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🤗 PLANNING TO MOVE, WORK, OR INVEST IN VIETNAM? GREAT NEWS: VIETNAM OFFICIALLY ACCEPTS APOSTILLE STAMPS FROM 125 COUNTRI...
22/09/2026

🤗 PLANNING TO MOVE, WORK, OR INVEST IN VIETNAM? GREAT NEWS: VIETNAM OFFICIALLY ACCEPTS APOSTILLE STAMPS FROM 125 COUNTRIES STARTING SEPTEMBER 11, 2026! 🤗
👉 Under Decree 293/2026/ND-CP, Vietnam officially implements the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention starting September 11, 2026.
What does this mean for you?
If you need your home-country paperwork (such as university degrees, police background checks, marriage certificates, or company documents) for a Vietnam Work Permit, Residency Card, business setup, or marriage, you no longer need the slow and costly traditional consular legalization process at the Vietnamese Embassy in your home country! A single Apostille stamp from your competent home authority is now valid for direct use in Vietnam.
🤔 As of September 11, 2026, out of 130 member states, 125 countries have direct Apostille relations with Vietnam. Check below to see if your home country is on the list:
🌐 125 COUNTRIES WHOSE APOSTILLE STAMPS ARE ACCEPTED IN VIETNAM
▶️ Europe: United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, Poland, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Turkey…
▶️ The Americas: United States, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela…
▶️ Asia & Pacific: Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Philippines, India, Indonesia, Brunei, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Hong Kong & Macao SARs (China)…
▶️ Africa & the Middle East: South Africa, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Israel…
⚠️ 4 CRITICAL EXCEPTIONS & RULES YOU MUST KNOW
Before flying to Vietnam or submitting your files, make sure to check these special rules to avoid having your application rejected:
‼️ 3 Objecting Countries (Apostilles NOT accepted): Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic have formally objected to Vietnam’s accession. If your documents are issued in these 3 countries, you must still use the traditional Consular Legalization process through the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate.
‼️ Kingdom of Thailand: Although Thailand has joined the Convention, the agreement with Vietnam only takes effect starting February 28, 2027. Traditional consular legalization is still required until that date.
‼️ Scope of Documents: Apostille stamps only apply to public documents (such as police clearances, birth/marriage certificates, diplomas, transcripts, or notarized true copies). Please note: An Apostille verifies the authenticity of the signature, seal, and official title of the person who issued it, not the actual content of the paper.
💼 NEED HELP WITH YOUR VIETNAMESE PAPERWORK? CONTACT FAST AS FLASH!
Bringing paperwork into Vietnam can be tricky. Choosing the wrong authentication route can lead to unexpected delays in getting your Work Permit, Temporary Residence Card (TRC), or business license.
👉 Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam is here to make your transition to Vietnam easy and stress-free:
✅ Free Document Review: We check whether your foreign papers need an Apostille or standard consular legalization.
✅ Fast & Accurate: Full support with certified Vietnamese translations, notarization, and local compliance.
✅ Complete Service: We handle submissions with local Vietnamese authorities and deliver finalized documents straight to your address.
📩 Send a direct message to our Fanpage or call our Hotline today for personalized expat support!
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🔥 VIETNAM ACCEPTS APOSTILLE STAMPS FROM SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 – CRUCIAL TIPS FOR YOUR WORK PERMIT PAPERS! 📌🤩 Great news for...
19/09/2026

🔥 VIETNAM ACCEPTS APOSTILLE STAMPS FROM SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 – CRUCIAL TIPS FOR YOUR WORK PERMIT PAPERS! 📌
🤩 Great news for foreign professionals moving to or working in Vietnam! Starting September 11, 2026, a major legal milestone takes effect: Vietnam officially recognizes the Hague Apostille Convention (under Decree 293/2026/ND-CP).
👍 What does this mean for you?
If your official documents (university degrees, criminal record checks, letters of work experience, etc.) come from over 125 member countries (such as the US, UK, Australia, Japan, South Korea, France, and more), you only need an Apostille stamp issued in your home country. You no longer have to go through the lengthy and complicated consular legalization process at the Vietnamese Embassy!
🎉 This can cut your paperwork processing time by up to 50%! However, what should you keep in mind before applying for your Vietnam Work Permit?
