Getting a Notarized Copy of ID in Vietnam: Requirements and Fees

A notarized copy of ID is required for various legal procedures. The notary stamp is placed onto the copy by competent authorities to ensure that the copy, along with the procedure to validate it, is legally valid.

Is it necessary to obtain a notarized copy of ID in Vietnam?

The answer is YES. Your ID is proof of your identity in legal procedures. Except when the original is required, you can use notarized copies of your ID as a substitute.

Notarization confirms that your information is identical in both versions, which gives notarized copies the legal validity required for important procedures such as overseas transactions.

You may need to obtain a notarized copy of ID for:

1. • Employment and labor export applications
2. • Applications for studying abroad
3. • Contracts and agreements
4. • Medical check-ups
5. • Administrative procedures
6. • etc.

Required Documents for a Notarized Copy of ID in Vietnam

For notarization, have these documents handy:

1. • A notary request form
2. • A copy of your ID
3. • Your original ID

Make sure your original ID meets these requirements:

1. • Within validity period
2. • No unauthorized alterations
3. • Not too old or severely damaged
4. • Legible information
5. • Valid stamps and confirmation from the authorities.

How to get notarized copy of ID in Vietnam?

You can make a photocopy of your ID at any print shop. Notarization, however, is only available at:

1. •  The Department of Justice
2. • The People’s Committee at your commune, ward or town
3. • Private notary offices
4. • Diplomatic missions

Consult our list of notary offices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi below.

In HCMC

📍 Notary Public Office No. 1: 97 Pasteur Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 2: 94 – 96 Ngo Quyen Street, Ward 7, District 4.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 3: 12 Thong Nhat Street, Binh Tho Ward, Thu Duc City.

📍Notary Public Office No. 4: 25/5 Hoang Viet Street, Ward 4, Tan Binh District.

📍Notary Public Office No. 5: 278 Nguyen Van Nghi Street, Ward 7, Go Vap District.

📍Notary Public Office No. 6: 47A Nguyen Van Dau Street, Ward 6, Binh Thanh District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 7: 388 Nguyen Van Luong Street, Ward 12, District 6.

In Hanoi

📍 Notary Public Office No. 1: 310 Ba Trieu Street, Le Dai Hanh Ward, Hai Ba Trung District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 2: 654 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Ngoc Lam Ward,Long Bien District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 3: Lot D/D11, Cau Giay New Urban Area, Dich Vong Hau Ward, Cau Giay District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 4: 1F, N4D Building, Le Van Luong Street, Trung Hoa Nhan Chinh Urban Area, Nhan Chinh Ward, Thanh Xuan District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 6: 18 Kim Dong Street, Giap Bat Ward, Hoang Mai District.

📍 Notary Public Office No. 7: 23 Ha Cau Street, Phu La Ward, Ha Dong District.

Can I get a notarized copy of photo ID in Vietnam online?

As of the latest update, this procedure cannot be done online. You can only book an appointment in advance through the National Public Service Portal (Cong Dich vu Cong Quoc gia) to avoid long waiting lines.

Follow these steps to book your appointment:

1. Step 1: Visit dichvucong.gov.vn, then select “Thong tin va dich vu” (Information and Services) > “Dich vu cong noi bat” (Popular services).
2. Step 2: Click on “Chung thuc ban sao tu ban chinh giay to, van ban do co quan to chuc co tham quyen cua Viet Nam cap hoac chung nhan” (Certifying copies from original documents issued or certified by the authorities of Vietnam).
3. Step 3: Select the nearest judicial office.
4. Step 4: Login with your Public Service account or Digital Identification account.
5. Step 5: Select the type of document you need notarized, your available date and time, then press the button “Dat lich hen” (Book an appointment). You will receive a text message confirming your appointment.
6. Step 6: On the date of your appointment, bring your ID and its copies to the notary office you selected to begin the procedure.

How much does it cost to notarize a copy of my ID in Vietnam?

The current fee is 2.000 VND per page. The fee is 1.000 VND per page from your third copy. This fee is only applicable to notary public offices operating under the Department of Justice.

At diplomatic missions, it will cost $10 per copy.

The costs are more varied, but often higher, at private notary offices. If you intend to use your notarized copies outside of Vietnam, they must be translated, which will add to the total costs of notarization.

Conclusion

With just a few steps, you can obtain your notarized copy of ID. For the best experience, select a reputable office and pay attention to the validity of your documents.

Sometimes, legal procedures may involve other documents from an authority outside Vietnam. In these cases, you will need a notarized translation of these documents into Vietnamese as well.

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