Vietnam is not in the Hague Convention — a standard FCDO apostille alone is not enough. We handle the full two-stage process for all UK documents: FCDO apostille first, then Vietnamese Embassy authentication. Birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates, police checks & more. End-to-end from our City of London office. From £196.
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Vietnam requires both FCDO apostille and Vietnamese Embassy authentication for UK personal documents. Here are the most common reasons our clients need this service.
The Vietnamese Embassy in London authenticates a wide range of UK documents after FCDO apostille. Here is what we commonly process for clients.
All packages cover the complete two-stage process: FCDO apostille + Vietnamese Embassy authentication. Applicable to birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates, and other UK documents. No hidden costs.
⏱ Up to 2 weeks end-to-end
⏱ Up to 1 week end-to-end
⏱ Est. 2–3 weeks
Volume discounts for 5+ documents. Contact us for a bespoke quote.
Each stage is priced separately so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Prices apply per document regardless of document type.
| Stage | Service | Processing Time | Cost (per doc) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1a | Solicitor Certification + FCDO Apostille (Standard) | 2–3 working days | £95 | Standard |
| Stage 1b | Solicitor Certification + FCDO Apostille (Same Day / 24hr) | Same day / next working day | POA | Express |
| Stage 2a | Vietnamese Embassy Authentication (Standard) | 1 week | £101 | Standard |
| Stage 2b | Vietnamese Embassy Authentication (Same Day) | 1 working day | £145 | Express |
| Total — Standard | Stage 1a + Stage 2a | Up to 2 weeks | £196 | Fixed Price |
| Total — Express | Stage 1b (same day) + Stage 2b (same day) | Up to 1 week | POA | Contact Us |
| Add-on | GRO Replacement Certificate (if needed) | 72hrs (GRO) | £60 | Optional |
| Add-on | Certified Vietnamese Translation | Arranged in parallel | POA | Optional |
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Getting the right documents in place matters. We check at every stage — but it helps to know what's required before you send anything.
We accept documents via several channels. For same-day FCDO submission, your document must reach our office by 10am.
We offer a range of return delivery options — UK and international — so your completed documents reach you securely.
| Delivery Method | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Special Delivery (UK Mainland) | £10 | Next-day tracked delivery to your UK address via Royal Mail Special Delivery (1pm guarantee). |
| Same-Day Courier — Central London | Upon request | Same-day delivery to Central London addresses. Typically £15–£35. Price quoted on request. |
| Next-Day Courier — Outside London (UK Mainland) | Upon request | Next-day national courier. Price quoted on request. |
| DHL — UK Mainland | £15 | DHL domestic tracked delivery. |
| Royal Mail Special Delivery — International | £20 | Tracked international postal delivery for clients abroad. |
| DHL — International | £60 | DHL international tracked courier, including delivery to Vietnam. |
| Collection in Person | Free | Collect from our City of London office Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00. |
Payment is not required until we have confirmed your order. We then send a confirmation email with your invoice and payment link.
We have processed Vietnamese Embassy authentications for individuals, couples, teachers, and legal professionals across the UK. Here's why clients trust us with their documents.
From couples marrying in Vietnam to teachers working in Hanoi — here's what clients say.
Free no-obligation quote. Fixed prices. Full end-to-end service — FCDO apostille + Vietnamese Embassy authentication. From £196 per document.