Immigration Lawyers in Vietnam – Comprehensive Legal Support on Nationality and Settlement

Introduction to Immigration Legal Services in Vietnam

An Law Vietnam provides professional legal consultancy and assistance in matters of nationality, visas, immigration, and residency for foreign nationals, Vietnamese citizens relocating abroad, and overseas Vietnamese (Việt Kiều) seeking nationality confirmation. With extensive expertise in the Vietnamese Nationality Law, our immigration lawyers efficiently assist clients with complex legal procedures, including visa applications, naturalization dossiers, verification of Vietnamese origin, as well as securing rights concerning property ownership, residence, and investment in Vietnam.

At An Law, we are committed to delivering credibility – accuracy – confidentiality, ensuring clients’ legitimate rights are protected while they confidently assert their citizenship and lawful residence. This article summarizes the benefits of holding Vietnamese nationality, particularly for overseas Vietnamese currently living and working abroad.

Who Qualifies as a Vietnamese National?

Under the Vietnamese Nationality Law 2008, a Vietnamese national is an individual recognized by the State and issued official legal documents as proof of nationality.

Valid documents evidencing Vietnamese nationality include:

• Birth certificate (containing nationality information).
• Identity card or Citizen Identification Card.
• Valid Vietnamese passport.
• Decision on naturalization or confirmation of Vietnamese nationality.

Dossiers and Procedures for Nationality Confirmation

Overseas Vietnamese or individuals of Vietnamese origin wishing to obtain nationality confirmation must prepare:

1. Application form for confirmation of Vietnamese nationality (as prescribed).
2. Personal identification documents (ID card, Citizen ID, passport, residence documents abroad, etc.).
3. Documents proving Vietnamese origin (birth certificate, former household registration book, documents of parents or grandparents, etc.).
4. Other relevant supporting documents (if any).

Our immigration lawyers provide support in:

• Drafting and finalizing the application dossier.
• Representing clients before competent state authorities.
• Offering legal consultancy to minimize errors and shorten processing time.

Benefits of Obtaining Vietnamese Nationality Confirmation

Recognition of Vietnamese nationality brings significant legal rights and protections, particularly for overseas Vietnamese:

1. Property Rights

• Full ownership, purchase, transfer, and inheritance rights over real estate, equal to Vietnamese citizens.
• No restriction on the term of land or housing ownership.

2. Residency and Immigration Rights

• Entitlement to a Vietnamese passport.
• Freedom to enter and exit Vietnam without visa requirements.
• Lawful residency and employment in Vietnam.

3. Social Rights

• Eligibility to participate in public healthcare, education, and employment schemes.
• Enjoyment of social welfare and benefits equal to Vietnamese citizens.

4. Legal Recognition and Protection

• Nationality confirmation serves as the legal basis for the State to recognize and safeguard legitimate rights and interests.

Cases Requiring Vietnamese Nationality Confirmation

• Overseas Vietnamese (Việt Kiều): Individuals of Vietnamese origin residing abroad but lacking legal documents proving Vietnamese nationality.
• Stateless persons: Individuals residing permanently in Vietnam for 20 years or more as of the effective date of the 2008 Nationality Law.

Once nationality confirmation is obtained, overseas Vietnamese may:

• Purchase, sell, and hold ownership of real estate without limitation.
• More easily establish and operate businesses in Vietnam.
• Benefit from simplified entry and residency procedures.
• Fully participate in social rights and benefits as Vietnamese citizens.

Why Engage an Immigration Lawyer?

Nationality, immigration, and settlement issues are inherently complex, requiring strict documentation and compliance with legal procedures. Immigration lawyers in Vietnam assist clients by:

• Providing precise legal advice on statutory requirements.
• Guiding preparation of complete and compliant dossiers.
• Representing clients before state authorities.
• Ensuring recognition and protection of clients’ lawful rights.

Conclusion

Immigration lawyers in Vietnam play a crucial role in assisting both Vietnamese citizens and overseas Vietnamese in asserting their nationality rights, particularly in procedures related to nationality confirmation, residency, and settlement.

If you are facing difficulties with nationality, immigration, visas, or long-term residency procedures, contact An Law Vietnam today for detailed consultancy and reliable legal support.

Contact An Law Vietnam

📞 Phone: (+84) 986 995 543
📧 Email: info@anlawvietnam.com
📍 Head Office: Diamond Plaza, 34 Le Duan Street, Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
🏢 Vung Tau Branch: Vo Thi Sau Street, Vung Tau Ward, Ho Chi Minh City