Business Visa (DN) for India citizens
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Overview
For commercial activity sponsored by a Vietnamese company — meetings, negotiations, oversight — typically up to 90 days. The e-visa costs $25 single / $50 multiple entry. It is not a substitute for a work permit: taking a salaried role in Vietnam requires the work permit + LD visa route.
Requirements
| Minimum annual income | No requirement |
| Minimum savings | No requirement |
| Job offer required | Yes |
| Degree required | No |
| Family can join | No |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 2–5 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $50. Difficulty: 2/5.
Documents you'll need
- Choose e-visa or sponsored DN1
- Sponsorship letter from the Vietnamese company
- Apply on evisa.gov.vn
- Travel & extensions
- Know the work-permit line
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