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Vietnam's rapidly growing economy continues to attract business professionals and foreign investors. Understanding the requirements and procedures for applying for a business visa is crucial for anyone planning to conduct business activities in Vietnam.

This comprehensive guide provides you with all the necessary information for applying for a Vietnamese business visa in 2025. Let's find out now with ATS Legal law firm!

What is a Business Visa?

A business visa is a document issued by the competent authorities of Vietnam, allowing foreign nationals to enter Vietnam for the purpose of working with businesses in the country.

The symbol for business visa is DN – Visa D

Types of Business Visa

Business Visas are divided into DN1 Visas and DN2 Visas. According to the amended Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam 2014:

DN1 Visa is issued to foreigners working with other enterprises and organizations that are juridical persons under the law of Vietnam.

DN2 Visa is issued to foreigners making entry to promote services, establish commercial presence or conduct other activities according to international agreements to which Vietnam is a signatory.

A foreign national cannot obtain Vietnam business visa without sponsor

Any foreign national coming to Vietnam for business purposes must be invited or guaranteed by an agency, organization or individual in Vietnam according to Article 16 of the amended Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam 2014. Specifically, the entities that can invite or sponsor foreigners are stipulated in Article 14 of the amended Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam 2014.

Required documents for obtaining Vietnam Business Visa

Here are the documents required to apply for a Vietnam business visa

Application Form: A completed visa application form, signed and stamped by the sponsor (Vietnamese organization or agency).

Sponsor’s documents:

Business registration certificate or investment license of the sponsoring organization.

Seal sample registration or notification on the use of the enterprise’s seal (if applicable).

Letter of sponsorship or invitation (detailing the purpose of the foreign national’s visit).

Passport: Original passport with at least six months of validity remaining and two blank pages.

Approval Letter: Visa approval letter issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam, obtained by the sponsor.

Proof of Purpose (if required): Documents supporting the purpose of the visit (e.g., employment contracts, project agreements, or invitations for business cooperation);

Photo: Passport-sized photo (4×6 cm) meeting Vietnamese visa photo requirements.

Visa Fee

Additional documents (if required)

ATS Legal - Proud to be a leading law consulting company

ATS is a leading law firm today, proud to be the most prestigious and quality law firm today.

With a team of professional lawyers with high expertise, we have been providing professional legal support to thousands of businesses in Hanoi, HCM as well as throughout the provinces and cities nationwide.

Law firm - Law firm ATS provides legal services to customers effectively, professionally and with high standards.

To support all units, customers, and businesses in the fastest, most professional and dedicated way.

Committed to ensuring the best obligations and rights of each unit. Helps businesses proactively resolve any legal issues that arise.

ATS Law Firm is proud to be one of the units that has advised many state-owned enterprises, non-governmental organizations, corporations, large companies, domestic and international investors... ATS currently has more than 10 years of experience providing the most comprehensive legal consulting services.

In addition, ATS Law Firm is known as a professional law firm operating in many fields, including: investment, organizational restructuring and business management, business mergers and acquisitions, and human resource management. civil rights, taxes, intellectual property…