From March 1, vehicle inspection centers will issue electronic technical safety and environmental protection certificates. This change allows vehicle owners to look up inspection information online, ending the sole reliance on paper documents.
This online lookup service currently applies only to vehicles that have been issued an electronic inspection certificate. Vehicles still using a paper inspection certificate will not be able to access information online; the system will return a message stating, "No vehicle inspection certificate information available."
To check a vehicle's inspection status, owners should visit the Vietnam Register website at gcndangkiem.vr.org.vn. The system requires users to input basic vehicle details: the license plate along with its color code (T for a white background, X for a blue background, V for a yellow background), the last 6 digits of the chassis number, and the corresponding vehicle type. After entering this information, users must click the "tick" box to confirm they are a human user, not an automated program, and follow any additional instructions. Finally, click the "Lookup" button.
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Interface for looking up electronic inspection certificate information on the website. Screenshot |
Interface for looking up electronic inspection certificate information on the website. Screenshot
Once the process is complete, the inspection certificate results will be displayed on the screen. This includes technical data such as emission levels (level 3, level 4, etc.), the certificate's validity period, and other vehicle-related parameters. A QR code is also provided, enabling quick verification when needed by scanning it with a smartphone camera. This feature enhances convenience for both authorities and vehicle owners during use.
For those who still require a physical document, vehicle owners can request the inspection center to print a certificate from the system and apply an official stamp. The shift to an electronic format is expected to simplify administrative procedures, reduce the risk of lost documents, lower costs, and increase transparency in vehicle inspection management.
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A vehicle undergoing inspection at a center in TP HCM. Photo: Ho Tan |
A vehicle undergoing inspection at a center in TP HCM. Photo: Ho Tan
In parallel with this digital transformation, management agencies are proposing a roadmap to change inspection management. According to the draft currently under review, from early 2027, automobiles may no longer be required to display inspection stickers on their windshields. Vehicle monitoring would then transition to utilizing electronic data, integrating camera systems and technology platforms for oversight.
This strategic direction aims to reduce costs, minimize issues with damaged or counterfeit stickers, and enhance inspection efficiency. Authorities would be able to directly access vehicle information from the digital system.
Ho Tan
