In Vietnam, passenger cars are subject to several types of taxes, including:
Import Tax (Thuế nhập khẩu) – Applied to imported vehicles based on their country of origin and type.
Excise Tax (Thuế tiêu thụ đặc biệt) – A tax on luxury goods, which includes passenger cars.
Value Added Tax (VAT - Thuế giá trị gia tăng) – Typically 10%, applied to the car's total price after other taxes.
Registration Tax (Thuế trước bạ) – A one-time tax paid when registering the car, calculated as a percentage of the car’s value.
These taxes significantly impact the final cost of owning and maintaining a car in Vietnam
In Vietnam, owning a car typically involves several types of fees and expenses, including:
Registration Fee (Lệ phí trước bạ) – A one-time fee when you first register the car, usually a percentage of the car’s value.
License Plate Fee (Phí cấp biển số) – A fee for the issuance of the car's license plate.
Road Maintenance Fee (Phí bảo trì đường bộ) – Paid annually to support road infrastructure.
Compulsory Insurance (Bảo hiểm bắt buộc) – Mandatory insurance covering third-party liability.
Optional Insurance (Bảo hiểm tự nguyện) – Additional coverage, like collision insurance or theft protection.
Periodic Inspection Fee (Phí đăng kiểm định kỳ) – For periodic inspection of the vehicle's condition.
Fuel Costs (Chi phí nhiên liệu) – Regular fuel expenses, varying with the car's fuel efficiency.
Parking Fees (Phí đỗ xe) – For parking spaces, especially in urban areas.
Toll Fees (Phí cầu đường) – Charged for using certain toll roads or bridges.
Maintenance and Repairs (Chi phí bảo dưỡng và sửa chữa) – Regular servicing and any unexpected repairs.
Each of these fees can vary by location and vehicle type.
In Vietnam, each liter of gasoline is subject to multiple taxes, including:
Environmental Protection Tax (Thuế bảo vệ môi trường) – A fixed amount per liter.
Excise Tax (Thuế tiêu thụ đặc biệt) – Applied to certain goods, including gasoline.
Value Added Tax (VAT - Thuế giá trị gia tăng) – Typically 10%, calculated on the total amount after other taxes.
Import Tax (Thuế nhập khẩu) – Only applied if the gasoline is imported, impacting the final price per liter.
These taxes collectively contribute a significant portion to the final price of gasoline at the pump.