Marriage between a Vietnamese citizen and a foreign national is not only a matter of love and family but also a legal procedure governed by Vietnamese law. To ensure the marriage is legally valid, both parties must comply with the Law on Marriage and Family 2014 and the Law on Civil Status.
1. Legal Conditions for Marriage
According to Vietnamese law, both parties must meet the following requirements:
✅ Male must be at least 20 years old, female at least 18 years old
✅ Marriage must be voluntary – no coercion, fraud, or obstruction
✅ Both must have full civil act capacity
✅ The marriage must not fall under prohibited cases, including:
- Being married to another person
- Close blood relations (within three generations) or adoptive relationships
- Sham marriage or forced marriage
📌 In addition, the foreign spouse must also comply with the marriage conditions of their home country.
2. Required Documents for Marriage Registration
The marriage registration dossier includes:
📂 For the Vietnamese citizen:
- Identity card or passport
- Certificate of single status
📂 For the foreigner:
- Valid passport and visa
- Certificate of single status (issued by competent foreign authority, valid within 6 months)
- If not available, a document proving eligibility for marriage under their national law
⚠️ Important Notes:
- All foreign documents must be consular legalized (unless exempted by treaty)
- Must be translated into Vietnamese and notarized
3. Marriage Registration Procedure
📌 Processing time: Usually 15 working days, extendable if verification is required.
4. Common Difficulties for Foreigners
❗ Language barriers and lack of guidance on legal procedures
❗ Missing or expired documents (single status certificate, criminal record, etc.)
❗ Confusion about the correct authority to process the registration
❗ Delays due to consular legalization or translation issues
5. Why Choose DHH Law Firm for Marriage Registration in Vietnam?
🌟 Expert legal consultation on family law and immigration
🌟 Full support with document preparation and legalization
🌟 Professional translation and notarization services
🌟 Guidance during interviews and registration process
🌟 Post-marriage services: spouse visa, residence card, children’s birth registration with foreign elements
📞 Contact DHH Law Firm Today
🏢 Main Office: 2nd Floor, 829 Huynh Tan Phat Street, Phu Thuan Ward, HCMC
📍 Branch Office: 6th Floor, No. 16, Alley 204, Tran Duy Hung Street, Dai Mo Ward, Hanoi
📞 Hotline: +84 89 9352 777 (VN) | +84 89 9351 777 (ENG)
🌐 Website: www.dhhlawfirm.vn
📧 Email: contact@dhhlawfirm.vn
✨ DHH Law Firm – Trusted Legal Solutions for International Marriages in Vietnam
