Temporary residence card consulting service for foreigners
We provide a complete consulting and support service for temporary residence cards for foreigners in Vietnam — quickly, accurately and legally. If you need to apply for a temporary residence card, clarify the procedures, or want to be represented to submit the application, contact us for a free consultation today.
General introduction
- Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is a document issued by a competent authority of Vietnam to a foreigner to confirm the right to temporary residence in Vietnam for a certain purpose (work, investment, family reunification, etc.). TRC helps foreigners live, travel and work more conveniently than having to continuously appl
- Difference between temporary residence card and short-term visa: short-term visa usually has a short term, must be renewed many times and has limited benefits; meanwhile, temporary residence card has a longer term (from 1-5 years depending on the type), reduces the frequency of visa applications and creates stability for residence and work.
- The role of TRC is very important for foreigners living and working in Vietnam : helping to open a bank account, register for services, buy or rent real estate in some cases, apply for a driver's license and facilitate entry and exit within the card's validity period.
- PMH provides consulting services - preparing documents - representing in completing procedures, supporting from the steps of assessing conditions, preparing documents, legalizing and submitting documents until receiving cards for customers.
Subjects granted temporary residence cards
Foreign investors in Vietnam
Those who contribute capital, establish businesses or invest according to regulations; may be considered for temporary residence cards with longer terms (especially for large investors).
Foreign workers
who have been granted a work permit or are exempted from a work permit as prescribed; they are usually granted a temporary residence card for the duration of the work permit.
Foreigners whose spouses are Vietnamese citizens
or in cases of valid family reunification according to current regulations.
Children
who are children of foreigners or children of foreigners and Vietnamese citizens may also be granted temporary residence cards in accordance with the status of their parents.
Benefits of temporary residence card
Long-term legal residence
Temporary residence card allows foreigners to legally reside in Vietnam for a period of 1-2 years or up to 5 years depending on the type and conditions of issuance.
Convenient entry and exit
People with temporary residence cards do not have to apply for multiple visas, saving time and costs for business trips or visits abroad.
Easier civil transactions
Temporary residence card often supports procedures for opening a bank account, renting or buying real estate under certain conditions, applying for a driver's license and carrying out related transactions.
Stability for investors and experts
The card helps foreign investors, experts and their families stabilize their lives and focus on work and long-term investment in Vietnam.
Conditions for granting temporary residence card
- Have a valid passport: Passport must be valid as required by the issuing authority (normally should be at least 06 months from the date of application submission; check again according to regulations at the time of submission).
- Have documents proving the purpose of residence: Including work permit (if you are an employee), investment registration certificate (if you are an investor), marriage certificate (if you are applying as a spouse) or other documents as prescribed. Some cases are exempt from work permit - need to check according to current regulations.
- Have a legal residence address in Vietnam: The card applicant must have a clear place of residence (rental contract, temporary residence book of the landlord, or confirmation of residence issued by a competent authority).
Application for temporary residence card
- Original passport + copy: Copy of passport (pages with information), original for comparison when submitting application.
- Application form for temporary residence card: Fill in the form of the management agency; sign, fill in full personal information and purpose of residence.
- Photo:2x3 or 3x4 portrait photo with white background as required (quantity and size determined according to current sample instructions).
- GDocuments proving purpose of residence (depending on the case):
- Work permit (if employed) — if required; in some cases, foreigners are exempt from work permits, but still need documents confirming exemption as prescribed.
- Investment registration certificate/business registration (if you are an investor or business manager).
- Marriage certificate or birth certificate (if applying for a card under family reunification for spouse or children).
- Giấy tờ pháp lý của doanh nghiệp bảo lãnh:Văn bản bảo lãnh, giấy phép đăng ký doanh nghiệp của bên bảo lãnh, giấy tờ chứng minh tư cách pháp lý của doanh nghiệp.
Procedure for making temporary residence card at PMH
Receive request & consultation
PMH receives your initial information (purpose of residence, type of card required, desired duration). We will make a preliminary assessment of your conditions, guide you through the necessary documents, and advise you on the appropriate type of temporary residence card (investor, worker, family reunification, etc.).
Prepare documents and legalize (if necessary)
PMH makes a detailed checklist of required documents, supports translation, notarization, and consular legalization upon request. In this step, we fully note: passport, declaration, photo, work permit or investment registration certificate, documents proving residential address, corporate guarantee documents, etc.
Representative submits application at immigration authority
PMH represents clients in submitting applications for a card at the Immigration Department or competent authority (depending on the region, province/city). We prepare a valid power of attorney and coordinate with you to complete all necessary paperwork.
Monitor and supplement documents (if required)
After submission, PMH monitors the application progress, receives notifications from the card issuing agency and supports additional or edit requests, helping to minimize the risk of the application being returned.
Receive and hand over temporary residence card
Once the card is issued, PMH receives the card at the office and delivers it to the customer or sends it to the agreed address. We provide instructions on how to use it, its duration and any future renewal requirements.
Implementation time
- Document preparation: 2 – 3 days (time may be longer if consular legalization, translation or documents are required from abroad).
- Appraisal and card issuance: usually 5 - 7 working days at the immigration authority (depending on the Department, time and status of the application).
