Getting married in Vietnam

guess you didn't read the previous post.

1. ONLY IF at least one party is a VN citizen, or has status (Residence or Work Permit) can they get married in VN. This means tourists cannot.

2. The documentation is onerous for non-Vietnamese and involves governments and embassies, affidavits, etc.

3. Medical tests for HIV and mental fitness are required;

4. When all the documentation and tests are complete, they have to filed with the Provincial Justice Ministry. IF one party is a VN citizen the filing should be done in the province where their family resides. It makes it quicker;

5. After a period of about 30 days, providing the checks are OK, you will be give an appointment with the Marriage Registrar. O the day and at the time appear, your names will be called, and you produce your ID or passport and then you sign the register;

6. Totally unromantic, no flowers, no exchange of rings AMD usually not even kisses;

7. Newly married couples have to collect a Marriage Certificate - it is always better to get two or three copies;

8. Divorce is even easier!

NOTE: Certain government employees are prohibited by aw from marrying Foreigners.