Convert Foreign Driver License to Vietnamese: Full Guide 2025

Introduction

If you’re living, working, or staying long-term in Vietnam and hold a valid foreign national driver license, you may be eligible to convert it into a Vietnamese driver license — without having to take any written or practical driving tests.

This 2025 guide explains who qualifies, what documents are required, and how to complete the license conversion process properly and legally.

✅ No driving test required if you submit a valid national license with supporting documents.

1. Who Is Eligible to Convert a Foreign Driver License?

🔹 For Foreign Nationals:

• Must hold a valid national driver license (plastic card issued by government authority)

• Must have a passport and a residence card or long-term visa for Vietnam

🔹 For Vietnamese Citizens Returning from Overseas:

• Must hold a valid foreign driver license

• Must prove legal residence in the issuing country at the time of issuance (visa, entry stamps, study/work permits, residence cards)

⚠️ Note: An International Driving Permit (IDP) cannot be used for license conversion. The original license is required.

2. Required Documents for License Conversion

📌 Some countries or provinces may require document legalization — we’ll assist with this if needed.

3. Step-by-Step Conversion Process

🔸 Step 1: Free Document Evaluation

Send clear photos of your license, passport, and visa/residence card to Zalo: +84 944 526 862
We’ll review and advise you free of charge

🔸 Step 2: Translation & Certification

Your license is translated into Vietnamese
We’ll handle notarization or official certification

🔸 Step 3: Legalization (if applicable)

Depending on your country and local rules, we’ll assist with document authentication via consulate or Vietnam’s Department of External Relations

🔸 Step 4: Submit Application

You will appear in person to:

• Sign the form

• Take a digital photo

• Submit the complete set of documents at the appropriate office

🔸 Step 5: Receive Your Vietnamese License

📆 Processing time: 7–10 working days
📦 Option: Pickup in person or have it delivered to your address

4. License Validity After Conversion

• Foreigners: Validity depends on the expiration date of your visa or residence card

• Vietnamese Citizens: Validity may extend up to 10 years if converted to B2 category

B2 license allows both automatic and manual vehicles, including for business or private use.

5. Important Notes to Keep in Mind

• Only original national licenses are accepted — not IDP alone

• Your license must be unexpired, clear, and untampered

• Paperwork or requirements may vary slightly across provinces

• We recommend confirming current requirements before starting — we can help

6. Contact Us for Full-Service Support

We provide professional assistance throughout the entire license conversion process:

✅ Our Services Include:

• Free eligibility review

• Certified translation & notarization

• Legalization assistance (if required)

• Document submission

• Appointment support

• Result delivery

📞 Hotline / Zalo: +84 944 526 862
📍 Office: No. 4 Quang Trung, Nguyen Trai, Ha Dong, Hanoi
📧 Email: contact@doibanglaixe.com.vn

🌐 Serving clients from the U.S., Europe, Australia, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, and more.

Convert Your Foreign Driver License — The Smart, Legal Way

Avoid confusion and paperwork delays — let us guide you from start to finish.
✅ Fast. Legal. Hassle-Free.

➡️ Start your conversion today — message us on Zalo for a free consultation.