EB-3 judicial record card No. 2 is the type of judicial record certificate that Vietnamese applicants typically need to prepare for their immigration case, especially when processing through a consulate. Understanding how to obtain it helps you stay ahead on documentation. This article explains judicial record card No. 2 for EB-3 and the process for obtaining it in Vietnam.
EB-3 Judicial Record Card No. 2: Why This Certificate Is Needed
An immigration case requires a certificate confirming the applicant’s judicial record status, used to assess admissibility. In Vietnam, this is the judicial record certificate issued by the competent authority.
There are two types of judicial record certificates in Vietnam, of which card No. 2 usually contains more complete information, suited to the requirements of an immigration case in many circumstances.
The Process for Obtaining It in Vietnam
The applicant submits a request for the judicial record certificate at the competent authority as required by Vietnamese regulations, along with identification documents and information per the prescribed form. The process and processing time follow domestic regulations.
Since this certificate is used for a case abroad, the applicant should also prepare an appropriate translation when submitting it as part of the immigration case. The specific type of certificate required depends on the guidance of the agency handling the case.
Notes on Validity Period and Translation
The judicial record certificate usually has a validity period when used for an immigration case, so timing the request is important to avoid it expiring before submission or the interview.
You should refer to guidance on the civil documents to be collected to know which type of certificate and requirements apply to your case.
Summary
An EB-3 judicial record type 2 (Phiếu Lý Lịch Tư Pháp số 2) is the certificate usually required for immigrant petitions, containing more complete information than type 1. Applicants apply at the competent authority in Vietnam, prepare a translation, and note the validity period. You should check the specific requirements of your case before applying.
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References
- U.S. Department of State — Collecting Civil Documents: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents/step-7-collect-civil-documents.html
- USCIS — Employment-Based Immigration: Third Preference EB-3: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-third-preference-eb-3
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