Obtaining a Vietnamese passport offers numerous benefits for overseas Vietnamese, including visa-free entry to Vietnam and the ability to reconnect with their roots. Let us help you navigate the procedures smoothly and efficiently!
What is a Vietnamese passport?
According to Clause 3, Article 3 of the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese citizens 2019, a passport is a document owned by the State of Vietnam. Passports are issued by competent authorities of Vietnam to Vietnamese citizens for the purpose of exiting the country, entering the country, and proving their nationality and identity.
According to Article 6 of the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese citizens 2019 and Clause 2, Article 2 of Circular 73/2021/TT-BCA, there are currently three types of passports recognized as exit and entry documents, including:
- Diplomatic assport: brown-red cover;
- Official passport: dark green cover;
- Ordinary passport: blue-purple cover.
In addition, exit and entry permit, and other documents as stipulated in International treaties to which the Socialist Republic of Vietnam is a member can also be used as exit and entry documents besides these types of passports.
Benefits of Overseas Vietnamese holding a Vietnamese passport
Holding a Vietnamese passport offers several benefits for overseas Vietnamese, including:
- Unlimited stay: No restrictions on the duration of stay in Vietnam.
- Quick entry: Fast entry into Vietnam without needing a visa.
- Driving license: Ability to take the driving test in Vietnam just like Vietnamese citizens.
- ASEAN travel: No visa required for travel between ASEAN countries such as Singapore and Laos.
- Permanent residency: Easier to register for permanent residency or dual citizenship in Vietnam.
- Legal support: Simplified access to assistance from Vietnamese representative offices abroad in legal emergencies or issues related to their citizenship rights.
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Common issues when applying for a Vietnamese passport online
- Application rejection: Applications are often rejected due to incomplete or inaccurate information, and images that do not meet the specified format or size requirements.
- Complexity and time consumption: Accurately completing all required information, ensuring images meet requirements, meeting passport eligibility criteria, and ensuring personal information matches the national database can be complex and time-consuming, potentially leading to frustration and unsuccessful applications.
- Long waiting times: Delays in processing applications or a complete lack of response from authorities regarding the application status are common issues. This can result in applicants not receiving timely notifications or updates on their applications.
Passport services for Overseas Vietnamese at Toplaw
Toplaw offers the following passport services for overseas Vietnamese:
- First-time passport application services for Overseas Vietnamese.
- Renewal services for expired Vietnamese passports.
- Replacement services for lost or damaged Vietnamese passports.
Vietnamese passport process for Overseas Vietnamese at Toplaw
Step 1: Clients contact us via email at toplawvietnam@gmail.com or via hotline/Zalo/Whatsapp (+84) 932 577 697 for our specialist to provide guidance on application preparation.
Step 2: Clients send the complete Vietnamese passport application for Overseas Vietnamese to us via our contact channels or directly to our office (if necessary). After receiving the complete application, we will submit the application online or directly at the Immigration Department or the Immigration Office of the provincial or municipal police. Clients will need to pay 100% of the service fee for passport processing. If the client does not meet the eligibility criteria or the documents are incomplete, we will refund 100% of the service fee (excluding fees for background checks managed by the Ministry of Public Security).
Step 3: We will return the Vietnamese passport within 7-10 working days or handle it urgently as requested by the client, after receiving the results from the Immigration Department or the Immigration Office of the provincial or municipal police and checking that the information is complete and accurate. Clients can receive the Vietnamese passport through direct delivery or express delivery. We will issue invoices and documents in accordance with legal regulations when clients have a need.
Why you should choose Toplaw’s Vietnamese passport service?
A Vietnamese passport not only provides residency rights for Overseas Vietnamese but also opens up many opportunities for exchange, work, and investment in Vietnam. To ensure rights and avoid unnecessary legal troubles, seeking advice from legal experts is essential.
- We have a team of experienced lawyers and legal specialists in the field of immigration.
- We are committed to processing applications quickly, monitoring, and closely reporting the progress of application review.
- We provide comprehensive advice on related issues before, during, and after making a Vietnamese passport.
- We ensure transparency in quotations and contract terms.
