Legal Assistance for Investors Applying for a Vietnam Temporary Residence Card

Foreign investors are one of the largest groups of foreigners seeking a Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC). This card not only helps them manage long-term stays in Vietnam but also makes business operations easier by eliminating the need for constant visa renewals. However, the application process for investor TRCs involves strict compliance with investment laws and immigration regulations. Professional legal services are essential to ensure everything is in order. For assistance, please contact Apolo Lawyers via email at contact@apolo.com.vn or Hotline (+84) 903 419 479 for the best advice and support.

Legal Assistance for Investors Applying for a Vietnam Temporary Residence Card

1. Legal Basis for Investor TRCs in Vietnam

According to Vietnamese law, foreign investors holding valid investment certificates or enterprise registration certificates are eligible to apply for a TRC. The validity of the TRC often corresponds with the investment capital and business license term. For example:

• Investments over 3 billion VND may qualify for a TRC valid for up to 5 years.
• Smaller investments often receive shorter TRCs.

However, not all foreign shareholders automatically qualify. The law requires the investors contribution to be recorded in the official company charter and investment registration certificate. This is where legal assistance becomes crucial: lawyers help ensure your investment structure and documents comply with both immigration and business regulations before filing your TRC application.

2. Application Procedure and Common Challenges

Applying for an investor TRC requires a series of carefully prepared documents, including:

• A valid passport and visa.
• Investment registration certificate or business license.
• Proof of legal residence in Vietnam (police confirmation of temporary or permanent address).
• Application forms (such as NA5).

Challenges that foreign investors often encounter:

• Company documents that are outdated or inconsistent with immigration records.
• Investment contributions that have not been fully transferred or recorded legally.
• Lack of notarized translations of foreign documents.

Lawyers help resolve these issues by reviewing company documents, verifying compliance with investment law, and preparing submissions that meet both immigration and corporate legal requirements.

Legal Assistance for Investors Applying for a Vietnam Temporary Residence Card

3. Why Investors Should Rely on Lawyers for TRC Applications

For investors, a TRC is not just a residency permit — it is a legal guarantee of long-term business stability in Vietnam. Hiring a lawyer offers key advantages:

• Business-Legal Alignment: Ensuring that your investment registration and company documents align with immigration law.
• Risk Prevention: Avoiding rejection or administrative penalties due to legal inconsistencies.
• Representation: Lawyers can liaise with the Immigration Department and relevant business authorities on your behalf.
• Future Planning: Advising on TRC renewals, changes in investment structure, or expansion of business that may impact your residency status.

With professional support from Apolo Lawyers, foreign investors can focus on growing their businesses while leaving the complex legal procedures of TRC applications to experienced professionals.

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