1️⃣ Can documents with an Apostille from ANY Hague Convention country be used in Vietnam?
▶️ Not always. Currently, only 125 out of 129 member countries/territories are accepted in Vietnam.
Apostille stamps from Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Greenland are not accepted in Vietnam under this convention. If your documents are from these countries, you must still follow the traditional Consular Legalization route.
Documents from Thailand will only be accepted under the Apostille route starting after February 28, 2027.
2️⃣ If your document already has an Apostille AND was translated into Vietnamese abroad, can you submit it right away?
▶️ No, you cannot. Even if your document has an Apostille stamp, any paperwork not originally in 100% Vietnamese must still be translated into Vietnamese and notarized directly in Vietnam.
▶️ Why? Notaries in other countries are not regulated under Vietnamese law and cannot take legal responsibility in Vietnam for the accuracy of the translation. Because of this, Vietnamese labor authorities will reject any Vietnamese translation notarized overseas.
💡 Tip: Don't waste your money getting translations done in your home country!
📋 STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR YOUR WORK PERMIT APPLICATION (From Sept 11, 2026)
To avoid unnecessary costs and delays, identify which group you belong to:
📌 Group 1: You are from an accepted Apostille country (USA, UK, Australia, Japan, South Korea, etc.)
▶️ Step 1: Get an Apostille stamp placed directly on your original documents by the competent authority in your home country. (No trip to the Vietnamese Embassy needed!)
▶️ Step 2: Bring those Apostille-certified documents to Vietnam, then have them translated into Vietnamese and certified at a local District Justice Office or a licensed Notary Office in Vietnam.
📌 Group 2: You are from a non-Apostille country or an excluded country (Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, or countries not part of the convention)
You still need to follow the traditional 3-step process:
Certify documents locally in your home country ➡️ Legalize them at the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate abroad ➡️ Bring them to Vietnam for local translation & notarization.
👉 Are you or your company currently preparing documents for a Vietnam Work Permit during this transition period?
💬 Drop a comment or message Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam directly we are here to help you verify your country’s status and prepare your paperwork correctly from day one!
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😖 HAVING A BABY IN VIETNAM: DON'T LET PAPERWORK LEAD TO VISA FINES! YOUR 30-DAY LEGAL CHECKLIST 👌😢 Welcoming a newborn i...
18/09/2026

😖 HAVING A BABY IN VIETNAM: DON'T LET PAPERWORK LEAD TO VISA FINES! YOUR 30-DAY LEGAL CHECKLIST 👌
😢 Welcoming a newborn into the world in Vietnam is a moment of pure joy, but it can quickly feel overwhelming for expat and multicultural families. In the whirlwind of caring for a newborn and navigating local rules, many parents run into unexpected headaches: applications rejected over a single misplaced letter or space, or newborns unknowingly falling into "illegal overstay" status simply because they do not have a visa yet.
👉 To avoid costly fines and make sure your baby’s legal status is protected from day one, save this practical 30-day timeline:
⏱️ PHASE 1: DAYS 1 – 3 (AT THE HOSPITAL)
▶️ Review your baby’s Hospital Birth Certificate before discharge.
💡 Pro Tip: Double-check every single character on the original document:
Exact spelling and order of names (First – Middle – Last) for both your baby and yourself.
Both parents' passport numbers and nationalities (these must match your current valid passports 100%).
⏱️ PHASE 2: DAYS 4 – 10 (LOCAL VIETNAMESE AUTHORITIES)
▶️ Register your baby’s birth at the District People’s Committee (UBND Quận/Huyện) where you reside (in accordance with Vietnamese civil registration laws for foreign nationals).
🌟 Documents to prepare:
✔️ Original Hospital Birth Certificate.
✔️ Passports and valid Visas / Temporary Residence Cards (TRC) of both parents.
✔️ Marriage Certificate (must be consular legalized and translated into Vietnamese with notarization).
✔️ Nationality Agreement Letter confirming your baby's chosen citizenship (if parents hold different nationalities).
▶️ The Outcome: An official Vietnamese Birth Certificate. As soon as you receive it, have it translated and notarized into English (or your home country's official language).
⏱️ PHASE 3: DAYS 11 – 20 (YOUR EMBASSY / CONSULATE)
▶️ Report the birth and apply for your baby’s first passport to make their legal citizenship official.
