A Vietnam 5-year visa (officially known as a 5-year visa exemption certificate) is granted to overseas Vietnamese or foreign nationals with family ties to Vietnamese citizens or overseas Vietnamese. This visa is valid for up to five years and allows multiple entries into Vietnam during its validity period.
This long-term visa solution is ideal for those who travel frequently to Vietnam, as it significantly reduces the effort and cost involved in applying for and renewing short-term visas.
In this article, 68 SOLUTIONS provides a complete guide to obtaining your Vietnam 5-year visa exemption certificate.
Important Notes
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If you are eligible for a 5-year visa but do not plan to visit Vietnam frequently, or need a visa urgently, consider applying for a Vietnam eVisa.
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The 5-year visa exemption can be issued either in Vietnam or abroad.
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The exemption certificate cannot be extended, but the stay duration (180 days per entry) can be extended up to six months with the support of a Vietnamese relative.
Who Is Eligible for the Vietnam 5-year Visa Exemption?
Vietnam’s 5-year visa exemption is available to the following groups:
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Overseas Vietnamese (those of Vietnamese origin living abroad)
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Spouses and children of Vietnamese citizens or of Vietnamese people residing overseas.
- Having passport of at least 1 year of validity.
The visa exemption certificate acts as a long-term travel authorization, allowing holders to stay in Vietnam for up to 180 days per entry, and re-enter as many times as desired within five years.
If a longer stay is needed, the 180-day period can be extended up to 6 months with family sponsorship.
The certificate itself must expire at least 6 months before the expiration date of the holder’s passport or equivalent travel document.
How to Get a 5-Year Visa for Vietnam
Step 1: Prepare the Required Documents
A. For Overseas Vietnamese
To apply for 5 years visa exemption for overseas Vietnamese, the applicant needs to prepare:
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Completed 5-year visa exemption application form (with barcode)
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Passport or residence permit valid for at least 6 months following the date of arrival in Vietnam
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Two photos taken recently (white background, straight face, bare head, no colored glasses)
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Certified copy (or original + copy) of one of the following:
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Vietnamese birth certificate
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Certificate of Vietnamese citizenship
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Decision renouncing Vietnamese nationality
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Certificate of loss of Vietnamese citizenship
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Vietnamese passport (valid/expired)
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Identity card (valid/expired)
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latest voter’s card
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Family Register Book
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Foreign documents proving Vietnamese origin
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If none of the above documents are available, you may submit a guarantee letter from an overseas Vietnamese association in your country of residence.
B. For Foreign Spouses/Children
To apply for Vietnam 5 year visa exemption for foreign spouses and children of overseas Vietnamese or Vietnamese citizens, the applicant will need to prepare:
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Completed visa exemption application form (form NA09 if applying inside Vietnam)
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Foreign passport valid for at least 6 months following entry date in Vietnam
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Two photos taken recently (white background, straight face, bare head, no colored glasses;
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Certified copy or original + copy of one of the following:
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Certificate of Marriage
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Certificate of Birth
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Certificate of relationship with father, mother, children;
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Other valid documents as regulated by the Vietnamese Law.
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Decision of Adoption
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Step 2: Submit the Documents
Agencies competent to grant visa exemption certificates include:
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Vietnamese embassies/consulates abroad
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The Vietnam Immigration Department (Ministry of Public Security) if you are already in Vietnam
Once submitted, your original passport and the visa exemption certificate will be returned to you when processing is complete.
In case you do not know where to start, let us help you. No matter where you are, we can process a Vietnam 5-years visa exemption certificate for you. Contact our team today for personalized and fastest assistance via hotline: (+84) 989 529 699
Processing Time
On average, the process takes up to 7 working days. Faster options may be available depending on your location and the volume of applications.
Visa Exemption Fees
Fees vary depending on:
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The embassy or immigration office handling your application
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Your mailing address (if shipping is required)
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Optional services such as airport fast-track, document pickup, or urgent processing
Please contact 68 SOLUTIONS directly for an accurate quote based on your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
My 5 year visa exemption certificate is expired. Can I renew it or get a new one?
For the visa itself, it cannot be extended when it gets expired. But for your stay in Vietnam when your visa has not get expired yet, if you want to stay for more than 6 months, you can ask your family member who is in Vietnam to support you to get your stay duration extended. Please check your procedure here.
What if I want to get a 5-year visa exemption for Vietnam but my passport is valid for less than 5 years?
In this case, you should renew your passport before applying for this kind of visa.
Address of Vietnam Immigration Department
In Hanoi: 40A, Hang Bai Street, Hanoi, Vietnam
In Da Nang: No. 7 Tran Quy Cap, Da Nang city
In Ho Chi Minh city: No 161 Nguyen Du, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Their working time is 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the morning and 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM in the afternoon from Monday to Friday (except for national holidays).
In case you have no time or don’t want to face any hassle in working directly with them, we can assist you to get your 5 year visa exemption for Vietnam. Feel free to call us at (+84) 989 529 699
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