Application for a work permit
Work Permit - A comprehensive solution for foreigners working in Vietnam
Providing comprehensive legal solutions for foreigners working in Vietnam with a professional and optimized process.
Introduction to Work Permits
Definition of Work Permit
Work Permit It is a legal document issued by a competent state agency of Vietnam, allowing foreign workers to legally work in Vietnam in a specific position, title, location, and for a specific period of time as stipulated by labor law.
A work permit is an important document that enables businesses to legally employ foreign workers, and also serves as the basis for foreign workers to sign labor contracts, apply for temporary residence permits, and exercise their rights and obligations during their employment in Vietnam.
The Importance of a Work Permit
01
Confirmation of investment rights
Approve the project as permitted, determine its scope and industry.
02
Legal basis
Approve the project as permitted, determine its scope and industry.
03
Legal basis
Approve the project as permitted, determine its scope and industry.
04
Protecting investors
Approve the project as permitted, determine its scope and industry.
Who needs to apply for a work permit?
A Work Permit is required:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Exempt from Work Permit:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Special case
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Conditions for granting work permits
Employee requirements:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Employee requirements:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Employee requirements:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Employee requirements:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Application form
A. Basic documents (8 types of papers)
B. Documents from the company
Special document requirements
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Implementation process
Time and cost
Processing time:
Items to be implemented | Content details | Estimated time |
|---|---|---|
Step 1: Assess the needs | Register your need to employ foreign workers with the relevant authorities. | 10 working days |
Step 2: Prepare the documents | Collect, translate, notarize, and legalize necessary documents. | 3-5 business days |
Step 3: Submit and Review Your Application | Submit your application directly to the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs / Industrial Park Management Board. | 5-7 business days |
Total | Complete package process | 15-25 business days |
Service fees:
- Basic Package2.000.000
- Simple license
- Standard time
- Basic support
- Consultation via email
- Progress update
- Most popularProfessional Package5.000.000
- All types of licenses
- Prioritize quick processing.
- Comprehensive support
- Direct consultation
- Document translation
- Post-licensing support
- VIP PackageAgree
- Comprehensive License Package
- Personal Specialist
- Highest priority
- Ongoing legal support
- Strategic consulting
- Internal training
Note: Pricing may be adjusted based on business size and the specific nature of each license. Please contact our hotline for the most accurate quote.
Government fees
| Case | Reference fee |
| New issuance Work permit | 400,000 – 600,000 VND/license |
| Reissue Work permit | 300,000 – 450,000 VND/license |
| Extend Work permit | 300,000 – 450,000 VND/license |
Types of Work Permits
1. Initial work permit
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
2. Renewal of work permit
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
3. Reissuing work permits
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
4. Confirmation that the applicant is not subject to the work permit requirement.
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
Related procedures
After obtaining a Work Permit
Additional documents:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who is required to obtain a work permit in Vietnam?
Foreign workers employed in Vietnam under contract or holding managerial, expert, or technical positions must obtain a work permit, except in cases where exemptions are stipulated by law.
Q2: What is the validity period of a work permit?
The work permit is valid for a maximum of two years and can be renewed according to regulations if the conditions are continued to be met.
Q3: What documents are required for a work permit application?
The dossier includes documents of the foreign worker, legal documents of the business, and documents approving the employment of foreign workers.
Q4: How long does it take to process a work permit application?
Typically, it takes 15 to 20 business days from the date the application is deemed valid, not including the time for consular legalization and supplementary document processing, if any.
Q5: What are the penalties for foreign workers without work permits?
They may face administrative penalties, deportation, and the employing company may also be penalized according to current regulations.
Important note
Thorough preparation is necessary:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Avoid common mistakes:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
Advice:
- Foreign investor 100% capital
- Joint ventures with foreign capital (from 1% onwards)
- Large-scale investment project (capital from 300 billion VND)
- Investing in a conditional industry
- Projects in industrial parks and economic zones.
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