Overview

Foreign investors (and family members) who incorporate Vietnam companies are eligible to apply for a long-term visa to stay in Vietnam to manage the business.

The popular final outcome is a Temporary Resident Card (TRC). With a valid TRC, the foreign investor can stay in Vietnam for, normally, 2 years, with multiple entries permitted.

What are your visa options?

Types of visa/TRCRequirementsMaximum visa/TRC TermGovernment Fee
DN VisaHaving a sponsor Vietnam company3 months$25 - $50
DT4 VisaInvesting less than 3 billions VND in a Vietnam company12 months$135
LD2 TRC
  • Investing less than 3 billions VND in a Vietnam company, and
  • Having a work permit
  • 2 years$145
    DT3 TRCInvesting from 3 to 50 billions VND in a Vietnam company3 years$155
    DT2 TRCInvesting from 50 to 100 billions VND in a Vietnam company5 years$155
    DT1 TRC
  • Investing from 100 billions VND in a Vietnam company, or
  • Investing in incentive investment sectors or incentive locations
  • 10 years$165
    TT TRCBeing a legally married spouse and/or children under 18 years old of the visa holder3 years$155

    Process and Fees

    Total time to get the TRC: 1,5 – 3 months.

    Incorporating

    (1 month)

    Establish a Vietnam company as the visa sponsor company. Learn more

    $1.200

    Invitation Letter

    (7 working days)

    The sponsor company invites the investor entering Vietnam via an Entry Invitation Letter. Learn more

    contact
    (per application)

    Enter Vietnam

    (pick up the visa upon arrival)

    The investor shows the invitation letter to get a 03-month business visa at Vietnam airport customs

    $50
    (government fee)

    Work Permit

    (30 working days)

    Required only if the investor invested less than 3 billion VND in a VN company . Learn more

    $400
    (per application)

    TRC

    (7 working days)

    The company applies for a TRC for the investor

    $500
    (per application)

    Why Nova Law

    #1. Professional Guidance

    Nova Law is a licensed law company. Our experienced lawyers have extensive in-depth knowledge and practical experience, that allows us to help you set up your company with great efficiency and ease.

    #2. We Care

    From start to finish, we dedicate our energy and genuine care to providing the best possible results. Given that Ethics and Integrity are important to us, we do the right things, even when it’s not easy.

    #3. Fixed Fee

    Where most firms charge by time, at Nova Law, you’ll know our fee before we begin work. No estimates. No ranges. No hourly rates.

    Nova Law
    Nova Law

    #1. Professional Guidance

    Nova Law is a licensed law company. Our experienced lawyers have extensive in-depth knowledge and practical experience, that allows us to help you set up your company with great efficiency and ease.

    #2. We Care

    From start to finish, we dedicate our energy and genuine care to providing the best possible results. Given that Ethics and Integrity are important to us, we do the right things, even when it’s not easy.

    #3. Fixed Fee

    Where most firms charge by time, at Nova Law, you’ll know our fee before we begin work. No estimates. No ranges. No hourly rates.

    Q&A

    From start to finish, we dedicate our energy and genuine care to providing the best possible results. Given that Ethics and Integrity are important to us, we do the right things, even when it’s not easy.