A police officer fingerprints a foreign resident for a level-2 electronic ID. (Photo: Trung Nguyen/baotintuc.vn)

According to the Ministry of Public Security’s Immigration Department, foreigners holding valid temporary or permanent residence permits in Vietnam are eligible to obtain the digital ID, making it easier for them to complete online administrative procedures, while reducing processing time, paperwork and direct contact requirements.

The system ensures authentication accuracy and protects legitimate rights during their stay in Vietnam.

The digital accounts unlock digital convenience for foreign residents, including authentication for banking transactions, property rental registration, access to public services, and storage of e-residence cards and legal documents on the VNeID app.

Applications are accepted during working hours from Monday to Friday, excluding national holidays. The processing time is capped at three working days for applicants whose biometric data already exists in the national database, and no more than seven working days for those submitting new biometric data.

The Ministry of Public Security has launched an intensive 50-day campaign for the issuance through August 19, aiming at raising the awareness of foreign nationals of the roll-out and its benefits.