Vietnam DT3 Visa Program

The Vietnam DT3 Visa is an Investment Visa, this option is designed for foreign investors and entrepreneurs who wish to settle down and conduct business in Vietnam, by investing at least USD$150,000 in setting up a new company or acquiring an existing entity. Applicants may enjoy a work permit exemption and receive a temporary residence card for up to 2 years on a renewable basis. Spouse and children under 18 can be included.

Vietnam DT3 Visa Program Benefits

Residency and Family Inclusion

  • Work permit exemption.
  • Temporary Residence Card up to 2 years (renewable)

Dependents included:

  • Spouse.
  • Children under 18 years old.

Travel and Quality of Life

Right to live, work, study in Vietnam.

Ease of Access

  • No education and language requirement.
  • No specific requirements on source of funds.
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Vietnam DT3 Visa Program Requirements

  • Incorporate a legal entity in Vietnam or take over an existing legal entity in the city where the investor plans to settle.
  • Obtain Investment Registration Certificate (IRC).
  • Obtain Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC).
  • Certain conditional business activities are subject to specific operation license.

Vietnam Residency Investment Visa Options

Direct Investment

  • Make a direct investment of at least USD 150,000
  • Certain conditional business lines are subject to specific minimum investment requirements

Vietnam DT3 Visa Program Process

Processing time 4-6 Months

Due Diligence And Application

Submit the complete application forms and required documents

Approval And Investment

  • Obtain IRC and ERC
  • Conduct post-licensing procedures

Residency

  • The Consulate of Vietnam of the applicant’s country of residence will grant successful applicant and dependents with a business visa allowing the landing in Vietnam
  • Competent authorities will issue both the work permit exemption and Temporary Resident Card

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Vietnam DT3 Foreign Investor Visa program is offered to foreign investors planning to implement investment projects in Vietnam.

Foreign investors can establish a new legal entity or acquire an existing company in Vietnam under the DT3 Investor Visa.

A minimum investment of VND 3 billion (approximately USD 150,000) is required to apply for the Vietnam DT3 Investor Visa.

Work permit exemptions are available for DT3 Investor Visa holders for up to 2 years.

Holders of the DT3 Investor Visa can apply for a Temporary Residence Card if they have a work permit exemption.

DT3 Visa holders can apply for a Temporary Residence Card, which has the same validity as the work permit exemption.

Applicants from WTO member countries are eligible for the DT3 Investor Visa program.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old to qualify for the Vietnam DT3 Investor Visa.

There are no medical requirements for the DT3 Investor Visa.

No language proficiency is required for the DT3 Investor Visa, making it accessible for those not familiar with Vietnamese.

A Vietnamese Residence Card does not permit visa-free travel within ASEAN countries.

Legal spouses and children under 18 of DT3 Visa holders can also benefit from the program.

All required licenses and certificates must be obtained before starting the investment project under the DT3 program.

Qualifying for the Vietnam DT3 Investor Visa requires setting up a business, a minimum investment of USD $150,000, and obtaining both an Investment Registration and an Enterprise Registration Certificate.