Guides & Resources

In-depth answers to the questions Vietnamese Americans ask most — from immigration forums, Facebook groups, and real experience.

Property & Inheritance for Việt Kiều

Can overseas Vietnamese own a home or inherit land in Vietnam? Ownership rules, land-use rights, inheritance, and why citizenship matters.

Renouncing or Restoring Vietnamese Citizenship

How to give up Vietnamese citizenship or get it back, where to apply, the documents, and the link to dual citizenship and property.

Affidavit of Single Status

Marrying in Vietnam? Learn what the single-status affidavit is, how to obtain and authenticate it in the US, and translation.

Power of Attorney (Vietnam & US)

Authorize someone to act for you across borders — property, banking, paperwork. Notarization, authentication, and translation explained.

Certified Translation Guide

What USCIS and Vietnamese authorities accept, who can translate, the certification statement, and how to avoid rejections.

US Immigration Glossary

Plain-language definitions of common terms and forms: USCIS, NVC, AOS, EAD, priority date, RFE, and more.

US Immigration Fees

The main fees in family cases (I-130, I-485, I-864, visa fees) and where to confirm current official amounts — they change.

Embassy & Consulate Directory

US offices in Vietnam and Vietnamese offices in the US, what each handles, and how to confirm current contact info.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers on Vietnam-US immigration, documents, citizenship, and travel, linking to detailed guides.

How to Avoid Immigration Scams

Warning signs of immigration fraud and how to find a licensed attorney or DOJ-accredited representative you can trust.

Adjustment of Status (Form I-485)

Get a green card without leaving the US. Who qualifies, the steps, work/travel permits, and how it differs from consular processing.

Removing Conditions on a Green Card (I-751)

Turn your 2-year conditional green card into a 10-year card. Filing window, evidence of a real marriage, and divorce waivers.

Renew or Replace a Green Card (I-90)

Renew an expiring 10-year card or replace a lost, stolen, or incorrect one. When to file and what I-90 does not cover.

Visa Bulletin & Priority Dates Explained

How priority dates, the F1-F4 family categories, and the monthly Visa Bulletin decide when your relative can immigrate.

Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA)

Document US citizenship for a child born in Vietnam to a US citizen parent. Eligibility, the consulate appointment, and required proof.

CR-1 / IR-1 Spouse Visa from Vietnam

Bring your Vietnamese spouse to the US as a permanent resident. I-130, NVC, the HCMC interview, documents, and timeline.

Affidavit of Support (Form I-864)

The 125% income rule, household size, joint sponsors, assets, required documents, and when the obligation ends.

Vietnam Police Clearance Certificate

Phiếu Lý lịch Tư pháp for a US immigrant visa: Type 1 vs Type 2, where to apply, applying from abroad, and translation.

USCIS Processing Times 2024

Current wait times for I-130, I-485, K-1, N-400, and other common forms. Tips to avoid delays.

Updated 2024

Denied Under 214(b)? What To Do Next

Your visa was denied. Here is exactly why it happens and how to successfully reapply with stronger documentation.

Bringing Your Vietnamese Parents to the US

IR-5 immigrant visa process for parents of US citizens. Timeline, documents, and interview preparation.

Best Ways to Send Money to Vietnam

Compare Wise, Remitly, Western Union, and bank wires. Fees, exchange rates, and speed compared.

Dual Citizenship: Vietnam & the United States

Can you hold both? What Vietnam's nationality law says and practical implications for Vietnamese Americans.

How to Apostille Documents for Use in Vietnam

Which documents need apostille, where to get them, costs, and how Vietnam handles Hague Convention documents.