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Vietnam's Economic Residency

The Investor Visa program enables foreign investors to obtain residency rights through qualified investments in Vietnam.

MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT

Power your business growth in Vietnam's dynamic economy with strategic investment options and Southeast Asian market access

Vietnam
Mobility Asset Index Score
62.05%
Mobility Asset Type
Economic Residency
Official Name
Investor Visa (DT Visa)
Launched in:
2019
Online Submission:
No
Residency Privileges
(in months)
3
Adjudication Time
(in months)
6
Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)
183
In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)
3

Overview

A three-year residency program for investors in Vietnam's dynamic market

Eligibility Requirements

Substantial investment capacity and business experience

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

3 year visa

Months to Visa

6 months

Physical Presence Requirement

Must live in the country for at least 183 days per year

Availability

In-person application

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

Overview

Apply through Ministry of Planning and Investment + Submit documentation at Vietnamese embassy

Overview

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Document Preparation

We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.

Application Submission

Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.

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FAQ's

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benefits

Access to one of Asia's fastest-growing economies with young, skilled workforce

Flexible investment options from government bonds to business ventures

Multiple entry privileges with ability to include family members

Path to Citizenship after 5 years living in the country

Cheap investment options (compared to other Residence by Investment Programs)

Fast Processing Time

Visa-Free Travel Countries

49

Passport Validity

10 years

Overview

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FAQ's

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REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for Vietnam - Economic Residency

Check if you qualify based on your family history

Direct Ancestral Connection

Not applicable

Documentation

Proof of investment: supporting documents of the investment made in any of the eligible investment types

Unbroken Chain of Citizenship

Not applicable

Legal Compliance

Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required

REQUIREMENTS

PROCESS

Economic Residency Process

#1

Initial Assessment

• Verify investment capacity

• Review investment options

• Complete preliminary eligibility check

#2

Investment Selection

• Choose qualifying investment type

• Perform due diligence on investment options

• Engage legal/financial advisors

#3

Application Preparation

• Gather source of funds documentation

• Prepare investment documentation

• Complete background verification

• Obtain required certifications

#4

Investment Execution

• Make qualifying investment

• Obtain investment verification

• Complete any required registrations

#5

Submission & Approval

• Submit residency application

• Complete biometrics (if required)

• Receive residency card/approval

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PROCESS

Timeline for Vietnam - Economic Residency

DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for Vietnam - Economic Residency

Important Notes
• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable
Personal Identification Documents
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Passport+Biometrics

Vital Records Documents
Birth, marriage, and death certificates from applicant and ancestors

Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)

Proof of Residence Documents
Evidence of current residence status

Not applicable

Criminal Clearance Documents
Background check documentation

Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant

Financial Documents
Proof of payment and financial requirements

Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).

DOCUMENTS

Costs Associated with Vietnam - Economic Residency

Pre-Application Costs
Essential document preparation and verification costs

Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences

Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization

Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services

Government Application Fees
Official fees charged by government authorities

Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees

$150

Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing

Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing

Post-Submission Costs
Costs after submitting your application

Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates

Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)

Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests

Professional Services
Optional external support services

Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees

Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services

Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services

Post-Acceptance Costs
Costs after approval

Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates

Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees

Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees

Rankings

GlobalPassport™ Mobility Asset Index

117

Overall Rank

Cost

Based on application fee

Residency Requirements

Based on residency requirements

Residency Privileges Length

Based on programs’s term

Processing Speed

Based on estimated processing time

Eligibility Requirements

Based on entry requirements

Program Stability

Based on years of activity

Time to Permanent Residency

Based on permanent residency timeline

Rankings

Global Rankings/ Comparisions

Safety

Vietnam

41

Cost of Living

Vietnam

113

Quality of Life

Vietnam

38

Healthcare Quality

Vietnam

93

Internet Speed

Vietnam

35

Human Freedom

Vietnam

132

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