BYD · 🇻🇳 Vietnam

BYD Seagull (Atto 1) in Vietnam — Local Name, Rules & Costs

In Vietnam, the BYD Seagull (海鸥, Hǎi'ōu) is sold as the Atto 1.

What it is called in Vietnam

Market Badge Notes
China (domestic) BYD Seagull (海鸥 · Hǎi'ōu) Domestic name
🇻🇳 Vietnam Atto 1 Market export name

🇻🇳 Vietnam import rules at a glance

Customs duty
32%
VAT
10%
Age limit
≤ 5 years
Emission standard
Verify
Drive side
LHD

Vietnam tightly controls used-vehicle imports; documentation such as ownership history, warranty and pre-shipment inspection matters as much as the tariff rate.

  • RHD banned
  • Needs 2yr/50k km warranty
  • Original owner ≥6mo / ≥10k km

How to import this car into Vietnam

  1. Verify the vehicle is no more than 5 years old at customs clearance.
  2. Budget 32% customs duty plus 10% VAT on top of the vehicle price.
  3. No drive-side conversion needed: Vietnam is a left-hand-drive market, same as China.

Frequently asked questions

What is the BYD Seagull called in Vietnam?

In Vietnam, the BYD Seagull (海鸥, Hǎi'ōu) is sold as the Atto 1.

How much tax do I pay importing a Atto 1 into Vietnam?

Importing a used Atto 1 into Vietnam means a 32% customs duty and 10% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.

Can I import a used Atto 1 into Vietnam?

Yes, used imports are possible: imported vehicles must be no more than 5 years old. Vietnam is a left-hand-drive market, so vehicles must be left-hand drive.

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FOB pricing, Vietnam market rules and landed-cost estimates for the Atto 1 — via AutoGlobal.

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