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Renting a motorbike brings a sense of absolute freedom for you to pull over in every corner of the island, but be careful, the roads from North to South are much longer and more exhausting than you think. You should only nod your head to receive the car when you have a valid driver's license in Vietnam, are familiar with unfamiliar roads and carefully examine the condition of the car, helmet as well as the terms of the contract.
How to prepare?
If you are a foreigner who plans to use an International Driver's Permit (IDP) to rent a car, check carefully whether it complies with the 1968 Vienna Convention, and it is mandatory to clip it with a valid national license in the correct class of vehicle. At the moment of receiving the car, take out your phone to take a picture of the entire situation outside, squeeze the brakes, turn on the lights, lightly kick the tires to check the tension, and always remember to wear a helmet when rolling. Once you have determined to taste a little drunken yeast of alcohol, absolutely hand over the car keys.
Situations to keep in mind
Please don't naively believe that all papers with the word 'international' printed are automatically approved by Vietnamese law. Also, don't be in a hurry to imagine that just renting a car means that you suddenly have enough "process" to handle steep or unfamiliar roads. If turning the accelerator of a motorbike is not your forte, a taxi or contract car will be a lifesaver to bring more relaxation and peace of mind to your vacation.
Before you go
- Review the type of IDP and national driver's license against the current regulations of Vietnam.
- The driver's license must be in the correct class of motorcycle and certainly not expired.
- Wear a decent helmet, test the brakes/lights and take proof of the vehicle's condition before receiving the handover.
- Repeat the mantra: Don't drive after drinking.