Issuing copies of civil status papers from civil status records in Vietnam representative offices abroad

Issuing copies of civil status papers from civil status records in Vietnam representative offices abroad

Vietnamese citizens living abroad can request copies of their civil status papers, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and death certificates, from Vietnam representative offices abroad. This process is known as civil status registration and issuance of civil status extract copies.

To request copies of civil status papers, Vietnamese citizens living abroad must submit the following documents to a Vietnam representative office:

• A completed application form for civil status registration or issuance of civil status extract copies
• A copy of their Vietnamese passport or other valid identification document
• A copy of the civil status paper they are requesting (optional)
• A fee (the amount of the fee varies depending on the type of civil status paper being requested)

If the requester is applying for a copy of a birth certificate, they must also submit a copy of their parents’ marriage certificate or a copy of their father’s identity document. If the requester is applying for a copy of a marriage certificate, they must also submit a copy of their spouse’s identity document. If the requester is applying for a copy of a death certificate, they must also submit a copy of the death certificate issued by the local authorities in the country where the death occurred.

Once the requester has submitted all of the required documents, the Vietnam representative office will process the request and issue copies of the civil status papers within a few working days. The requester can collect the copies of their civil status papers in person or have them mailed to them.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to request copies of civil status papers from a Vietnam representative office abroad:

1. Visit the website of the Vietnam representative office in the country where you live.
2. Download and complete the application form for civil status registration or issuance of civil status extract copies.
3. Gather the required documents, including a copy of your Vietnamese passport or other valid identification document, a copy of the civil status paper you are requesting (optional), and a fee.
4. Submit your application form and required documents to the Vietnam representative office in person or by mail.
5. Collect your copies of civil status papers in person or have them mailed to you.

Please note that the specific procedures for requesting copies of civil status papers may vary slightly depending on the Vietnam representative office. It is always best to contact the Vietnam representative office in your country of residence for more information.

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