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Foreigners Get Vietnam's Digital ID: VNeID Access Expands
22 Aug
Summary
- Foreign nationals gain VNeID account access starting Sept 2026.
- Companies must use VNeID for immigration from June 2026.
- Employers use VNeID for work permits since August 2025.
Starting September 28, 2026, foreign nationals legally present in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City can obtain VNeID electronic identification accounts. This change broadens access to Vietnam's digital services, previously restricted to those with specific residence cards.
Companies are mandated to use organizational VNeID accounts for immigration procedures, including visa extensions and residence permits, from June 1, 2026. Employers have also been required to utilize VNeID for work permit applications since August 2025.
This expanded eligibility aims to help foreign nationals navigate Vietnam's digital administrative systems more easily. Authorities may require in-person verification and biometric data collection for Level 2 accounts. A nationwide rollout is anticipated.
The VNeID system is increasingly central to administrative processes, with further integration expected.
