For those living abroad, the process can be confusing, as it involves legal procedures in both your home country and the country where you currently reside. Failing to follow the correct steps can result in delays or rejection by Vietnamese authorities. This article explains the requirements, step-by-step process, and how Apolo Lawyers can help you successfully obtain and use an affidavit of single status Vietnam while living overseas. In case you need advice, please contact Apolo Lawyers via email at contact@apolo.com.vn or Hotline (+84) 903 419 479 for the best advice and support.
The affidavit of single status Vietnam is a sworn statement confirming that you are not currently married. Vietnamese civil status authorities require this document because they cannot directly verify foreign marital records.
Under the Law on Marriage and Family 2014, both parties to a marriage in Vietnam must be legally single and eligible to marry. This affidavit is your official proof. Without it, you cannot register your marriage in Vietnam if you are a foreigner.
How to Get a Single Status Certificate When Living Abroad
If you are living outside your home country, you cannot simply go to a local registrar in your hometown to get a single status certificate. Instead, you will likely need to:
Apply through your home country embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
Legalize or authenticate the document for use in Vietnam.
Translate and notarize the document in Vietnamese.
The process varies depending on your nationality, country of residence, and local legal requirements. However, all versions of the affidavit of single status Vietnam must be issued or certified by a competent authority and meet Vietnam legalization standards.
Below is a general guide for foreigners obtaining their affidavit of single status Vietnam while living abroad:
Reach out to your home country diplomatic mission in your country of residence. They can either issue the affidavit directly or witness your sworn statement before a consular officer.
The affidavit should clearly state:
Your full name, date of birth, and nationality.
Your passport details.
A declaration that you are currently single and free to marry under your home country laws.
You will need to sign the affidavit in the presence of a consular officer, notary public, or equivalent legal authority.
When applying for an affidavit of single status Vietnam from abroad, many applicants make errors that can cause serious delays:
Submitting a document that is more than six months old.
Forgetting to legalize the affidavit for use in Vietnam.
Using a translation that is not notarized.
Providing incomplete or incorrect personal details.
Not checking for country-specific wording requirements.
Once your affidavit of single status Vietnam is issued, legalized, and translated, it must be submitted along with other required documents to the People Committee or Department of Justice in the district where your Vietnamese partner resides.
The authority will review your application, verify the documents, and schedule a date for the marriage registration ceremony. Without a valid affidavit, the process cannot proceed.
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How to Get a Single Status Certificate When Living Abroad
At Apolo Lawyers, we specialize in assisting foreigners—especially those living abroad—in obtaining and legalizing their affidavit of single status Vietnam for marriage registration. Our services include:
Advising on country-specific requirements for obtaining a single status certificate.
Drafting or reviewing affidavits to meet both home country and Vietnamese standards.
Guiding clients through embassy, consulate, and legalization procedures.
Providing certified translation and notarization services in Vietnam.
Submitting the affidavit and supporting documents to Vietnamese authorities.
With our expertise, you can avoid unnecessary delays, comply with all legal requirements, and complete your marriage registration in Vietnam smoothly.
If you require assistance, please contact Apolo Lawyers via email at contact@apolo.vn or hotline (+84) 903 419 479 for professional support.
If you are a foreigner living or investing in Vietnam and need legal guidance, do not hesitate to contact Apolo Lawyers – Solicitors & Litigators for professional support and peace of mind. If you still have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Apolo Lawyers – Solicitors & Litigators. Hotline: (+84) 903. 419. 479 and Email contact@apolo.com.vn to be supported and helped in the most optimal way.
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