Vietnam visa types
Explore Vietnam visa categories — work, study, family, visit, and more. Compare options, check requirements, and find the right visa for your situation.
15 visa types across 7 categories
Vietnam visa types each have different requirements, timelines, and eligibility rules. Browse by category to find the right option, with processing times and links to official Vietnam sources.
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Work visas
A Vietnam work visa allows you to work legally in Vietnam when you have proper authorization.
A Vietnam work permit allows you to work legally for an employer in Vietnam. The Immigration Department of Vietnam (Cục Quản lý xuất nhập cảnh) manages the.
Study visas
The Vietnam student visa uses the DH symbol and permits study at an approved institution in Vietnam.
Family visas
This visa allows you to enter Vietnam to stay with your family member under a legally recognized dependent status.
The PV1 visa allows you to join your foreign spouse who lives or plans to live in Vietnam.
The PV2 visa allows a child to apply electronically as a dependent of a foreign worker in Vietnam.
Visit & tourism
Vietnam allows eligible travelers to enter without applying for a visa in advance.
Vietnam’s e‑Visa lets you apply online for permission to enter the country. The Immigration Department of Vietnam manages the system and reviews each.
Vietnam issues a tourist visa for foreigners who are outside the country and plan short-term visits.
Vietnam visa on arrival means you get your visa at the airport after securing a pre‑approved letter.
Residency & green cards
The TRC allows you to remain in Vietnam long term without renewing a visa. It’s issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam and stays valid from 1 to 5.
Vietnam permanent residence allows you to live in Vietnam long term through a Permanent Residence Card issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam (Cục.
Other
The Vietnam business visa lets you enter Vietnam for defined commercial purposes with sponsorship from a Vietnamese entity.
The Investor Visa (DT symbol) allows you to enter Vietnam for investment purposes.
The Vietnam VR visa is based on an online application you submit directly to the national immigration authority.
Tips for choosing a visa type
- Match your purpose of travel to the right visa category before comparing options.
- Check official processing times — they vary by visa type and location.
- Review required documents early; some visas need employer or school sponsorship.
- Understand the difference between nonimmigrant (temporary) and immigrant (permanent) visas.
- Use official government sources to verify eligibility — VisaMind provides guidance, not legal advice.
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