🌟 Steps to follow:
✔️ Book an appointment online with your home country's Embassy or Consulate in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
✔️ Submit the application to report the birth abroad and request a new passport.
✔️ Take passport photos for your newborn that strictly meet your home country’s standards (white background, eyes open, neutral expression).
⏱️ PHASE 4: DAYS 21 – 30 (VIETNAM IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT)
▶️ Apply for a Visa or Temporary Residence Card (TRC) for your baby at the Vietnam Immigration Department.
💡 Crucial note: A baby born in Vietnam does NOT automatically have a visa! You must complete this step to avoid administrative penalties and an illegal overstay record for your child.
🌟 Visa options available:
✔️ Dependent Visa (TT) or Dependent TRC: Linked directly to the validity of either parent’s valid visa or TRC.
✔️ Exit Visa: Suitable if you plan to travel outside Vietnam with your baby in the coming weeks.
💡 3 GOLDEN TIPS FOR A SMOOTH PROCESS
✅ Keep notarized copies ready: Prepare 3–5 notarized copies of your key documents in advance (passports, marriage certificate, apartment lease, and temporary residence registration) so you are never caught off guard.
✅ Add your baby to health insurance early: Contact your international health insurance provider within the first week (most plans require you to register your newborn within 30 days of birth).
✅ Be mindful of name ordering: Pay attention to how names are written in Vietnamese records (Last – Middle – First) versus Western formats (First – Middle – Last). Keeping names consistent will save you from major issues when booking international flights or opening bank accounts later on.
Administrative paperwork might look intimidating, but as long as you follow these 4 steps, your journey of welcoming your newest family member in Vietnam will be smooth, legal, and stress-free!
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🇯🇵 WORKED IN VIETNAM AND ALREADY RETURNED HOME? HERE IS HOW TO RECEIVE YOUR SOCIAL INSURANCE PAYOUT DIRECTLY INTO YOUR B...
16/09/2026

🇯🇵 WORKED IN VIETNAM AND ALREADY RETURNED HOME? HERE IS HOW TO RECEIVE YOUR SOCIAL INSURANCE PAYOUT DIRECTLY INTO YOUR BANK ACCOUNT! 🇻🇳
😕 Many foreign experts, executives, and HR teams at multinational companies share the same concern after an employment contract in Vietnam ends. A common myth is that you must fly back to Vietnam in person to complete the paperwork. Others feel overwhelmed by language barriers and complex paperwork, ending up leaving behind hard-earned savings worth hundreds of millions of VND (thousands of USD).
🤗 The good news is: You can claim 100% of this fund completely remotely without spending any time or travel expenses returning to Vietnam!
💼 A REAL SUCCESS STORY: Recently, the Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam team successfully assisted Mr. T (a Japanese expert who worked at an industrial park in Bac Ninh) in receiving his full lump-sum Social Insurance payout after completing his contract and returning to Tokyo. The entire process was handled 100% remotely, transparently, and smoothly.
⚡️ With our end-to-end service, Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam makes every paperwork hurdle simple, stress-free, and safe.
🎯 WHY CHOOSE TIA CHỚP CONSULT?
1️⃣ Clear Legal Ground & Fully Protected Rights:
✔️ Under Vietnamese law (Decree No. 143/2018/ND-CP), foreign employees who contributed to mandatory Social Insurance are fully entitled to a one-time lump-sum payout upon terminating their labor contract.
✔️ Even if you have already returned home, your entitlement remains valid and legally protected until your claim is processed.
2️⃣ 100% Remote via Legal Authorization:
❌ No need to book flights or be physically present in Vietnam.
✅ Through a legally notarized and authenticated Power of Attorney (POA), Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam will officially act on your behalf to submit your application and work directly with the local Social Insurance authorities.
3️⃣ Simple Requirements – We Handle Everything from A to Z:
✔️ You only need to provide clear scans/photos of basic documents: your Passport, Social Insurance code/book, Termination Letter (or expired Work Permit), and your Vietnamese bank account details.
⚡️ Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam handles the entire journey: checking your contribution history, preparing all application forms, submitting files, explaining your case to authorities, and tracking the process until completion.
4️⃣ Total Financial Transparency – Direct to Your Account:
✅ The payout is wired directly and securely by the Vietnam Social Security office into your personal bank account in Vietnam. Your funds are completely safe and transparent.
