Vietnam UD1 Visa News 2026: June Legislative Update and Timeline

Track the June 2026 UD1 timeline: VNeID sponsor filing, Law 118, Decree 221, Decree 327, Decree 324, card mechanics, Apostille timing, and the July 1 launch.

Last updated: June 15, 2026. This page is informational and should be verified against official sources and licensed counsel before filing.

TL;DR — what changed

  • From 1 June 2026, sponsor online filings require verified VNeID Level-2 access.
  • UD1 / SVEC launches operationally on 1 July 2026; the legal effective date and application launch are separate.
  • Law 118 creates UD1/UD2; Decree 221 covers the general SVEC; Decree 327 covers IFC immigration; Decree 324 covers IFC tax treatment.
  • IFC-linked PIT relief is tied to qualifying IFC roles through 31 December 2030, not to the general UD1 card.
  • Vietnam Apostille simplification starts 11 September 2026, so launch-window applicants should still plan for consular legalization.

Vietnam UD1 news questions answered

What changed for UD1 applicants in June 2026?

The key changes are the VNeID Level-2 sponsor filing mandate, a clearer four-instrument legal map, the Decree 327 immigration versus Decree 324 tax split, and the need to plan around Apostille timing before 11 September 2026.

When does UD1 / SVEC launch?

The operational launch window is 1 July 2026. Decree 221 took effect earlier, but applicants should distinguish the legal effective date from the application launch.

Does Decree 327 create the IFC tax benefit?

No. Decree 327 governs IFC immigration and residence-card mechanics. Decree 324 separately governs IFC tax treatment, including PIT relief for qualifying IFC roles through 31 December 2030.

What should applicants do first?

Confirm sponsor VNeID Level-2 readiness, identify the likely legal route, start document legalization planning, and separate immigration review from any tax review.