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Work Visa & Permit (LD2)

The LD2 visa is issued to foreigners requiring a work permit to work in Vietnam. Foreign nationals working over 3 months must obtain a work permit from the Ministry of Labor (MoLISA). Employers must apply for approval 30 days before the worker starts. Work permits are valid up to 2 years with one renewal allowed—after that, a fresh application is required. Eligible worker categories include managers, executives, experts (bachelor's degree + 3 years experience), and technicians (5+ years experience). Most foreign documents require notarization and consular legalization. BOI-promoted companies get faster processing.

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Processing Time

Demand approval: 15 days, Work permit: 5 days, Total: ~20 working days

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Cost

Visa: $25-135 + Work permit: VND 3.6-4.1 million (~$145-165)

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Duration

Up to 2 years

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Work Rights

Full employment rights with valid work permit

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Renewability

One renewal allowed, then fresh application required

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Job offer from Vietnamese company
  • 2Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience (experts) or 5+ years experience (technicians)
  • 3Clean criminal record from Vietnam and abroad
  • 4Medical certificate meeting Vietnam health requirements
  • 5Employer approval from MoLISA
  • 6Notarized and legalized foreign documents

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