💡 A Helpful Note for Companies & HR Teams: Assisting your former executives or foreign colleagues in recovering their rightful savings is not only a warm gesture of care, but also a great way to maintain long-lasting professional relationships and goodwill.
👉 Message our Fanpage today for a quick assessment and free consultation on your case!
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📞 Hotline: 084-888-1357 (WhatsApp: +84 84 888 1357)
📧 Email: [email protected]

🪪 ALL ABOUT VIETNAM'S TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD (TRC): YOUR "GOLDEN TICKET" FOR LIVING AND WORKING IN VIETNAM LONG-TERM 🪪...
15/09/2026

🪪 ALL ABOUT VIETNAM'S TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD (TRC): YOUR "GOLDEN TICKET" FOR LIVING AND WORKING IN VIETNAM LONG-TERM 🪪
🤔 Are you tired of renewing short-term visas every few months or spending time and money on exhausting "visa runs"?
✨ Getting a Temporary Residence Card (TRC) with a validity of 1 to 3 years is the safest, most convenient, and cost-effective legal way for you to live, work, or invest in Vietnam worry-free!
1️⃣ KEY BENEFITS OF HOLDING A TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD (TRC)
A TRC is not just an ID card—it unlocks essential daily and legal privileges:
✔️ Long-Term Legal Stay: Stay continuously in Vietnam for 1 to 3 years (depending on your category) without the hassle of regular visa extensions.
✔️ Hassle-Free Travel (Multiple Entries): Enter and exit Vietnam freely through international borders without needing a separate re-entry visa.
✔️ Easy Daily Life & Administration: Easily open a local bank account, convert or register for a Vietnamese driver’s license, and sign long-term apartment leases.
✔️ Sponsor Your Family: Bring your spouse and children under 18 years old to live with you in Vietnam (applicable for Work and Investor categories).
2️⃣ WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A TRC?
Under Vietnamese law, a TRC is issued to foreigners who have clear and official proof of their purpose of stay. The 3 most common categories are:
👷 Foreign Workers (Codes: LD1, LD2): You hold a valid Vietnam Work Permit or an official Work Permit Exemption certificate.
🧑‍💼 Foreign Investors (Codes: DT1, DT2, DT3): You are a shareholder, company owner, or legal representative of a registered business in Vietnam (as shown on the Business License).
🫂 Family Members (Code: TT): You are the spouse or child (under 18) of a TRC holder; or you are married to or a child of a Vietnamese citizen (supported by a Marriage or Birth Certificate).
3️⃣ WHAT DOCUMENTS DO YOU NEED TO PREPARE?
To ensure a smooth application process, your core application kit should include:
✅ Original Passport: Must be valid for at least 30 days longer than the duration of the TRC you are applying for.
✅ Application Form (Form NA8): Accompanied by 02 passport-sized photos (2x3 cm).
✅ Sponsorship Form: Provided by your employing company (Form NA6) or your sponsoring family member (Form NA7).
✅ Supporting Documents: Notarized/certified copies proving your eligibility (e.g., Work Permit, Business Registration Certificate, Marriage Certificate, etc.).
✅ Proof of Residence: Valid local temporary residence confirmation from the local ward police (or online registration confirmation).
⚠️ IMPORTANT TIP TO AVOID APPLICATION REJECTION:
When submitting your dossier, your current visa or entry stamp must still be valid and match your sponsorship purpose. The Immigration Department cannot issue a TRC if your visa has already expired (overstay) or if you originally entered on an incompatible visa type.
📩 Need fast and reliable support? Contact Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam today for a free consultation!
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🇻🇳 DO YOU OR YOUR CHILDREN HOLD FOREIGN CITIZENSHIP WHILE GRANDPARENTS LIVE IN VIETNAM? HERE IS WONDERFUL REUNION NEWS F...
12/09/2026

🇻🇳 DO YOU OR YOUR CHILDREN HOLD FOREIGN CITIZENSHIP WHILE GRANDPARENTS LIVE IN VIETNAM? HERE IS WONDERFUL REUNION NEWS FOR YOUR FAMILY! ❤️
😭 Distance and complicated paperwork are no longer big worries keeping families apart across borders!
