Required Documents:
- Application for passport issuance (download here). For children under 14, the application must be filled in by their parent or guardian.
- Three standard passport photos (2×2 inches): One photo should be glued to the application, and the other two photos should be stapled to the application.
- Biography form (download here) (not required for newborn applicants).
- A copy of a US passport, US green card, or valid US visa (if applicable).
- A copy of any Vietnamese personal identification document, such as a birth certificate, certificate of Vietnamese nationality, Identity Card, Travel Document, or Citizenship Registration Card.
- For child applicants: A copy of the Birth Certificate issued by the relevant Vietnamese authority (if available). If the child has parents with Vietnamese citizenship and was born in the United States without a Vietnamese birth certificate, the child will be issued a Vietnamese birth certificate and a Vietnamese passport (click here for further information).
- A money order or cashier’s check for the fees, made out to “EMBASSY OF VIETNAM”.
- A self-addressed prepaid return envelope (if you wish to receive your new passport by mail). It is recommended to use a certified mail service (USPS, UPS, FedEx) with a tracking number to ensure safe delivery. The Embassy is not responsible for any loss of documents due to insecure and uncertified mailing services.
Processing Time:
- Once all required documents are submitted, the application will be forwarded to Vietnam for background checks and verification, which may take 3 to 6 months.
- For newborn applicants with Vietnamese parents: Processing time is within 3-5 business days, although additional time may be required for further background checks if the application contains incomplete or inaccurate information.
Contact Information:
- Address: 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C 20036
- Business Hours: 9:00 A.M – 12:00 P.M and 2:00 P.M – 4:30 P.M, Monday through Friday. The Embassy is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and during Vietnamese and United States holidays.
- Telephone: 202-861-0737 ext. 123
- Fax: 202-861-0917
- Email: [email protected]
- In case of emergency, you may contact the Embassy’s hotline at 202-716-8666.
The above information is provided by Mys Law. For any questions regarding the content of this article, please contact 0969.361.319 or email: [email protected] for further clarification. Best regards!
Compiler: Nguyen Anh Quan