Under Vietnam’s Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens, the issuance and renewal of diplomatic passports and official passports are strictly regulated to ensure proper state management and compliance with international protocols. These passports are granted to individuals traveling abroad for official duties and diplomatic missions.
✅ Issuance of Diplomatic and Official Passports
Diplomatic and official passports are issued to:
Officials and civil servants who are assigned to work abroad under state authority.
Military officers, police officers, and individuals working in national defense and security sectors.
Persons engaged in official assignments by competent government agencies.
Applications must be submitted through the competent authority defined in Article 11 of this Law. Once verified, the passport is issued for official international travel only.
🔄 Renewal of Diplomatic and Official Passports
Renewal procedures apply when:
A passport is close to its expiration date but the holder continues to be assigned abroad.
A passport is lost, damaged, or no longer usable.
The holder’s official assignment has been extended and requires continued overseas travel.
Renewal requests must include:
A written request from the managing agency.
Relevant supporting documents (assignment decision, ID papers, etc.).
The current passport (if still available).
🌏 What If You Need to Travel for Personal Purposes?
Holders of diplomatic or official passports are only permitted to use them for official assignments. For personal travel—such as tourism, business, or visiting relatives—individuals must use an ordinary passport or obtain a Vietnam e-Visa.
Fast-track Vietnam e-Visa services (1–2 business days).
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Visa extension and renewal for longer stays.
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