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Driver Health Check-up at HIU Hospital

Bệnh viện HIU· May 25, 2026· 3 min read
Driver Health Check-up at HIU Hospital

1. What does a driver health check-up include?

According to Circular 24/2015/TT-BYT, the driver health check-up service at HIU Hospital is designed with a complete set of examination items, meeting the requirements of the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Transport. The examination includes:

Clinical examination:

  • Psychiatric examination: Assessment of cognitive ability, behavior, and mental stability.

  • General internal medicine examination: Checking the cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and endocrine systems.

  • Surgical examination: Assessment of the musculoskeletal system, joints, bones, and muscles.

  • Ear-Nose-Throat examination: Checking hearing and the upper respiratory tract.

  • Eye examination: Vision testing and color blindness testing.

Paraclinical tests - Substance testing:

  • Amphetamine / Urine

  • Marijuana / Urine

  • Morphine / Urine

  • Codeine / Urine

  • Heroin / Urine

After the examination, the doctor will base the conclusion about health status on the results:

  • Fit to drive.

  • Not yet fit to drive.

  • Requires re-examination (with the re-examination appointment time clearly noted, if applicable).

Once all health criteria are met, the examinee will be issued a Driver Health Certificate according to the standard form issued by the Ministry of Transport.

2. General information about the Driver Health Check-up service

The driver health check-up is not only for first-time license applicants but also applies to many other cases, specifically:

  • People preparing to register for training and take the driving license test for categories such as A, A1, B, B1, C, C1.

  • People who need to reissue or renew their driving license due to loss, expiration, or a change in personal information (ID card/citizen ID, address, name, etc.).

  • Certain groups of professional drivers, such as truck and bus drivers, who need periodic health check-ups under industry-specific regulations.

For periodic check-ups specifically, the validity period may vary depending on age and the nature of the job.

When visiting HIU Hospital, customers will be examined by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, ensuring a comprehensive health assessment in full compliance with current regulations.

  • Reasonable cost - starting from just 500,000 VND.

  • The entire examination process is completed within 1–2 hours.

3. Notes when undergoing a driver health check-up

To ensure the examination process is not interrupted, customers are kindly requested to prepare fully and note the following:

Documents to bring:

  • A copy of your ID card, citizen ID card, or passport for identity verification.

  • 02 photos, size 4x6 (white background, standard size, taken within the last 6 months).

  • Old driving license (if being examined for renewal or replacement of the license).

  • Do not consume alcohol, beer, tobacco, or stimulants for at least 12–24 hours before the examination to ensure accurate test results.

Ensuring good health before driving is not only a mandatory legal requirement but also reflects a sense of responsibility toward oneself and the community. With a clear examination process that meets medical standards and an experienced medical team, HIU Hospital is a trusted destination for customers to complete the procedure quickly.