Restoring the validity of an ordinary Vietnamese passport is an important legal process for citizens who have had their passports revoked, invalidated, or suspended. Under Article 32 of the Immigration Law, eligible individuals can request to have their passports restored so they can continue lawful international travel.
✅ When Can Passport Validity Be Restored?
The Immigration Department may restore the validity of an ordinary passport if:
The original reason for revocation or invalidation no longer applies.
The passport holder has complied with all legal obligations.
The passport is still in usable condition.
If the passport is lost, damaged, or cannot be restored, the citizen must apply for a new passport instead.
📑 Application Procedure
To restore passport validity, applicants must:
Fill in the application form as provided by the Immigration Department.
Submit the ordinary passport (revoked, invalidated, or expired).
Provide any supporting documents required to prove eligibility.
Apply directly at:
The Immigration Department of the Ministry of Public Security, or
A provincial-level immigration office.
⏱️ Processing Time
Standard processing: 5–8 working days.
Urgent cases: May be expedited depending on the applicant’s circumstances.
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Estimated Total Cost: $0.00 Includes Vietnam government eVisa fee and service assistance fee
⚠️ Important Notes
Restored passports keep their original information (number, validity, holder’s details).
The Immigration Department can refuse restoration if the applicant still has outstanding violations.
A restored passport allows its holder to continue using it for international travel as normal.
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