What is A1 driver's license?

What does A1 license allow you to drive?

According to Article 59 of the 2008 Road Traffic Law, the A1 license is issued for individuals to drive two-wheeled motorcycles with engine displacement from 50 cm3 to less than 175 cm3. And according to Article 60 of the Road Traffic Law, it regulates the age and health of drivers. Specifically, individuals who are 16 years old or older are allowed to drive motorcycles with engine displacement under 50 cm3. These types of motorcycles are designed with a maximum speed of not more than 50 km/h. Individuals who are 18 years old or older are allowed to drive two-wheeled motorcycles, three-wheeled motorcycles with engine displacement from 50 cm3 and above, and similar structured vehicles; trucks, tractors with a load capacity under 3,500 kg; cars carrying up to 9 passengers..."

Therefore, the A1 license applies to individuals who are 18 years old or older and can drive vehicles with engine displacement from 50 cm3 to less than 175 cm3. Based on these conditions, we can list some examples of vehicles that require an A1 license such as Honda Vision 110, Honda Air Blade, Honda Lead, Yamaha Janus, Yamaha Grande, Liberty Piaggio...

Do electric scooters require an A1 license?

According to point d, clause 1 of Article 3 of Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, it states: "Electric scooters are motorized vehicles driven by electric motors with a maximum power not exceeding 4 kW, and designed with a maximum design speed not exceeding 50 km/h." Therefore, electric scooters designed to run at a maximum speed of not more than 50 km/h do not require an A1 license. However, for electric scooters with a maximum power exceeding 4 kW and can reach a maximum speed of over 50 km/h, such as VinFast Theon, VinFast Vento... an A1 license is required.

How much is the fine for driving without an A1 license?

The A1 license is one of the mandatory documents to carry when participating in traffic. Therefore, if you don't have an A1 license while driving, you will be fined according to current regulations. According to clause 5 and clause 6 of Article 21 of Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, it states: A fine ranging from 800,000 to 1,200,000 VND will be imposed on drivers of motorcycles with engine displacement under 175 cm3 and similar types of motorcycles if they do not have a driver's license or use a driver's license not issued by a competent authority, or if their driver's license is revoked.

Based on the general regulations of current laws, you will need to obtain an A1 license when driving vehicles with engine displacement from 50 cm3 to 175 cm3, or electric scooters with a power exceeding 4 kW to avoid penalties.

Procedures for obtaining an A1 license.

Documentation for obtaining an A1 license.

You can go to Driver's License Centers or authorized testing centers to purchase the application form and register for the test. The required documents include:

• 04 passport-sized photos (3x4) with a blue background.
• 01 photocopy of ID card/ID card (no need for notarization).
• 01 application form for the A1 license test.
• 01 health examination certificate as required.

Costs for obtaining an A1 license.

• Tuition fee: Around 100,000 to 160,000 VND.
• Test fee: Around 295,000 to 450,000 VND.
• License issuance fee: Around 135,000 VND.

The total cost for a course and obtaining an A1 license will range from 550,000 to 750,000 VND. These fees may vary depending on the testing center, but the difference is not significant overall.