HOW TO REGISTER FOR SOCIAL HOUSING: A COMPLETE A-TO-Z GUIDE

Amid soaring real estate prices, the dream of owning a home becomes out of reach for many middle and low-income earners. However, social housing - a practical welfare policy from the Government, is opening up opportunities for millions of Vietnamese citizens to settle down. In 2025, the registration procedures for buying social housing have become more streamlined, transparent and easier than ever. If youre wondering where and how to register for social housing and what to prepare, this article is your hands-on guide.

Key regulations for social housing registration in 2025

According to the revised Housing Law effective from January 1, 2025, social housing refers to housing built by the State or enterprises for sale, lease or lease-purchase for eligible policy groups.

Below are the key points you need to know about social housing registration, based on the Housing Law 2023 and issued decrees and circulars:

Eligibility conditions for social housing purchase in 2025

To buy or lease-purchase social housing, eligible applicants must meet the following conditions:

1. Housing Condition:

• Must not own a home in the locality where the social housing project is developed.

• Must not have previously bought, rented or lease-purchased social housing.

• Must not have received any form of housing support in the same locality.

• If already owning a house, the average area per person must be under 15m².

2. Residency Condition:

• Must have permanent or long-term temporary residence in the locality where the project is located.

3. Income Condition:

• For low-income earners in urban areas: income must not exceed the average income threshold set by law.

Eligible groups for social housing in 2025

According to Article 76 of the Housing Law 2023, the following groups qualify:

• People with meritorious service to the revolution and eligible relatives

• Poor and near-poor households in rural areas

• Poor and near-poor households in rural areas affected by climate change or natural disasters

• Poor and near-poor households in urban areas

• Low-income earners in urban areas

• Industrial zone workers

• Government officials, public servants

• Armed forces personnel and public security forces

• Students in universities, colleges and vocational schools

• Families subject to land reclamation, house demolition

Step-by-Step guide to registering for social housing

Step 1: Prepare the application

• Application form (Form No. 01, Appendix II, Decree 100/2024/ND-CP)

• National ID, household registration book or KT3 temporary residence certificate

• Certificate of not owning a home or owning a substandard house

• Income certificate issued by the workplace or local authority

Step 2: Submit the application

• Submit at the Department of Construction of HCMC or Hanoi

• Or directly at ongoing project locations

Step 3: Review and evaluation

• The Department of Construction evaluates applications using a point-based system (family background, income, job duration...)

• Accepted applicants are listed publicly on the official portal

Step 4: Sign the purchase contract

• Sign the sale/lease-purchase contract with the developer

• Make payments according to the progress schedule

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Specialized services:

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  • Buyers seeking loan approval

  • Developers needing product valuation

  • Individuals transferring ownership who need financial reporting

• Our detailed, transparent reports are accepted by over 85% of banks and financial institutions in Vietnam.

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Conclusion

As the demand for social housing continues to rise, choosing a reputable, specialized appraisal provider plays a key role in ensuring transparency, accuracy and legal compliance for individuals and related organizations. With a solid reputation, years of experience and a team of top-tier experts, SunValue is your reliable partner for fast, professional and effective social housing appraisal services.