Work Permit

Vietnam work permit service Ho Chi Minh City is the most reliable solution for foreign employees and companies that want fast, compliant work authorization under the latest regulations. Based on real case handling, most applications take 5–10 working days if prepared correctly. Professional support helps avoid delays, document errors, and costly re-submissions. At Tan Van Lang, …
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Foreign workers in Vietnam law requires foreign nationals to obtain a valid Work Permit or an official exemption certificate before engaging in any employment activity. Under the Labor Code 2019 and Decree 219/2025/ND-CP, applicants must meet strict conditions on age, qualifications, criminal record, and employer sponsorship. A proper visa (such as LĐ) and, where applicable, …
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Vietnam work permit requirements are the core legal conditions foreign nationals must meet to work lawfully in Vietnam, including qualifying as a Foreign Expert/manager/technician, passing a valid Health Check Certificate, and providing a clean Police Check/Judicial Record. Your employer must also secure approval from the Department of Interior before submitting the work permit file. Most overseas …
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If a work permit expires in Vietnam, the foreign worker is no longer legally allowed to work and may face serious legal and immigration consequences. According to Decree 12/2022/ND-CP, both the employee and employer may be subject to administrative penalties, with fines ranging from 15,000,000 VND to 75,000,000 VND depending on the violation. In serious cases, …
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Vietnam work permit processing time in Vietnam is typically 20–30 days end-to-end in real practice, not just “5 working days.” The legal issuance stage is often 5–7 working days, but only after your dossier is accepted as complete and valid. Before that, Labor Demand Approval usually takes 10–15 working days, and document steps like criminal record check …
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Vietnam work permit penalties in Vietnam can apply to both foreign workers and employers when someone works without a valid Work Permit or exemption. Foreign employees may face VND 15-25 million fines, plus deportation, a possible Vietnam entry ban, and Temporary Residence Card cancellation if their TRC is tied to the job. Employers can be fined VND …
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Who needs a work permit in Vietnam? In general, any foreign national working in Vietnam for an employer for three months or more must obtain a valid Work Permit (Giấy phép lao động) before starting employment. This applies regardless of visa type, including Business (DN) or even holding a Temporary Residence Card (TRC). Only specific …
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A Vietnam work permit health check is a mandatory requirement for foreigners working legally in Vietnam. Applicants must complete the medical examination at a hospital or clinic licensed by the Ministry of Health, and only certificates issued in Vietnam are accepted. The medical certificate is valid for 12 months, issued in Vietnamese–English, and must include …
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