Consular legalization of health certificates is an important and mandatory step if you are preparing documents for working, studying, or settling abroad. This process ensures that your documents are officially recognized and legally valid in the destination country.
However, the procedure is quite complicated and requires a high level of accuracy at every step. Therefore, using the all-in-one consular legalization service at Dịch Thuật Số 1 will help you save time and effort while avoiding unnecessary errors.
Regulations on Consular Legalization of Health Certificates
According to Clause 10, Article 9 of Decree No. 152/2020/NĐ-CP on the employment of foreign workers in Vietnam, documents issued by foreign competent authorities—such as health certificates, criminal record checks, and similar papers—must undergo consular legalization procedures to be valid for use in Vietnam.
However, this procedure may be exempted if Vietnam and the issuing country have signed an international treaty that provides for exemption from consular legalization. Exemption may also apply in cases where the two parties have reached an agreement based on the principle of reciprocity or as stipulated by current laws.
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Documents Required for Consular Legalization of Health Certificates
The dossier for carrying out the consular legalization procedure for health certificates issued abroad includes:
- Original Citizen ID Card or Passport (accompanied by one photocopy, notarization not required).
- Health certificate: The original must be submitted along with a copy or a translation.
- Provide one copy of the health certificate. Notarization is not required, but the original must be presented for verification.
- Provide one Vietnamese translation of the health certificate.
- Consular legalization application form, form number LS/HPH-2012/TK.
>> See more: Thủ Tục Hợp Pháp Hóa Lãnh Sự Cho Giấy Tờ Nước Ngoài Tại Việt Nam.
Conditions for Consular Legalization of Health Certificates
To be accepted in the application for a work permit, health certificates issued by foreign medical institutions must undergo consular legalization. When performing this procedure, the applicant must ensure the following conditions:
- The health certificate must be issued by a legally authorized medical institution abroad, bearing the original signature and seal — meaning it must be an official document, not a copy or photocopy.
- The content of the health certificate must not show any signs of alteration or erasure.
- The entire consular legalization dossier, especially the section related to the health certificate, must contain clear and consistent information, without any contradictions or discrepancies between details.
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Detailed Instructions for Filling Out the Consular Legalization Application Form
To fill out the consular legalization application form for a health certificate issued abroad, you need to prepare the form as required or access the Consular Affairs Portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam. There, you will complete all the required information fields in the application form.
After filling in the information, click the “Complete” button for the system to automatically generate an electronic application form, which you can then download to your computer.
The system also allows you to save your registered form. To reuse it later, you should note down the “Form Code” and “Verification Code,” or provide your email address so the system can automatically send the information to your email.
Once downloaded, review the form carefully and print it on A4 paper. Then, sign the printed electronic form and prepare all related documents and records.
Finally, bring the signed form along with the required documents to submit directly or by post to the Consular Department, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of External Relations, local foreign affairs agencies, or a Vietnamese representative office abroad to proceed with the consular authentication and legalization process.
>> See more: Hợp Pháp Hóa Lãnh Sự Tại Cục Lãnh Sự / Sở Ngoại Vụ Tp.HCM.
Processing Time for Consular Legalization of Health Certificates
Dịch Thuật Số 1 is a reputable provider of consular legalization services, committed to completing the process for clients within no more than 5 working days.
The processing time depends on the quantity and nature of the documents. According to Decree No. 111/2011/NĐ-CP, the standard processing time is as follows:
- 01 working day from the date the competent authority receives a complete and valid dossier.
- Up to 05 working days if the dossier includes more than 10 documents or papers.
The processing time may be extended in cases where it is necessary to verify the authenticity of signatures, seals, or titles on the documents.
> > See more: Consular Legalization and Certification at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam
Latest Consular Legalization Service Price List
The latest full-package Consular Legalization service pricing at Dịch Thuật Số 1.
| Content: | Price: |
| Certified Copy Fee: | 10,000 VND / 1 page |
| Translation fees from Vietnamese into foreign languages | From 49,000 VND / per original document page / 300 words |
| Notarization Fee for the Translation: | 50,000 VND / document |
| Consular Certification Fee (with Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stamp): | 300,000 VND / stamp (Discounted to 250,000 VND / stamp for two or more documents) |
| Consular legalization fees at the Embassy or Consulate of Poland: | From 2,500,000 VND to 4,500,000 VND depending on the type of document |
All-in-One Consular Legalization Service for Health Certificates
Do you need to legalize your health certificate to complete procedures for overseas travel, employment, or study? Let Dịch Thuật Số 1 accompany you with an all-in-one service from A to Z — guaranteed to be fast, professional, and cost-effective.
When you choose us, you will receive:
- Comprehensive support: From translation and notarization, form completion, and document preparation to submission and result collection at the competent authority.
- Super-fast processing time: Complete the consular legalization process within just 1–5 working days.
- Competitive cost: Guaranteed reasonable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Door-to-door delivery: Receive your results at home or at any address you request, saving you travel time.
- Free consultation: Our team of specialists is ready to guide you if you wish to handle the paperwork yourself.
- Extensive experience: Nearly 20 years of expertise in translation and legal services, ensuring your documents meet all standards and are never rejected.
- Absolute confidentiality: All your personal information and documents are handled securely and confidentially.
- Multi-service offering: In addition, we provide related services such as consular certification, notarization, and translation, among others.
If you need consular legalization of your health certificate quickly and reliably, don’t hesitate to contact Dịch Thuật Số 1. We are committed to helping you complete the process efficiently, in full legal compliance, and at the most cost-effective rate.
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