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Last Update: Thursday December 25, 2025
Vietnam’s strong economic growth continues to attract global investors, business travelers, and professionals seeking new market opportunities. Whether you are attending meetings, negotiating contracts, or establishing a commercial presence, a Vietnam business visa 2025 is essential. This comprehensive guide explains everything you need to know about the Vietnam DN1 visa, Vietnam DN2 visa, business visa requirements, sponsor company obligations, and the full business visa application process.
A Vietnam business visa (DN) allows foreign citizens to enter Vietnam for legitimate commercial activities such as:
Attending business meetings
Exploring investment opportunities
Conducting market surveys
Setting up a commercial presence
Collaborating with Vietnamese partners
A business visa does not permit paid employment unless you obtain a work permit.
Under the amended Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence:
Issued to foreigners working with Vietnamese businesses or organizations operating under Vietnamese law.
Issued to foreigners entering Vietnam to provide services, establish a commercial presence, or engage in international business activities.
Both visa types require a legitimate Vietnamese sponsor company.
A Vietnam business visa 2025 can be issued for up to 12 months, depending on the purpose and company sponsorship.
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Law No. 47/2014/QH13
Law 51/2019/QH14
Law 23/2023/QH15
Circular 25/2021/TT-BTC
Circular 22/2023/TT-BCA
Applying for a Vietnam business visa 2025 requires meeting several legal and procedural conditions.
Applicants must:
Hold a valid passport
Have a Vietnam sponsor company
Not fall under restricted entry categories
Provide documents proving business purpose (invitation letter, agreements, etc.)
Based on Decision 6968/QĐ-BCA:
Form NA5 (visa application or extension form)
4×6 cm photo taken within 6 months
Valid passport
Certified copy of sponsor company’s Business Registration Certificate
Introduction letter with company seal and authorized signature
These documents apply to both the Vietnam DN1 visa and Vietnam DN2 visa.
Ensure accuracy and completeness to avoid delays.
You may submit:
At the Provincial Immigration Management Office.
Via the National Public Service Portal or the Ministry of Public Security Portal
Supplemental documents can be submitted by postal service if requested.
Complete applications receive an appointment slip and fee instructions
Incomplete applications require corrections
Rejected applications receive official notification explaining the reasons
You can receive the result:
In person at the Immigration Office
Via postal service (if selected during online submission)
A business visa application is processed within 5-7 working days from receipt of a complete dossier
(It will be depend on the government and nationality of each cases)
A Vietnamese business must meet strict requirements to sponsor a foreigner:
Must be legally registered and operating in Vietnam
Must have authority to sponsor foreign nationals
Must provide complete business documentation
Must comply with immigration and labor regulations
These Vietnam sponsor company requirements are regulated under Decree 152/2020/ND-CP.
Includes:
Form NA5
Original passport
Temporary residence confirmation (online or at local police)
Certified business documents (Business License, Investment Certificate, etc.)
At the Immigration Department or Provincial Immigration Office.
Processing time: 5 working days after submission.
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