Buying a motorbike in Vietnam as a foreigner

Which scooter to choose, new and used prices in 2026, document checks and registration rules for foreigners.

The full guide is available in Russian for now. The key points:

• Anyone can buy a used scooter, but registering it in your own name requires a temporary or permanent residence card with at least 6 months left. Tourists usually ride a bike still registered to the seller or a local.
• Used Honda Vision, Lead and Air Blade cost about 15–20M ₫ nationwide; the Nha Trang median is around 11.75M ₫ (October 2026, listing prices).
• Before paying, check the original registration card (cà vẹt), the seller's ID and that frame and engine numbers match. Never accept a power of attorney instead of a sales contract.
• Riding without a licence costs 2–4M ₫ (up to 125 cc), without a registration card 2–3M ₫ plus seizure, without compulsory insurance 200–300K ₫.