APOSTILLE FOR VIETNAM
Apostille Services for Vietnam
Working in Vietnam, marrying there, investing, opening a company or adopting? Vietnam joined the Hague Apostille Convention in September 2026, so many U.S. documents that once needed embassy legalization can now use an apostille. We'll confirm the right route for your documents.
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VIETNAM AT A GLANCE
Hague Convention member
Apostilles accepted since September 2026.
- Work permits
- Marriage and family
- Investment and company documents
- Vietnamese translation arranged
Vietnam now accepts apostilles
Documents we prepare for Vietnam
- Diplomas and transcripts for work permits
- FBI background checks for work permits
- Birth and marriage certificates for marriage and family matters
- Single status affidavits for marriage in Vietnam
- Corporate documents for investment and company registration
- Powers of attorney
- Adoption documents
What Vietnam usually requires
| Document | Where the apostille comes from | What else to plan for |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma or transcript | Secretary of the Commonwealth, through your school | Vietnamese translation, often done in Vietnam |
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State | Recent check; Vietnamese translation |
| Birth or marriage certificate | Secretary of the Commonwealth or issuing state | Certified copy; Vietnamese translation |
| Corporate documents | Issuing state | Often requested by investment registration offices |
Requirements change and can differ by consulate, city and purpose. Always confirm the exact requirements with the office receiving your documents. We are glad to review any instructions you have received.
Ready to get started?
Tell us what you need, and we will take care of every step.
How we handle it
- 1
Share the recipient's requirements
Send us the list or email you received from the consulate, school, employer or attorney. We will review it and confirm exactly what each document requires.
- 2
We prepare each document
Certified copies, notarization by appointment or retrieval of records you do not yet have.
- 3
Apostilles from the right offices
Massachusetts documents go to the Secretary of the Commonwealth, other states' documents to the issuing state and federal documents, such as FBI checks, to the U.S. Department of State.
- 4
Vietnamese translation, if needed, and shipping
We arrange certified translation when needed, then ship everything with tracking, either to you or directly abroad.
Good to know
A recent change
If someone in Vietnam asks for embassy legalization, check whether an apostille now satisfies their requirement.
Work permits
Degrees and background checks are the most common requests. See Universities and FBI Apostille.
Businesses
See Corporate Documents.
Translation
Vietnamese translations are often notarized in Vietnam. Ask your lawyer.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Paying for legalization you may not need. Since September 2026, an apostille is usually enough. Confirm with the office.
- A state apostille on an FBI check. FBI checks need the federal apostille.
- An electronic transcript. PDFs usually can't be apostilled as is.
- Names that don't match. Vietnamese names are ordered differently. Bring documents that link them.
Common situations
Work permit documents for Vietnam
Degrees and background checks for foreign employees.
Marriage in Vietnam
Birth certificates and single status affidavits.
Investment and company setup
Corporate documents for investment registration.
Family matters
Records for children and relatives.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vietnam accept apostilles?
Yes. The Apostille Convention entered into force for Vietnam on September 11, 2026.
What if the office still asks for legalization?
Some instructions may not be updated yet. Ask the office to confirm. If legalization is still required, we handle it.
Do you translate into Vietnamese?
We can arrange a translation. Many Vietnamese offices prefer translations done and notarized in Vietnam.
Do you ship to Vietnam?
Yes, with tracking.
Sending documents to Vietnam?
Tell us about the documents, their purpose and your deadline, and we will outline every step.