Vietnam joins the Apostille Convention: what changes

Detail

What changed

Vietnam acceded to the Convention on 31 December 2025.¹

Since 11 September 2026, a public document from Vietnam only needs an apostille to be used in another member country, and documents from other member countries only need an apostille to be used in Vietnam.¹

Other member countries could object to the accession. Between Vietnam and a country that objected, the Convention does not apply, so check the specific pair of countries.¹

Countries

Who it affects

• VietnamUses apostillesEntry into force 11 September 2026