Category Archives: Vietnam Expat Guide

Temporary residence card fees for foreigners in Vietnam range from 145-165 USD for new applications and 10 USD for renewals according to Circular 25/2021/TT-BTC. The specific cost depends on the card validity period and may be subject to Personal Income Tax depending on the circumstances. A Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is a crucial document that…

Temporary residence card renewal for foreigners in Vietnam is completed by submitting Form NA5 along with original passport and related documents to the Immigration Department or online through the National Public Service Portal, with a fee of 10 USD and processing time of 5 working days. The temporary residence card is a crucial document allowing…

Foreigners can check their personal tax code in Vietnam through 5 main methods: official General Department of Taxation website, eTax Mobile app, third-party websites like masothue.com, Facebook Messenger, and directly at tax offices. From July 1, 2025, foreigners still use separate 10-digit tax codes instead of personal identification numbers like Vietnamese citizens. Important Note: Foreigners…

Foreign workers receiving salary in foreign currency must convert it to Vietnamese Dong using the actual buying exchange rate of the bank where they hold an account, or Vietcombank’s buying rate if they have no Vietnamese bank account. This requirement is clearly specified in Article 13 of Circular 92/2015/TT-BTC issued by the Ministry of Finance….

Personal income tax finalization for foreigners in Vietnam is a mandatory legal obligation in 4 main cases: residing for 183+ days/year, terminating employment mid-year, leaving Vietnam permanently, or having income from multiple sources. PIT finalization procedures follow 4 steps with specific deadlines for each case, ensuring compliance with Vietnamese law and avoiding unwanted legal risks….

A temporary residence card is a document issued by Vietnam’s immigration authorities that allows foreigners to legally reside in Vietnam for a specified period, serving as a visa substitute with validity from 2-10 years depending on the card type. This is the optimal solution for foreigners seeking long-term residence, work, or investment in Vietnam without…

Teaching in Vietnam is attracting the interest of many foreigners. However, to become a legal teacher, one must comply with the “Legal requirements for foreign teachers in Vietnam”. In this article, EIV will provide detailed information about the legal requirements you need to know. Legal Requirements for Foreign Teachers in Vietnam To teach legally in…

Work permit is one of the most important legal documents for foreign workers in Vietnam. So what is the definition and purpose of a work permit? What are the current regulations on issuing work permits for foreigners, and what documents are needed? Let’s explore detailed information with EIV through the article below. Definition and purpose…