Documents Vietnamese Clients Commonly Need Apostilled
Vietnamese clients frequently require apostilles for family, immigration, property, and estate matters, especially when documents originate in the United States.
Most Common Documents
1. Birth Certificates
Used for:
Citizenship
Family registration
Immigration sponsorship
Dual nationality matters
2. Marriage Certificates
Used for:
Spousal immigration
Family status registration
Name changes
3. Death Certificates
Sadly common, but necessary for:
Property transfer
Estate settlement
Inheritance claims
Family registration updates in Vietnam
4. Powers of Attorney (POA)
Used to:
Manage property
Handle banking matters
Represent family members abroad
5. School & Academic Records
Used for:
Education verification
Degree recognition
Employment abroad
Why Apostilles Are Required
Vietnam requires authentication of U.S.-issued documents to:
Verify legitimacy
Prevent fraud
Ensure cross-border legal recognition
Important Note
Vietnam may require translation after apostille, depending on document type and receiving agency.