Vietnam Marriage Visa Document Guide
The Apostille Convention applies to Vietnam from 2026/9/11. Vietnamese documents can be submitted in Korea with an apostille (no consular legalization at the embassy needed).
📋 Required Documents
Xác nhận tình trạng hôn nhân (Certificate of Marital Status)
Apostille required
Criminal record certificate
Within 6 months of issuance
Passport copy
Copy of all pages
Photo (3.5×4.5cm)
Taken within the last 6 months
📄 Marriage Record
Xác nhận tình trạng hôn nhân (Certificate of Marital Status)
The Apostille Convention applies to Vietnam from 2026/9/11. Vietnamese documents can be submitted in Korea with an apostille (no consular legalization at the embassy needed).
⚠️ Important Notes
The Certificate of Marital Status is issued by the People's Committee (UBND) of the commune or ward (phường) where you reside
It is recommended to use documents within 6 months of the issue date
An interview may be requested if there is a large age gap or the relationship was short
🗓️ Process Steps
- 1
Register Marriage
Register the marriage with the local authority in Vietnam and obtain a marriage certificate
- 2
Obtain Apostille
Obtain an apostille from the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam (Hanoi) or the Ho Chi Minh City Department of External Relations
- 3
Korean Translation & Notarization
Translation by a certified translator, followed by notarization at a notary office in Korea
- 4
Prepare Visa Application Documents
Prepare additional documents such as a criminal record certificate, passport copy, and photos
- 5
Embassy or Immigration Submission
Processing time varies depending on the competent authority and the time of filing, so it must be confirmed individually.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can an apostille be used instead?
A. Yes. From 2026/9/11, Vietnamese documents can be submitted in Korea with an apostille (no consular legalization at the embassy needed). For documents issued or certified before that date, or if the receiving office asks for something else, check with the office where you submit.
Q. Where is the criminal record certificate issued?
A. It is issued by an agency under the Ministry of Justice (Lý lịch tư pháp).
Vietnam Marriage Visa Document Guide
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