Police Certificate information for Vietnam applicants
Country-specific guidance for obtaining a police certificate accepted by IRCC.
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Vietnam-specific factors IRCC considers
- Police certificate (Lý lịch tư pháp số 2) from Ministry of Justice — 10-15 days.
- Notarized translations + consular legalization required.
- IELTS centres in HCMC, Hanoi, Da Nang.
- Vietnam restricts dual citizenship (with limited exceptions).
Police certificate from Vietnam
Lý lịch tư pháp số 2 (Type 2) from Vietnamese Ministry of Justice; 10-15 business days.
ECA / credential evaluation
WES, ICAS. Notarized translations + consular legalization typically required.
VAC locations
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hanoi
Embassy / High commission
Embassy of Canada, 31 Hung Vuong, Ba Dinh, Hanoi. Consulate in HCMC.
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