Guides & resources
Plain-English guides to Vietnam visas, work permits, residence and company setup.
Vietnam eVisa for Chinese Citizens: Requirements & Urgent Processing
How Chinese passport holders apply for a Vietnam eVisa — documents to prepare, processing times, validity, and how to get an urgent eVisa when your departure date is near.
Vietnam Work Permit Guide (Decree 219/2025): Eligibility, Documents, Timeline
How foreigners get a Vietnam work permit under Decree 219/2025 — eligibility, required documents, the issuing authority (the Department of Home Affairs / Sở Nội vụ) and the 10-working-day timeline.
Vietnam TRC vs Visa: Which Should Foreigners Choose?
Temporary residence card (TRC) vs visa for foreigners living in Vietnam — duration, eligibility, cost, and when it pays to switch from a visa to a TRC.
Set Up an FDI Company in Vietnam: IRC, ERC & Full Process
A foreign investor's guide to setting up an FDI company in Vietnam — IRC, ERC, charter capital, conditional sectors, filing at the Department of Finance, and post-licensing steps.