- Total reference time: about 7 - 10 working days if the application is complete and no additional requirements arise
Duration of temporary residence card
Investors
The term can be up to 5 years depending on regulations and investment scale; PMH will advise on the possibility of applying for a 5-year card based on the investment profile and conditions.
Foreign workers
Are usually granted cards for the duration of their work permit, up to a maximum of 2 years; some special cases have other terms as prescribed.
Relatives (wife, husband, children)
Are usually issued cards with a validity of 1 - 3 years, depending on the sponsor's status and the decision of the card-issuing agency.
Service costs at PMH
- Cost structure: Total costs usually consist of two main parts: (1) state fees prescribed by the competent authority when applying for a card and (2) PMH's service fees for consulting, preparing documents, legalizing and representing the applicant in submitting the application.
- Commitment to transparency: PMH commits to clearly quoting prices before signing the contract, separating government costs and service fees, clearly stating any expenses that may arise (e.g., consular legalization fees, notarized translation fees, delivery costs). Any additional expenses will be notified and consulted with you before implementation.
Benefits of using PMH services
Detailed procedure consultation, avoiding file risks
PMH checks conditions, provides precise instructions for each type of document, helping to reduce the rate of files being requested for additional information or returned.
Support for consular legalization of foreign documents
If you have documents issued abroad, PMH will guide and support translation, notarization, and consular legalization according to regulations, ensuring that the documents comply with Vietnamese standards.
Representing clients in working with management agencies
PMH submits documents on behalf of clients and monitors progress at the Immigration Department or competent authorities, helping to save time for clients and corporate clients.
Vietnamese-English bilingual communication
PMH team supports communication in Vietnamese and English, suitable for foreign investors, experts and their families when needing to exchange with agencies or complete documents.
Advice:
Before submitting your application, you should contact PMH to receive a detailed price list by category (investor, worker, family reunification) and a list of application documents according to the form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A temporary residence card (TRC) is a longer residence confirmation document issued by a competent authority, usually valid for 1-5 years depending on the type; while a long-term visa/short-term visa can be only a few months to 1 year and must be applied for/renewed many times. A TRC makes it easier for foreigners temporarily residing to open an account, apply for a driver’s license, and conduct civil transactions (depending on regulations).
Yes. Legal relatives (spouse, children under 18 years old or dependent children) are usually granted temporary residence cards under the family reunification program when they have a qualified sponsor. The relative’s documents can be submitted together with or after the sponsor has a valid application.
The renewal period depends on the type of card and the reason for residence: usually renewed every 1-2 years, or corresponding to the term of the work permit for foreign workers. To renew, you need to submit the application before the card expires according to regulations; PMH recommends completing the renewal procedure 30-45 days in advance to avoid risks.
There is no fixed number that applies to all cases; the issuance of a 5-year card to an investor depends on the scale and field of investment, capital level, actual role in the enterprise and compliance with current legal conditions. PMH will evaluate the specific application and advise on the possibility of applying for a 5-year card based on your documents.
PMH can submit the application on behalf of the customer if the customer authorizes it properly; some original/authorized documents may still require the customer to provide or be notarized from abroad (consular legalization) before submission.
TRC does not completely replace the work permit. Normally, foreign workers need a work permit as prescribed; TRC is issued for a period of time and based on the work permit or cases exempted from the permit (e.g. experts, managers under some conditions). It is necessary to check the specific case: PMH supports to determine whether a work permit is required or exempted.
When losing a temporary residence card, it is necessary to report to the local police station and submit an application for reissuance to the immigration office. The application usually includes a declaration form, identification papers, a report of loss and related documents; PMH assists in preparing the application and submitting it on behalf of the applicant.
The cost depends on the category (investor, worker, family reunification), consular legalization requirements and additional services (translation, notarization). PMH provides a transparent quote after understanding the specific category and documents.
Reference time: 2-3 days to prepare documents; 5-7 working days to appraise and issue cards; total about 7-10 days if the documents are complete. The time may be extended if foreign documents need to be legalized or the agency requests additional information.
Conclusion
Temporary residence card is a safe and long-term solution for foreigners living, working and investing in Vietnam . When owning a temporary residence card, you (workers, investors and family) enjoy benefits of stable residence, convenience in administrative transactions and reduced procedures compared to using a short-term visa.
Why should you choose PMH to make temporary residence card for you?
Professional experience: PMH has many years of legal advice and support for foreign investors , experts, and foreign workers in applying for cards, renewing, and handling related issues.
Clear and transparent process: We provide a process from A–Z: consulting, preparing documents, legalizing, submitting documents to the agency and receiving cards for customers.
Commitment to customer support: PMH commits to serve quickly – accurately – legally , informs detailed costs and implementation steps for your peace of mind.
Offers & Contact Form
Free 30-minute consultation for new customers when contacting via hotline or form.
Get a free quote and detailed document checklist after a preliminary document review.
Contact PMH immediately for support with temporary residence card procedures for foreigners:
- Hotline: 0971112118 (giờ hành chính)
- Email: phumyhungconsulting@gmail.com
PMH is ready to accompany you
to ensure the process of applying for and renewing the card goes smoothly in the coming years.
If you have a case that requires a work permit exemption or have questions about the temporary residence period for each category,
please contact us for specific advice according to your profile.