What Exactly Is OTTC Certification for Central Asia Vehicle Imports?

HUBEI, China — Following an in-depth on-site research trip to Central Asia in late August 2026, Hubei Runli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. has finally clarified exactly which OTTC certification documents are required for importing special-purpose vehicles into the region. Here is a summary for our partners and buyers.

What is OTTC? The OTTC — the Vehicle Type Approval Certificate — is the legal document proving that a vehicle complies with TR CU 018/2011, the Technical Regulation "On the Safety of Wheeled Vehicles." It focuses on verifying whether a vehicle's design, production and performance meet the applicable technical regulations, and it is a prerequisite for vehicle registration and licensing.

For modified vehicles and special-purpose equipment vehicles, the rule is clear: an exporter must first obtain a valid OTTC for the base chassis before applying for the modification certification of the complete vehicle.

For builders and buyers of special-purpose vehicles , clarifying OTTC requirements at the earliest stage helps prevent certification delays and keeps delivery schedules on track.

For further information on OTTC certification and special-purpose vehicle exports, please contact us Hubei Runli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd.