🇻🇳 Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card
Also known as: Vietnam work permit, TRC
Last verified: August 31, 2026
What is the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card?
Employer-sponsored work permit followed by a Temporary Residence Card (LĐ, up to 2 years). Under Decree 219/2025 an expert needs a degree plus 3 years' relevant experience, or 5 years plus a professional certificate. Indian documents need full consular legalisation (Vietnam is not in the Apostille Convention). Short assignments under 90 working days per year are now work-permit-exempt.
Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $250 |
| Processing time | 6–14 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | No fixed threshold on record |
| Minimum savings | No fixed threshold on record |
| Job offer | Required |
| Degree | Required |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians.
Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $250 | 6–14 weeks | — | — |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card
- Job offer & foreign-labour demand approval
- Confirm you qualify as an expert
- Consular legalisation of Indian documents
- Police clearance certificate
- Health certificate
- Employer files the work permit application
- Enter on an LD visa
- Apply for the Temporary Residence Card
This list is the checklist for Indians. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- What are the requirements for the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card?
- The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Vietnam; a relevant degree. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card cost?
- The government fee is about $250 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card processing time?
- Typical processing takes 6–14 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- Do I need a job offer for the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Vietnam is required before applying.
- Can family members join on the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card?
- Yes. Accompanying family members are allowed, with additional documentation.
- Does the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card lead to permanent residency?
- No. On its own it does not lead to permanent residency.
- Is the Vietnam work permit the same as the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card?
- Yes. Vietnam work permit and TRC are other names people use for the Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card.
Vietnam Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card guides by nationality
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source: vietnam.gov.vn. This guide is general information, not legal advice.