📌 KEY HIGHLIGHT IN VIETNAM’S LATEST IMMIGRATION REGULATIONS (EFFECTIVE 2026)
✨ Starting July 1, 2026, the amended Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam (Law No. 118/2025/QH15) officially comes into force. Under Clause 12, Article 2 of this Law:
🤩 Expanded Sponsorship Rights: Vietnamese citizens who permanently reside in Vietnam (grandparents) are now officially permitted to invite and sponsor their foreign-citizen grandchildren (both maternal and paternal) to visit Vietnam.
👉 What is new? Previously, the law only allowed Vietnamese residents to sponsor their foreign grandparents, parents, spouses, children, or siblings. With this new regulation, grandchildren are now officially included!
💕 Meaningful Connection to Your Roots: This change is a heartwarming milestone for multicultural and overseas Vietnamese families, making home visits and reunions much smoother. It reaffirms that the younger generation living abroad is an inseparable part of Vietnam, creating favorable conditions for you and your children to reconnect with your heritage.
📄 WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR AN ENTRY APPROVAL (SPONSORSHIP) LETTER?
To apply for an Entry Approval Letter under the family visit category, your grandparents in Vietnam (the sponsors) will need to prepare the following documents:
✅ Sponsorship Application Form (Form NA3): Fully completed with details of both the grandparents and the visiting grandchild, certified by the local ward/commune police where the grandparents reside.
✅ Grandparents’ Identification: A certified copy of their Vietnamese Citizen ID card (CCCD) or Vietnamese Passport.
✅ Documents Proving the Biological Relationship:
▶️ Certified copy of the grandchild’s parent’s Birth Certificate (proving the relationship between the parent and the grandparents).
▶️ Certified copy of the foreign grandchild’s Birth Certificate (proving the relationship between the child and their parent).
💡 Note: Any documents issued outside Vietnam must be consularly legalized and officially translated into certified Vietnamese.
✅ Grandchild’s Passport: A clear copy of the passport bio-data page (valid for at least 6 months).
💖 Save this post and share it with your friends and family so you can plan your next heartwarming trip back to Vietnam!
⚡️ Need assistance with certified translations, document authentication, or consular legalization? Contact Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam today for free consultation and support!
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⚠️ DECREE 283/2026/ND-CP: COMPANIES EMPLOYING FOREIGN STAFF FACE DOUBLED FINES FROM SEPT 10, 2026 – HAS YOUR HR TEAM CHE...
11/09/2026

⚠️ DECREE 283/2026/ND-CP: COMPANIES EMPLOYING FOREIGN STAFF FACE DOUBLED FINES FROM SEPT 10, 2026 – HAS YOUR HR TEAM CHECKED YOUR FILES? ⚠️

😱 Managing and hiring foreign employees in Vietnam requires strict legal compliance. A simple oversight such as submitting a report late, assigning tasks outside the approved job scope, or forgetting to return an expired permit can expose your company to heavy fines and sudden operational disruptions.
👉 The Vietnamese Government has issued Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP, introducing updated penalties for labor and social insurance violations, effective from September 10, 2026.
Here are the key takeaways from Article 13 that business owners, foreign managers, and HR teams need to know:
⚠️ CRITICAL NOTE ON CORPORATE FINES:
All fine amounts listed below are standard rates for individuals. If the violation is committed by an organization or company, the fine is DOUBLED (x2) (Clause 1, Article 7).
1️⃣ Reporting & Notification Violations
🔴 Fine: VND 1,000,000 – 3,000,000 (for individuals; doubled for companies)
Applied if an employer fails to submit, submits late, or provides incomplete required reports regarding foreign staff to local labor authorities.
2️⃣ Working Outside Permit Scope or Failing to Return Documents
🔴 Fine: VND 5,000,000 – 10,000,000 per person (up to a maximum of VND 75,000,000 for individuals; doubled for companies)
Applied when an employer assigns a foreign employee to a job, position, or location that does not match their approved Work Permit or Exemption Certificate.
👉 This fine also applies if the employer fails to revoke or return these documents to the authorities as required by law.
3️⃣ Direct Fines on Foreign Workers
🔴 Fine: VND 15,000,000 – 25,000,000
Applied directly to foreign employees working in Vietnam without a valid Work Permit, without a valid Exemption Certificate, or using expired documents.
