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Q: What do I need to bring to register the birth of my child?
A: Information regarding register the birth of your child is available at our website:  http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/report_of_birth_abroad.html

Q: My spouse and I are U.S. citizens, we have a child born in Vietnam. Do we have to get a Vietnamese birth certificate for him since our child will be a US citizen?
A: Yes, you need to get a Vietnamese birth certificate. To obtain this document you must contact your provincial justice office.

Q: Since my child will be registered as a US citizen, do I still have to register with the Vietnamese justice office?
A: Yes, you have to register the birth with the Vietnamese office. You need a Vietnamese birth certificate in order to apply for a US citizenship.