Last Update: November 04, 2025

A Vietnamese passport offers more than just a travel document—it represents a range of legal, economic, and mobility advantages for its holders. Whether you're a citizen living in Vietnam or a Viet Kieu (overseas Vietnamese) considering reclaiming Vietnamese citizenship, holding a Vietnamese passport can open many doors.

1. Types of Vietnamese Passports

Vietnam currently issues three types of passports:

• Ordinary Passport (Hộ chiếu phổ thông)
  Issued to all Vietnamese citizens for travel, work, and study abroad. This is the most common type.

• Official Passport (Hộ chiếu công vụ)
  Given to government employees traveling on official duties.

• Diplomatic Passport (Hộ chiếu ngoại giao)
  Reserved for high-ranking officials and diplomats representing Vietnam abroad.

For most citizens and overseas Vietnamese, the ordinary passport is the relevant one—yet even this basic version carries many significant benefits.

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2. Freedom to Enter and Exit Vietnam Freely

With a Vietnamese passport, you can enter and exit Vietnam at any time without applying for a visa or temporary residence permit. This is especially valuable for Viet Kieu who want to reconnect with their roots, spend extended periods in Vietnam, or live part-time between countries.

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3. Visa-Free Access to ASEAN and Other Countries

Vietnamese passport holders can travel visa-free or visa-on-arrival to several countries, including:

• All ASEAN nations (e.g., Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines)

• Some countries in Asia, the Caribbean, and Africa

While the Vietnamese passport may not be as globally powerful as some others, its regional strength makes it ideal for business, leisure, and family travel in Southeast Asia.

4. Property Ownership Rights

Vietnamese citizens, including those who reclaim citizenship, have greater rights to buy and own property in Vietnam compared to foreign nationals. This includes:

• Buying houses and apartments

• Long-term land use rights (even though land is technically owned by the state)

• Access to better terms for loans and mortgages

For Viet Kieu planning to retire or invest in Vietnam, this is a major incentive to hold a Vietnamese passport.

5. Open Businesses Without Local Partner Requirement

Vietnamese citizens are allowed to start and fully own businesses in Vietnam without needing a local partner or special approvals. This includes:

• Opening companies in most sectors

• Easier registration processes

• Access to domestic support programs and funding

Compared to foreigners, citizens enjoy a simpler legal framework and fewer restrictions.

This is a major step toward reconnecting global Vietnamese communities with their homeland.

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