Apostille & Document Authentication for Vietnam
Vietnam is NOT a Hague Convention member. Documents require notarization, State Department authentication, and Vietnamese Embassy legalization.
Process
Authentication (Consular Legalization)
Hague Member
No
Translation
Vietnamese
Turnaround
24–72 hr rush
Common U.S. Documents Apostilled for Vietnam
Birth, marriage, and death certificates
FBI background checks (criminal history)
Diplomas, transcripts, and academic records
Power of Attorney and notarized affidavits
Articles of Incorporation and corporate documents
Single Status / No Record of Marriage affidavits
Adoption documents and court orders
Medical records and physician letters
How Consular Legalization Works for Vietnam
Have private documents notarized by a commissioned U.S. notary public.
Authenticate the document with the issuing U.S. state's Secretary of State.
Submit to the U.S. Department of State for federal authentication.
Submit to the Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in the U.S. for final consular legalization.
Obtain a certified Vietnamese translation if required.
Important: Vietnam requires Consular Legalization
Because Vietnam is not a party to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention, an apostille alone will not be accepted. The full chain — state authentication, U.S. Department of State authentication, and Vietnam Embassy legalization — is required. We manage every step.
Apostille for Vietnam — FAQ
Do I need an apostille or authentication for documents going to Vietnam?
Vietnam is NOT a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. U.S. documents require full consular legalization: notarization, state authentication, U.S. Department of State authentication, and Vietnam Embassy legalization.
How long does the apostille process take for Vietnam?
Standard processing typically takes 5–15 business days depending on the issuing state. We offer expedited 24–72 hour service for urgent Vietnam submissions. Federal documents handled by the U.S. Department of State usually take 8–12 weeks via mail or 1–2 weeks expedited.
Do documents going to Vietnam need to be translated?
Yes, Vietnam typically requires a certified Vietnamese translation. We coordinate with sworn/certified translators familiar with Vietnam requirements to ensure your translated documents are accepted.
Can I get an FBI background check apostilled for Vietnam?
Yes. FBI background checks are federal documents that must be apostilled by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. We handle the entire process — channeling, FBI report retrieval, and apostille — for use in Vietnam.
What does it cost to apostille a document for Vietnam?
Costs vary by document type and the issuing state. State apostille fees range from $5–$30 per document, U.S. Department of State authentication is $20 per document, and our service fees include preparation, courier, and tracking. Call 833-430-6800 for a precise quote.
Can a mobile notary handle apostille services for Vietnam?
Yes. 1MobileNotary handles the full process: mobile notarization at your location, document preparation, submission to the appropriate Secretary of State or U.S. Department of State, and return delivery — all formatted for acceptance in Vietnam.
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