4️⃣ Fraudulent, Altered, or Forged Documents
🔴 Fine: VND 40,000,000 – 60,000,000 (for individuals; doubled for companies)
Applied to employers who alter, falsify, or submit fraudulent paperwork when applying for, re-issuing, or renewing Work Permits or Exemption Certificates (if not severe enough for criminal prosecution).
5️⃣ Hiring Workers Without Permits or With Expired Permits
For individual employers, fines are calculated based on the number of non-compliant employees:
🔴 1 to 10 workers: VND 30,000,000 – 45,000,000
🔴 11 to 20 workers: VND 45,000,000 – 60,000,000
🔴 21 workers and above: VND 60,000,000 – 75,000,000
👉 For corporate employers, these fines are DOUBLED, reaching up to VND 150,000,000.
🚨 ADDITIONAL PENALTIES & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Beyond financial penalties, authorities may enforce the following measures:
‼️ Confiscation of any altered or forged documents.
‼️ Deportation / Expulsion from Vietnam for foreign workers violating regulations under Article 13.
‼️ Compulsory corrective actions: Forcing the company to complete required reports or immediately hand over Work Permits/exemption certificates to the authorities.
⚡ We hope this update from Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam provides practical guidance to help you and your business stay fully compliant and prevent unwanted legal risks when hiring foreign talent in Vietnam.
Source: Government Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP
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✨ EASIER IMMIGRATION PROCEDURES: 5 KEY UPDATES FOR FOREIGNERS STARTING SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 ✨😍 On August 13, 2026, the Gov...
09/09/2026

✨ EASIER IMMIGRATION PROCEDURES: 5 KEY UPDATES FOR FOREIGNERS STARTING SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 ✨
😍 On August 13, 2026, the Government officially issued Decree No. 320/2026/NĐ-CP (amending Decree 69/2024/NĐ-CP). These new regulations are designed to simplify administrative procedures, promote digital transformation, and provide the best possible conditions for foreigners living and working in Vietnam.
👇 Below are the 05 most notable changes that will take effect from September 28, 2026:
1️⃣ Expanded Eligibility for Electronic ID Accounts
Previously, only those with a Temporary Residence Card (TRC) or Permanent Residence Card (PRC) could apply for an e-ID account. Now:
👉 Any foreigner entering or residing legally in Vietnam has the right to register for an electronic identification account upon request. This is a major step forward, allowing tourists and short-term workers easy access to digital services.
2️⃣ Removal of "Level 1" and "Level 2" Classification
To optimize user experience, Decree 320 removes the division of accounts into different levels.
👉 You will be issued a single, unified electronic ID account with full benefits and usage value. This helps reduce confusion and eliminates redundant authentication steps.
3️⃣ Modern and Direct Registration Process
Getting your e-ID account is now simpler than ever:
📍 Where: Visit the Immigration Office under the Provincial Police Department.
📝 Documents: Present your Passport (or valid international travel document) and complete Form TK01.
🌟 Authentication: Authorities will collect your portrait photo and fingerprints to verify against the National Database.
✨ Results: You will be notified via the National ID App (VNeID), SMS, or email.
4️⃣ Faster Processing Times
The turnaround time for issuing accounts has been significantly shortened:
⏳ Max 02 working days: If your biometric information (photo and fingerprints) is already in the system (Previously 3 days).
⌛ Max 05 working days: If new biometric collection is required (Previously 7 days).
5️⃣ Full Digitalization of Immigration Documents
Your e-ID account now acts as a powerful "digital wallet." The following documents will be fully integrated into the VNeID app:
✔️ Ordinary Passports, Visas, and Visa Exemption Certificates.
✔️ Temporary Residence Cards (TRC) and Permanent Residence Cards (PRC).
👉 Special Note: When performing administrative transactions, you only need to show the information on the app. Agencies and organizations are not allowed to request original or paper copies if the data is already accessible online.
💡 ADVICE FOR YOU
From September 28, 2026, we highly recommend proactively registering for an electronic ID account to enjoy maximum convenience during your stay and when conducting civil transactions in Vietnam. This not only secures your personal information but also saves you significant time and printing costs.
⚡ We hope the information provided by Fast As Flash – Solutions for Expats in Vietnam is helpful and makes your life and work in Vietnam smoother and more comfortable.
Credit: HCMC Immigration Office
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