Affidavit FAQs
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A single status affidavit is a document proving that an individual is not married, often required for marriage abroad.
A divorce note is a legal document that confirms the dissolution of a marriage.
A mental health examination in Vietnam involves an evaluation by a licensed professional to meet immigration or other legal requirements.
The single status oath in Vietnam involves declaring single status before a consular officer or local authority.
A Certificate of Single Status is an official document confirming that a U.S. citizen or permanent resident is not married. It is issued by the Vietnamese diplomatic mission in the USA.
An Affidavit of Single Status is a sworn statement made by a U.S. citizen at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Vietnam, confirming that they are not married.
A Certificate of Single Status is required for U.S. permanent residents who are planning to get married in Vietnam. U.S. citizens may also obtain this document but usually opt for the Affidavit of Single Status for convenience.
An Affidavit of Single Status is typically used by U.S. citizens who are in Vietnam and planning to get married there.
You can obtain a Certificate of Single Status from the Vietnamese Embassy in Washington D.C. or the Vietnamese Consulates in San Francisco, Houston, or New York.
An Affidavit of Single Status can be obtained from the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi or the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City.
The cost for a Certificate of Single Status is typically higher due to the complexity and time involved in the process. An Affidavit of Single Status is generally cheaper and quicker to obtain.
The process for obtaining a Certificate of Single Status can take several weeks, so it is advisable to start at least two months before your planned departure to Vietnam.
The process for obtaining an Affidavit of Single Status is relatively quick, usually requiring an appointment at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate, which should be scheduled two weeks in advance.
No, U.S. permanent residents are required to obtain a Certificate of Single Status from the Vietnamese diplomatic mission in the USA.
If you are divorced or widowed, you must bring the divorce decree or death certificate when applying for an Affidavit of Single Status.
Yes, if you are getting married in the USA, you do not need to provide a Certificate of Single Status or an Affidavit of Single Status from Vietnamese authorities.
If your plans change, it is crucial to inform the relevant authorities as soon as possible and reschedule any necessary appointments or document preparations.
The main difference is the issuing authority and location. A Certificate of Single Status is issued by the Vietnamese diplomatic mission in the USA, while an Affidavit of Single Status is issued by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Vietnam.
It is recommended because the process is quicker, simpler, and more cost-effective. Since U.S. citizens need to be present in Vietnam to sign the marriage certificate, obtaining the affidavit locally is more convenient.