First NA election: January 6, 1946

This was the first time in Vietnam’s history that “anyone wishing to take part in national affairs had the right to stand as a candidate, and every citizen had the right to vote.” January 6, 1946 marked the opening of the constitutional history of an independent Vietnam.

Despite the difficulties facing a country that had just gained independence, the first nationwide general election in Vietnam’s history was successfully held across the country, with 89% voter turnout. A total of 333 deputies representing regions, social strata, classes, ethnic groups and religions nationwide were elected to the first legislature.

Second NA election: May 8, 1960

The first NA operated for more than 14 years, during the resistance war against France and the period of the country’s temporary division, before the election of the 2nd NA took place.

On May 8, 1960, about 8.2 million voters in northern Vietnam cast ballots at 22,530 polling stations across the region. Voter turnout reached 97.52%. A total of 453 deputies were included in the 2nd NA, including 362 newly elected deputies, while others from the 1st NA continued their mandates following a decision to extend their tenure.

Third NA election: April 26, 1964

The 3rd NA was organized under the 1960 Constitution. It served during a period when northern Vietnam focused on building socialism while southern Vietnam intensified the struggle for liberation.

The election took place on April 26, 1964 across northern Vietnam. More than 8.58 million voters cast ballots. The 3rd NA comprised 453 deputies, including 366 newly elected deputies and 87 representatives from southern Vietnam who continued their mandates.

Fourth NA election: April 11, 1971

The election of the 4th NA was held on April 11, 1971, with voter turnout reaching 98.88%. Voters elected 420 deputies from a total of 529 candidates.

The 4th National Assembly (1971-1975) operated during the period of resistance against the United States and continued efforts to build socialism. It also focused on restoring the economy, healing the wounds of war and preparing for a new stage of national development.

Fifth NA election: April 6, 1975

The 5th NA had the shortest tenure, from April 1975 to April 1976, because its term was shortened to organize a nationwide general election for a unified National Assembly following national reunification.

The election took place on April 6, 1975, resulting in 424 deputies elected from 527 candidates.

Sixth NA Election : April 25, 1976

April 25, 1976 marked a historic moment when the country moved, after 30 years of struggle for peace and reunification, into a new period of building an independent, democratic and prosperous Vietnam. The event also marked a decisive step in unifying the country in terms of state institutions.

More than 23 million voters cast ballots in the nationwide general election of the unified Socialist Republic of Vietnam, electing 492 deputies to the 6th NA. Since 1976, elections have been held on a five-year cycle, showing the stability of Vietnam’s political and social conditions.

Seventh NA election: April 26, 1981

The 7th NA was organized and operated under the 1980 Constitution and served during the early stage of the country’s renewal process.

The election was held on April 26, 1981, with voter turnout reaching 97.96%. A total of 496 deputies were elected from 614 candidates.

Eighth NA election: April 19, 1987

The 8th NA was elected and operated during a turning point in the country’s development and played an important role in advancing the Doi Moi (Renewal) process.

The nationwide election was held on April 19, 1987, with voter turnout reaching 98.75%. A total of 496 deputies were elected from 828 candidates.

Ninth NA election: July 19, 1992

The election took place on July 19, 1992, with about 37.2 million voters casting ballots nationwide, reaching 99.12% turnout. A total of 395 deputies were elected from 601 candidates.

The 9th NA was organized under the 1992 Constitution. Its activities helped ensure major achievements in the country’s renewal process and opened a new period of development.

Tenth NA election: July 20, 1997

The 10th legislature served during a period of accelerating industrialization and modernization.

On July 20, 1997, about 43.4 million voters cast ballots, reaching 99.59% turnout, electing 450 deputies to the 10th NA

Eleventh NA election: May 19, 2002

The 11th NA operated during a period of continued industrialization and modernization toward the goal of a prosperous people, a strong country and a democratic, equitable and civilized society.

The election took place on May 19, 2002, with about 50 million voters casting ballots nationwide, reaching 99.73% turnout and electing 498 deputies.

Twelfth NA election : May 20, 2007

The 12th NA consisted of 493 deputies, elected on May 20, 2007. On election day, about 56 million voters cast ballots nationwide, with turnout reaching 99.64%.

The 12th NA saw renewed efforts in lawmaking, supervision and decisions on important national issues, while contributing to raising the country’s position in the international arena.

Thirteenth NA election: May 22, 2011

This was the first time Vietnam organized elections for the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels on the same day.

The reform aimed to facilitate the arrangement of officials at different levels, save time and resources, and link institutional organization with the implementation of the five-year socio-economic development plan.

The election for the 13th NA and People’s Councils for the 2011-2016 term took place on May 22, 2011, with voter turnout hitting 99.51%, electing 500 deputies.

Fortieth NA election : May 22, 2016

On May 22, 2016, about 67 million voters cast ballots nationwide to elect deputies to the 14th NA and members of People’s Councils for the 2016-2021 term. Voter turnout reached 99.35%, and 494 deputies were elected.

The 14th legislature was considered a dynamic term with many achievements and institutional innovations.

Fifteenth NA election: May 23, 2021

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the election of deputies to the 15th NA and members of People’s Councils for the 2021-2026 term was successfully held, with voter turnout reaching 99.60%.

On May 23, 2021, about 69 million voters cast ballots to elect 499 deputies to the 15th NA.

NEC Office leader calls for full readiness ahead of Election Day

With only days remaining before the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 tenure, Chairman of the NA Office and Chief of the National Election Council (NEC) Office Le Quang Manh has called for thorough reviews, strict coordination.

Political system readies for nationwide election day

VOV.VN - The entire political system is focusing at the highest level in preparation for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, scheduled for March 15, 2026.