February 27, 2025, marked a significant event at the Ministry of Public Security headquarters in Hanoi. The Ministry of Public Security officially took over the administration of driver’s license (DL) examinations and issuance from the Ministry of Transport (MOT).
A Crucial Transfer of Responsibilities
This event signifies a restructuring of the governmental system, aiming for greater efficiency and streamlining. Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyễn Ngọc Lâm and Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyễn Duy Lâm formally signed the transfer agreement, showcasing strong cooperation between the two ministries. The event garnered the attention of numerous leaders from the Traffic Police Department, the Ministry of Transport, and other invited guests.
Details of the Transfer of Duties
Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyễn Duy Lâm addressed the ceremony, emphasizing the transfer’s alignment with national policy, optimizing government operations. The handover was executed meticulously and comprehensively, ensuring the timely transfer of relevant documents and records to avoid disruptions in the DL examination and issuance process.
The Ministry of Transport pledged continued cooperation with the Ministry of Public Security post-transfer, ensuring consistency in training and examinations, thereby contributing to enhanced traffic safety.
New Procedures and Methods for Acceptance
The Traffic Police Department will assume responsibilities previously held by the Vietnam Road Administration and provincial transport departments. Basic driver’s license issuance and renewal procedures remain unchanged. The public can continue with their usual application processes.
The acceptance will be facilitated through both in-person visits to designated locations and online channels via the national public service portal. The Ministry of Public Security will actively leverage IT to digitize records, reduce paperwork, and improve convenience for citizens. New driver’s licenses will be integrated into digital applications, saving time for future renewals.
Optimizing Driver’s License Renewal
Integration of electronic health records via the national public service portal is also planned, streamlining the process for applicants. Driver’s licenses are expected to be issued within five working days.
Conclusion
This transfer marks a significant advancement in improving administrative procedures and enhancing public services. The Ministry of Public Security commits to fulfilling its new responsibilities efficiently and effectively, ensuring a streamlined and timely driver’s license application process for citizens.
