Applying for a Business Visa for Foreigners in Vietnam

Vietnam is a developing country with favorable geographical location, climate, and resources. This is why Vietnam is increasingly attracting attention from countries around the world. In particular, international business activities are growing, making it essential for foreigners to obtain a Vietnamese visa. This article, from a reputable visa service, will guide you on how to apply for a business visa for foreigners.

1. What is a Business Visa?

What is a business visa? Or what is a DN visa? These are frequently asked questions about Vietnamese business visas (code DN). This type of visa is granted to foreigners entering Vietnam to work with businesses.

In this case, the foreigner will be a partner of a Vietnamese business. The main purpose of holding a business visa is to come to Vietnam to exchange information, sign contracts, cooperate in development, and discuss strategies. That's why the business visa is called DN (business visa). This visa is also used to distinguish it from other foreign workers working in Vietnam.

A Vietnamese business visa is valid for no more than 12 months, and you can extend it if you wish to continue staying in Vietnam.
 

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2. Eligibility for a Business Visa

Eligible individuals for a Vietnamese business visa (valid for no more than 1 year) include the following:

✓ Foreign investors.
✓ Heads of representative offices of non-governmental organizations.
✓ Foreign workers with work permits.
✓ Lawyers licensed to practice by the Vietnamese Ministry of Justice.

Conditions for Applying for a Vietnamese Business Visa

The Immigration Department stipulates that foreign applicants wishing to apply for a Vietnamese business visa must meet the following conditions.

• You must be a business partner in Vietnam (an individual or entity with Vietnamese or foreign legal status).
• Your visa application must include: Full name, date of birth, place of birth; Passport and passport validity; Date of entry; Duration of stay.
• Your partner in Vietnam must have completed the necessary procedures at the Vietnam Immigration Department and agree to your entry.
• After receiving approval from the Immigration Department, you will be issued an entry permit and proceed with the visa application process.

*Note: For business visas, foreigners are only permitted to obtain visas at the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in their country of residence. Therefore, before entering Vietnam, applicants must request the inviting business or individual to apply for an entry permit at the Vietnam Immigration Department.

3.Procedures for Applying for a Business Visa for Foreigners

3.1. Documents for Applying for a Vietnamese Business Visa

To prepare the documents for applying for a business visa, you need to declare your business information to the immigration authorities:

• Business license of the sponsoring enterprise/organization: Business registration certificate, investment license, operating license of branch, representative office, etc.
• Certificate or notification of the use of the seal of the enterprise/organization.
• Letter of introduction with signature and seal of the authorized person at the sponsoring enterprise/organization for the foreign worker.

3.2 How to fill out the Vietnamese visa application form:

• Sections (1), (3), (5) fill in the name of the agency/organization and related information.
• Section (2) Fill in the Immigration Department or Immigration Management Division – Provincial/City Police Department.
• Section (4) Clearly state the license or decision of the competent authority regarding the establishment of the organization and attach a certified copy.

The accompanying documents for applying for a DN (business) visa for foreign nationals include:

• Original passport of the foreign national, valid according to regulations.
• Application form for a Vietnam visa, extension of temporary residence.
• Entry permit approved by the Vietnam Immigration Department allowing the foreign national to enter and receive a visa.
• Work permit for cases where the foreign national is required to obtain a work permit. If the foreign national is exempt from a work permit, a work permit exemption certificate must be provided.
• Round-trip flight booking to Vietnam.
• Booking hotels/guesthouses/rooms in Vietnam.

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3. 2. Business Visa Application Process for Foreigners

Understanding "What is a business visa?", let's begin this visa application process through the steps below:

Step 1: The Vietnamese business and its foreign partner exchange information regarding the foreigner's entry into Vietnam.

Step 2: The Vietnamese business carries out the procedures for inviting and sponsoring the foreigner's entry into Vietnam. This includes the following two steps:

• Declaring business information to the immigration authorities.
• Submitting an application for the foreigner's entry into Vietnam to the Immigration Department.

Step 3: The business visa application for the foreign national is received at the Immigration Department. If the application is approved, an entry permit will be sent to the business. If it is not approved, a written response will be provided stating the reasons.

Step 4: The Vietnamese business sends the entry permit to the foreign national. Simultaneously, they verify the information so the foreign national can apply for a visa at the international airport or diplomatic mission.

4. Business Visa Services for Foreigners

Vietnam is a developing economy, which is why it is increasingly attracting foreign businesses to cooperate, invest, and develop. However, to enter Vietnam, foreigners need to possess a business visa. Many have encountered numerous difficulties and inconveniences in completing the visa application procedures. But now, you can rest assured because Faro Vietnam will be your reliable partner.

Faro Vietnam has over 12 years of experience in providing Vietnam visa services for foreigners. When you register for this service, Faro Vietnam will help you complete your visa application quickly with the simplest procedures. Please contact us via hotline:+ 84 24 3974 3091 for advice and answers to your questions.

The above is information about "Applying for a business visa for foreigners". We hope this information is helpful to you. Finally, Faro Vietnam wishes you a smooth and convenient business visa application process for Vietnam.

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