VNeID

VNeID, or Vietnam Electronic Identification (Vietnamese: Định danh điện tử), is the official digital identity platform and "super app" from Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security. It's a key part of Vietnam's digital transformation plan to create a digital government, digital economy, and digital society by 2030. The platform uses a central national database for identity, population, and authentication, providing a unified digital ID for everyone in the country. The main purpose of VNeID is to let users securely store and verify electronic documents, reducing the need for physical paper documents. It aims to be the single point for all online and offline administrative procedures, making interactions more efficient and convenient by cutting down on bureaucratic hurdles and in-person interactions. VNeID's rollout has been gradual. Initially for Vietnamese citizens, it expanded its features and user base, notably extending services to foreigners residing in Vietnam (including expatriates and long-term residents) starting July 1, 2025. This phased approach allows the government to test and refine the system, ensuring successful integration and modernization of public services for all residents.