💍 Marriage & Family – Legal Services
LawPlus: Protecting What Matters Most
Marriage is a deeply emotional journey, but it can also involve complex legal challenges. From marriage registration and divorce to asset division, child custody, and nationality issues — every decision requires precise, compassionate, and lawful guidance. LawPlus offers comprehensive legal services in the field of family and marriage law, helping you safeguard your rights, ensure fairness, and secure the future of your loved ones.
📑 Core Services & Legal Procedures
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Marriage Consultation & Registration (Domestic & Cross-Border)
Legal Basis:
- Law on Marriage & Family 2014
- Law on Civil Status 2014
- Decree 123/2015/NĐ-CP
- Circular 04/2020/TT-BTP
Procedure:
- Prepare documents: ID card/passport, certificate of marital status, household registration
- For foreign elements: consular legalization, confirmation of eligibility to marry
- Submit application at the Commune-level People’s Committee or Department of Justice
- Attend interview (if required), sign the marriage certificate
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Prenuptial Agreements
Legal Basis:
- Civil Code 2015
- Law on Marriage & Family 2014
Procedure:
- Draft agreement defining ownership of assets, debts, and property rights
- Notarize at a certified notary office
- Retain as legal evidence in case of future disputes
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Divorce, Asset Division, Child Custody & Alimony
Legal Basis:
- Law on Marriage & Family 2014
- Civil Procedure Code 2015
- Resolution 02/2000/NQ-HĐTP
Procedure:
- Mutual consent divorce: joint petition with agreement on assets and children
- Unilateral divorce: one party files, proving irreconcilable conflict
- Prepare documents: marriage certificate, child’s birth certificate, asset records
- Court conducts mediation and first-instance trial
- Judgment on divorce, asset division, custody, and support
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Marital Property During Marriage
Legal Basis:
- Law on Marriage & Family 2014
- Civil Code 2015
- Decree 126/2014/NĐ-CP
Procedure:
- Identify joint vs. separate assets and debts
- Request court division during marriage (if needed)
- If agreed: draft written agreement and notarize
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Adoption & Termination of Adoption
Legal Basis:
- Law on Adoption 2010
- Decree 19/2011/NĐ-CP
- Circular 12/2011/TT-BTP
Procedure:
- Submit application at Commune-level People’s Committee or Department of Justice
- Verify eligibility: age, legal capacity, ethics, financial stability
- Receive official recognition of adoption
- Termination: file request with court if adoption is no longer appropriate or violated
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Annulment of Illegal Marriage & Restriction of Parental Rights
Legal Basis:
- Law on Marriage & Family 2014
- Civil Procedure Code 2015
Procedure:
- File petition at District-level People’s Court
- Provide evidence: coercion, fraud, underage marriage, lack of consent
- Court reviews and issues decision to annul or restrict parental rights
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Child Nationality in Cross-Border Marriages
Legal Basis:
- Law on Vietnamese Nationality 2008 (amended 2014)
- Law on Civil Status 2014
- Decree 16/2020/NĐ-CP
Procedure:
- Determine nationality based on bloodline, place of birth, and parents’ citizenship
- Register birth with foreign elements
- Apply for nationality or dual citizenship (if permitted)
🛡️ LawPlus Services
LawPlus offers tailored legal support in:
- Marriage & divorce procedures
- Prenuptial agreements
- Cross-border marriage registration
- Divorce, asset division, custody & alimony
- Marital property & joint debts
- Property division during marriage
- Recognition of mutual divorce agreements
- Custody modification post-divorce
- Adoption procedures
- Termination of adoption
- Annulment of illegal marriage
- Restriction of parental rights or visitation
- Child nationality issues in international families
🌟 Why Choose LawPlus?
| Advantage | Description |
| Compassionate & Confidential | Sensitive to emotional needs, committed to privacy |
| Efficient & Accurate | End-to-end support with paperwork and legal filings |
| Professional Representation | Experienced family law attorneys |
| Personalized Solutions | Tailored strategies based on your unique situation |
📞 Contact LawPlus
Reach us via hotline:
📱 0961 286 660 | 0966 008 030 | 039 3930 522 | 0965 052 039
📧 Email: info@lawplus.vn
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What documents are required to marry a foreign national in Vietnam?
→ Certificate of marital status, passport, legalized documents, and registration at the Department of Justice or local People’s Committee.
Q2: Is a prenuptial agreement legally valid in Vietnam?
→ Yes, if properly drafted, notarized, and compliant with civil and family law.
Q3: Can I file for divorce if my spouse refuses?
→ Yes. You may file a unilateral divorce if you can prove serious conflict or abandonment.
Q4: What’s the difference between mutual and unilateral divorce?
→ Mutual divorce involves joint agreement on separation, assets, and children. Unilateral divorce is initiated by one party without the other’s consent.
Q5: How are divorces with foreign elements handled?
→ File at the Provincial-level People’s Court. Documents must be legalized and comply with international procedure.
Q6: At what age is a child automatically placed with the mother after divorce?
→ Children under 36 months are typically placed with the mother unless she is deemed unfit.
Q7: Which court has jurisdiction over divorce cases?
→ District-level courts for domestic cases; Provincial-level courts for cases involving foreign nationals.
Q8: Can custody arrangements be changed after divorce?
→ Yes. If both parties agree or if one parent proves better conditions, the court may approve the change.
Q9: Can I annul a marriage if I was forced into it?
→ Yes. You may request annulment if there’s evidence of coercion, fraud, or legal violations.
Q10: Is court required to divide marital assets during marriage?
→ Not necessarily. Couples may agree and notarize the division. If disputes arise, court intervention is available.
Q11: Can I request to limit a parent’s visitation rights after divorce?
→ Yes, if visitation harms the child’s development or safety.
Q12: Can I divide joint assets after divorce if it wasn’t done earlier?
→ Yes. You may file a separate claim to divide remaining assets post-divorce.