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National ID card renewal in Vietnam

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Bộ Công an (Ministry of Public Security) through provincial and district police offices..

Renewing a Vietnamese National ID card (Thẻ Căn cước công dân) generally involves visiting a police issuing office, submitting required documents, having biometric data collected, and paying a fee. The process is standardized across Vietnam.

Your timing

It is advisable for individuals to begin the renewal process several weeks or even months before their current card expires. This allows ample time for scheduling appointments, processing the application, and for the new card to be delivered, accounting for potential processing delays or public holidays. The legal processing time is typically stated in working days.

Start 15 days ahead

The legal processing time for issuing or renewing a National ID card is typically up to 15 working days from the date of receiving a complete and valid application. This does not include potential waiting times for appointments or delivery.

The process

  1. 1Prepare necessary documents, including the expired or soon-to-expire National ID card.
  2. 2Visit a police office responsible for ID card issuance (e.g., district or provincial police). Some provinces may offer online appointment booking or integrated public service centers.
  3. 3Submit the application form and present the required documents to the officer.
  4. 4Have biometric data (fingerprints, facial image) collected or updated.
  5. 5Pay the prescribed fee.
  6. 6Receive a receipt with an estimated return date. The new card may be collected in person or delivered by post, depending on the service opted for and local regulations.

What to bring

  • The existing National ID card (Căn cước công dân) or Citizen Identity Card (Chứng minh nhân dân) that is expired, damaged, or requires change.
  • Household Registration Book (Sổ hộ khẩu) or Confirmation of Residence (Giấy xác nhận thông tin về cư trú) if there are any changes in personal information not yet updated in the national database, or if specifically requested by the officer.

Who handles it

Bộ Công an (Ministry of Public Security) through provincial and district police offices.

https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/

The fee for renewing a National ID card is specified by government regulations. As of recent information, the fee for replacement due to expiration, damage, or changes in personal information is typically 30,000 VND. Fees may vary for initial issuance, re-issuance due to loss, or if the process is expedited. It is best to confirm the current fee at the time of application.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all personal information, especially address and birth date, is consistent across all official documents before applying.
  • Check the validity period on the current card carefully to initiate renewal before it expires.
  • Confirm the operating hours and specific requirements of the local police office before visiting, as these can sometimes vary.
  • For any changes in personal information (e.g., address, name), ensure these changes are formally updated with relevant authorities prior to applying for a new ID card.

Sources

Other documents in Vietnam

National ID card renewal in other countries

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