Vietnam
Socialist Republic of Vietnam
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5 Years
Dual citizenship
Restrictive/Conditional
Birthright
No
Ancestry
1 Generation
PIT top rate
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Corporate tax
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Territorial tax
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Wealth tax
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Crypto tax
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Unemployment
1.65%
Social security (EE)
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Pathways published
9
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Vietnam Business Visa (Remote Worker)
Digital nomad
Many remote workers use a business visa; dedicated nomad program expected.
Official applicationFamily / Dependent Visa (TT)
Family
Dependent visa for the spouse, children or parents of certain visa holders or of Vietnamese citizens.
Investor Visa (DT1-DT4)
Investor / investment
Tiered investor visa (DT1 to DT4) for foreign investors and representatives, graded by the amount of capital contributed.
Permanent Residence Card
General residence
Vietnam's permanent residence status for qualifying long-term residents, including certain family of Vietnamese citizens and contributors.
Temporary Residence Card (TRC)
General residence
Residence card that lets eligible visa holders live in Vietnam for a multi-year period without repeated visa renewals.
E-visa
Short Term Business
Online single or multiple-entry visa for short tourism or business visits, issued through Vietnam's national e-visa system.
5-year Talent Visa
Skilled Migration
Nomination-only 5-year multiple-entry visa for highly skilled professionals and global talent, launched in 2025.
Student / Intern Visa (DH)
Study
Visa for foreign students and interns enrolled with a Vietnamese educational institution or training programme.
Work Visa (LD) and Work Permit
Sponsored work
Employer-sponsored work visa (LD) paired with a MoLISA work permit, the standard route for foreign employees in Vietnam.
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Mobility (FoM)
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Travel risk
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Timezone
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Population
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