Australian consular representation in Vietnam
Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City
Find current contact details, passport and notarial services, appointments and consular assistance from the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City.
Appointments: passport and notarial services are available by appointment only. The Consulate-General is closed on published public holidays.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City?
The Australian Consulate-General is located on the 20th floor of Vincom Center at 47 Ly Tu Trong Street in central Ho Chi Minh City.
Building access: visitors should use the office lifts accessible from Ly Tu Trong Street. Security screening is in place at the Consulate-General.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City
The Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City is a professional Australian Government post and forms part of Australia’s diplomatic and consular network in Vietnam.
The Consulate-General provides consular assistance to Australians and delivers Australian passport and notarial services. It also supports Australia’s broader relationship with Vietnam alongside the Australian Embassy in Hanoi.
The Australian Embassy in Hanoi is Australia’s principal diplomatic mission in Vietnam.
Services for Australians
Consular, passport and notarial services
The Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City provides a range of government services for Australian citizens.
Consular assistance
Australians requiring consular assistance in Vietnam can contact the Consulate-General during business hours. Serious and urgent cases outside business hours are supported through Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre.
Australian passports
The Consulate-General accepts Australian passport applications and conducts passport interviews by appointment. Eligible applicants may also be able to renew their passport by mail.
Notarial services
Available services include certifying copies, witnessing signatures, Australian affidavits, apostilles and authentications, and Certificates of No Impediment to Marriage.
Visas and citizenship: visa and citizenship applications are managed by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Consulate-General staff cannot assist with general Australian visa or citizenship enquiries.
Visitor arrangements
Passport and notarial appointments
Passport and notarial services requiring personal attendance are available by appointment from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday to Friday.
Passport appointments
Applicants who are not eligible for a mail-in passport application must lodge in person by appointment. Complete the correct application and prepare your photographs, identification and supporting documents before attending.
Notarial appointments
Notarial appointments are available from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday to Friday. Confirm with the receiving authority exactly which notarial service you require before attending.
Passport applications by mail: eligible adult passport renewals can be lodged by mail. Current instructions also provide mail arrangements for eligible child renewal applications.
Processing time: current official guidance advises allowing a minimum of six weeks to receive a new passport after payment has been taken and a complete application has been received.
Consular coverage
Australian representation in Vietnam
Australia maintains both an Embassy in Hanoi and a Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City to provide diplomatic and consular representation in Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City
The Consulate-General provides consular, passport and notarial services in Ho Chi Minh City and is an important point of contact for Australians in southern Vietnam.
Hanoi
The Australian Embassy in Hanoi is Australia’s principal diplomatic mission in Vietnam and also provides consular, passport and notarial services.
Choosing a location: Australians should use the Australian mission most appropriate to their location and the service required. Check current appointment arrangements before travelling.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Consulate-General
Prepare your documents, arrange the required appointment and allow time for building access and security screening.
Book your appointment
Passport and notarial services are appointment only. Make the appropriate booking before travelling to the Consulate-General.
Use the correct entrance
Access to the Consulate-General is through the office lifts on Ly Tu Trong Street. Visitors with a passport or notarial appointment receive information for lift access.
Prepare for security
Airport-style security screening is in place. Dangerous or harmful objects, including sharp objects and flammable items, are prohibited inside the Consulate-General.
Payments: the Consulate-General accepts card payments only for notarial services. Current notarial fees are payable in Vietnamese Dong.
Lost passport in Vietnam: if your passport is lost or stolen, obtain a Vietnamese police report. Vietnamese immigration authorities may require the police report before issuing a replacement or exit visa.
Emergency assistance: contact the Consulate-General on +84 28 3521 8100 during business hours. For serious and urgent consular assistance outside business hours, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City
Does Australia have a Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes. Australia maintains a professional Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City providing consular, passport and notarial services.
Where is the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City?
The Consulate-General is located on the 20th Floor of Vincom Center, 47 Ly Tu Trong Street, Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate-General?
Call +84 28 3521 8100. For urgent consular assistance outside business hours, contact Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre.
What are the Consulate-General’s opening hours?
The Consulate-General is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, except on published public holidays.
When are passport and notarial services available?
Passport and notarial services are available by appointment from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes. The Consulate-General provides Australian passport services. Applications requiring personal attendance must be lodged by appointment.
Can I renew my Australian passport by mail?
Eligible adult renewal applications can be lodged by mail. Current arrangements also allow eligible child renewal applications to be lodged by mail. Check the published requirements before sending an application.
How long does an Australian passport take in Vietnam?
Current official guidance advises allowing a minimum of six weeks after payment has been taken and a complete passport application has been received.
Does the Consulate-General provide notarial services?
Yes. Services include certifying copies of documents, witnessing signatures, Australian affidavits, apostilles and authentications, and Certificates of No Impediment to Marriage.
Can I pay cash for notarial services?
No. The Consulate-General currently accepts card payments only for notarial services, with applicable fees payable in Vietnamese Dong.
Does the Consulate-General handle Australian visa enquiries?
Visa and citizenship applications are managed by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Consulate-General staff cannot assist with general visa or citizenship enquiries.
What should I do if my Australian passport is lost in Vietnam?
Report the loss to the local Vietnamese police and obtain a police report. If you need an emergency passport, contact the Consulate-General. Vietnamese immigration authorities may also require the police report before issuing a replacement or exit visa.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the Consulate-General on +84 28 3521 8100 during business hours. For serious and urgent assistance outside business hours, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.