Vietnam Temporary residence card extension 2026: Guide, Fees

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A Vietnam temporary residence card extension allows foreigners to continue their lawful stay without leaving Vietnam when their current card is nearing expiry. To qualify, applicants must hold a valid passport, an unexpired TRC, and supporting documents proving their purpose of stay such as work, investment, business, or family ties. Applications should ideally be submitted about 15 working days before expiry at the Vietnam Immigration Department. With proper preparation, the extension process usually takes 5–10 working days.

Who can apply for a Vietnam temporary residence card extension?

A Vietnam temporary residence card extension is generally considered when you still meet the original purpose of stay and your supporting documents remain valid.

In practice, you should meet these common conditions:

• Your current TRC is still valid, ideally with at least 15 days remaining before expiry.
• You can provide a valid passport and your current TRC.
• You submit a TRC extension request form (NA5) and supporting documents.
• You can show proof of purpose of stay (work, investment, business, family, etc.), depending on your TRC category.
• You have not violated Vietnamese law during your stay.
• Your Vietnamese sponsor/guarantor (company/organization/individual) is eligible and can provide required sponsorship documents.

Tip from case-handling experience: the most common reason for delays is not “missing papers,” but papers that don’t match the current status (job role changed, sponsor changed, business license updated, address not consistent, etc.).

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How many days before expiry should you extend your TRC?

Vietnamese regulations do not clearly fix one single “must-apply-before-X-days” rule for TRC renewal. However, in real processing conditions, the safest window is:

Around 15 working days before your TRC expires

This gives enough time for review, clarification requests, and avoids interruptions to your lawful stay.

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Documents for Vietnam temporary residence card extension

Core documents (almost always required)

• Passport (still valid)
• Current temporary residence card (TRC)
• NA5 form (request for extension/renewal as required)
• Temporary residence registration confirmation from local police/authority or accommodation management where you are staying
• Proof of purpose of entry and stay in Vietnam (certified copy or original + copy, depending on the file)

Supporting documents by case

If your TRC is for working / investing in Vietnam: Business license and/or investment license of the sponsoring entity (the receiving company/unit)

If your TRC is for business activities in Vietnam: The foreigner’s business registration certificate (as applicable in your case structure)

If your TRC is for employment in Vietnam: Labor contract and/or a decision/appointment letter from the receiving organization (case-dependent)

If your TRC is for family visit (dependent/spouse/relative):

• Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)
• Sponsor’s valid TRC or permanent residence documents (as applicable)

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Step-by-step process to extend a Vietnam temporary residence card

A standard Vietnam temporary residence card extension process often follows these steps:

Step 1: Prepare the TRC extension application

Gather all documents listed above (core + supporting documents by your TRC purpose). Make sure your sponsor’s company documents are current and consistent.

Step 2: Submit the application at the immigration authority

You (or your sponsor/authorized representative) submit the file directly to the Vietnam immigration authority.

Step 3: Pay the TRC extension fee

Fees are paid at the immigration office as part of the submission/processing stage.

Step 4: Wait for the result

A typical processing time is around 5–10 working days, depending on the location, the TRC category, and whether any clarification is required.

Step 5: Receive the new temporary residence card

• If approved, you receive a new TRC with the extended validity period.
• If refused, you may be required to exit Vietnam promptly and handle the next legal step (this is exactly when you should get professional advice immediately).

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Vietnam temporary residence card extension fee

If you submit the application yourself, some cases may see a commonly mentioned fee around USD 10.

However, fees are not always fixed in real-life application outcomes because they can depend on your TRC category, requested validity, and the authority’s handling requirements.

For the exact cost in your case, contact Tan Van Lang via 08.666.000.63 (WhatsApp)

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Where to apply for TRC extension in Vietnam

After preparing your documents, you can submit the TRC extension application at the Vietnam immigration authority offices below:

Vietnam Immigration Department addresses

• Hanoi: 44–46 Tran Phu, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
• Ho Chi Minh City: 254 Nguyen Trai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Da Nang: 7 Tran Quy Cap, Da Nang City

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Common mistakes that delay TRC renewal

If you want a smoother Vietnam temporary residence card extension, watch for these frequent issues:

• Applying too late (less than ~15 working days before expiry)
• Passport validity too short for the requested TRC extension period
• Sponsor documents outdated (business license changed, address changed, legal representative changed)
• Accommodation registration confirmation missing or not updated
• Purpose-of-stay documents inconsistent with the current reality (job title/company changed, family status updated)

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Full-service Vietnam temporary residence card extension at Tan Van Lang

Tan Van Lang provides end-to-end TRC renewal support for foreigners in Vietnam, built on practical case-handling and compliance—not guesswork.

Here’s what clients value most:

Save time and avoid back-and-forth

We handle the full workflow: document checklist, file preparation, submission tracking, and updates—so you don’t waste days fixing small errors.

Professional support backed by long-term experience

With 20+ years in immigration consulting (since 2003), our team works with real cases across work, investment, business, and family TRC categories.

Strong understanding of rules and on-the-ground requirements

We prepare your file to match what immigration officers actually check, reducing legal risk and unexpected rejections.

Personalized guidance for your situation

Every TRC case is different. We tailor the document plan to your sponsor structure, TRC type, and timing—especially when your situation changed since your last TRC.

English-friendly support (and more)

Our team supports foreign clients with clear communication—so you always know what’s happening and what’s needed next.

Transparent cost information

You get clear cost guidance based on your actual case, not generic pricing.

Tan Van Lang TRC extension process

When you use Tan Van Lang’s Vietnam temporary residence card extension service, the workflow typically looks like this:

1. Consultation request: Contact Tan Van Lang via hotline, email, or visit our offices in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, or Da Nang.
2. Current TRC review: We verify your current TRC validity, passport validity, and sponsor eligibility.
3. Document plan and preparation: We provide a tailored checklist and support you in collecting, completing, and organizing the required documents (including NA5).
4. File review, adjustment, and submission tracking: We check the file carefully for compliance, submit the application at the relevant authority, and monitor progress.
5. Result notification and TRC return: We inform you of the outcome. If approved, we support you to receive your renewed TRC.
6. Ongoing support after renewal: If any questions or follow-up issues come up, our team stays available to assist.

If your TRC is nearing expiry and you want to avoid last-minute stress, contact Tan Van Lang via 08.666.000.63 (WhatsApp) . Share your TRC type and expiry date, and we’ll advise the fastest, compliant route for your Vietnam temporary residence card extension.