The National Visa Center (NVC) has outlined the requirements for our client, Khoa Phan, to transfer their immigration petition from a foreign country to the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. To proceed, the client must submit an inquiry through the U.S. Embassy’s online form and provide specific documents and information to justify the transfer. Truong Law Firm, PLLC, can assist in preparing and reviewing these documents to ensure accuracy and compliance, increasing the likelihood of a successful transfer. The checklist below details the required items to help your client prepare for submission, applicable to transfers from any country.

Checklist for Submission

To transfer your petition, please gather and submit the following items via the U.S. Embassy’s Immigrant Visa Inquiry Form at https://vn.usembassy.gov/immigrant-visa-inquiry-form. Documents do not need to be notarized unless specified.

1. 1. Written Justification Letter
      • Write a letter in English explaining:
        a. Why the petition was originally processed in the foreign country (e.g., residency, employment, or study in that country).
        b. Why you decided to return to Vietnam instead of completing the process in that country (e.g., personal, family, or professional reasons).
        c. Any additional details that support your transfer request (e.g., ties to Vietnam, changed circumstances).
      • Include your full name, signature, and date.
      • Truong Law Firm can draft or review this letter to ensure clarity and persuasiveness.
   2. Official Date of Departure from the Foreign Country
      • Provide the exact date you left the foreign country and returned to Vietnam (e.g., flight itinerary, passport stamps, or travel documents).
      • Include a brief statement confirming this date in your submission.
   3. Scanned Copies of All Passport Pages
      • Submit clear, legible scans of every page of your current and previous passports, including blank pages and covers.
      • Ensure scans are in color and high resolution to avoid delays.
   4. Proof of Residency in Vietnam
      • Provide one of the following:
        a. Residence Certification (Giấy Xác Nhận Cư Trú): Obtain from the local police station where you reside in Vietnam.
        b. Job Verification (Giấy Xác Nhận Việc Làm): Obtain from your employer in Vietnam, confirming your employment status.
      • Include an English translation of the document (Truong Law Firm can assist with translations to ensure accuracy).
   5. Contact Information in Vietnam
      • Provide:
        a. Full mailing address in Vietnamese (do not translate to English).
        b. Email address(es).
        c. Phone number(s) (Vietnamese mobile numbers start with “0” or “+84” and include 10 digits; landline numbers start with the regional code).
      • Ensure all contact details are current and accurate for NVC correspondence.

How Truong Law Firm, PLLC Can Assist

Truong Law Firm, PLLC, offers expert legal support to ensure your petition transfer is handled efficiently:

• Document Preparation: We draft and review your justification letter and ensure all documents meet NVC requirements.
• Translation Services: We provide accurate English translations of Vietnamese documents, such as residence or job verification.
• Submission Guidance: We assist with organizing and uploading documents to the NVC portal, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Follow-Up Support: We monitor your inquiry status and communicate with the NVC or U.S. Consulate on your behalf if needed.
• Personalized Advice: We evaluate your case to address any potential issues and strengthen your transfer request.