graders are not allowed to drive motorbikes.