VISA APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR FOREIGNERS IN VIETNAM

1. Visa categories and Visa duration:

Visa Categories	Description	Visa Duration
LD	Visa for an expatriate who will work (Expatriate enters to work with Vietnamese parties/companies)	Up to 12 months
DH	Visa for an expatriate who will study or for an internship	Up to 12 months

2. Legal documents:

The regulations governing immigration and residency for expatriates in Vietnam are provided in the following legal documents:
Law No. 47/2014/QH13 on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Expatriates in Vietnam ("Immigration Law"); and
Circular No. 04/2015/TT/BCA of the Ministry of Public Security ("MPS") dated January 5, 2015, providing the forms on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Expatriates in Vietnam.

3. Required Documents:

Application form (N5) for issuance, replacement, modification or stay extension to be completed by temporary resident foreigner in Vietnam
Original passport with the validity above 6 months
Original residence record
Work permit or Admission letter
1 Photo 4 x 6 cm with white background, no glasses, business attire
Other documents (if required)

4. Processing time:

The processing time is 07 working days after the valid dossiers are submitted. In case of unexpected event, more time may be needed.