Korean citizens can apply for a Vietnam temporary residence card (TRC) either in person at the Immigration Office or online via the National Public Service Portal, but original documents must still be submitted for verification.
Applicants must have a valid passport, proper entry purpose (family, work, or investment), and complete forms such as NA6/NA7 and NA8, along with supporting documents depending on their category. Processing time is typically around 5 working days once a complete and valid dossier is received. State fees range from US$145 to US$165 depending on the card’s validity. Proper preparation of sponsorship documents, translations, and legalization is essential to avoid delays or rejection.
A temporary residence card (commonly called a TRC) is a residence document issued by Vietnam’s immigration authority to foreign nationals who are legally staying in Vietnam for a specific period.
A valid TRC can replace your visa during its validity, meaning you can enter and exit Vietnam multiple times without applying for a new visa each time (as long as your passport remains valid and your TRC is still valid).
Our experienced consultants handle the entire TRC process with accuracy and compliance.
Who can apply for a Vietnam temporary residence card for Korean citizens
A Korean citizen can apply for a TRC in Vietnam if they have a lawful purpose of stay and fall under eligible categories recognized by Vietnam’s immigration law (for example: family-based TRC, work-based TRC, or investor TRC).
In practice, you should be ready to show:
A valid passport (many cases require at least about 13 months validity at the time of submission, because the TRC validity is tied to passport validity in real processing).
A valid immigration status in Vietnam that matches the TRC purpose (family, work, investment, etc.).
Proof that you are not subject to entry bans or exit suspension under Vietnamese law.
A valid temporary residence registration (local police registration at your place of stay in Vietnam).
For the main TRC procedure, the official public service listing shows these core components: NA6/NA7 (sponsorship request), NA8 (TRC application), passport, proof of eligibility (e.g., work permit or exemption, or other qualifying documents), and 2 photos (2×3 cm).
In real preparation, Korean applicants usually need:
Original passport (valid, with sufficient remaining validity)
Original visa/entry status that matches the TRC category (work, family, investor, etc.)
02 photos (2×3 cm), white background (one attached to the form, one loose)
Below are the case-specific document sets that Korean citizens most often need.
Case 1: Korean citizen with a Vietnamese parent
Typical supporting documents include:
Birth certificate and/or documents proving your Vietnamese parent’s citizenship
NA7 (individual sponsorship) signed by the Vietnamese parent
Residence information confirmation (often requested in practice depending on locality)
Notarized copy of Vietnamese parent’s ID (CCCD)
Case 2: Korean citizen married to a Vietnamese citizen
Prepare:
Notarized copy of marriage certificate (if issued outside Vietnam: translation + notarization + consular legalization as required)
NA7 (individual sponsorship) by the Vietnamese spouse
Residence information confirmation (often requested)
Notarized copy of Vietnamese spouse’s CCCD
Case 3: Korean citizen working in Vietnam (work permit / work permit exemption)
For work-based TRC files, the official procedure requires proof you qualify for TRC issuance (work permit, exemption certificate, or other qualifying documents).
Commonly included in a compliant employer-sponsored file:
Notarized copy of work permit or work permit exemption certificate (valid, usually at least 12 months remaining is strongly recommended)
Company business registration (notarized copy)
Company seal/signature registration (commonly requested in practice for first-time sponsor filings)
NA6 (company sponsorship request)
NA16 (seal/signature registration form) if the sponsoring company registers with Immigration for the first time (commonly required in practice)
Temporary residence registration confirmation
Introduction letter/authorization letter for the staff member submitting the file
Enterprise registration / investment-related documents showing the investor’s capital contribution (clear and consistent)
Company seal publication/notice (as applicable)
Recent tax filing or proof of business activity (often requested in practice)
NA6 (company sponsorship request)
NA16 if the company is sponsoring for the first time (commonly required in practice)
Authorization letter for the Vietnamese staff member submitting the application
Temporary residence registration confirmation from local police
If you are unsure which documents apply to your exact case, it’s better to confirm early—TRC applications are frequently delayed because a sponsor file is incomplete or the legalization/translation set is not compliant.
How to apply for a temporary residence card for Korean citizens (in person)
Many Korean applicants still choose in-person submission at the Provincial Police Immigration Office (Phòng Quản lý xuất nhập cảnh – Công an cấp tỉnh), especially when the file includes multiple originals.
Step 1: Prepare the correct file set for your TRC category
How to apply online via the Public service portal (and what “online” really means)
Vietnam currently allows TRC filing online through the National Public Service Portal and the Ministry of Public Security public service portal, but you should expect a hybrid process: online submission plus sending/bringing required originals as instructed.
Step 1: Log in and find the TRC service
Use the official portals (links below). Then search for the TRC procedure and choose the service for “issuing a temporary residence card for foreigners in Vietnam.”
Step 2: Upload documents and submit online
You will:
Select the processing authority
Upload the required scans/files
Fill out the form fields carefully (passport number, sponsor details, address, purpose)
Submit and receive the online confirmation
Step 3: Submit originals / send required documents when requested
Even after online submission, you may be asked to submit originals (passport, supporting documents) via postal service or in person depending on the case and the portal instructions. The Ministry of Public Security portal description explicitly notes that additional documents may be submitted via postal service according to the authority’s notice.
Step 4: Pay online and receive the result
The official procedure lists the same standard processing timeline—05 working days from receipt of complete, valid documents.
If refused, you should receive a written or portal notice stating the reason.
TRC renewal/extension is not “automatic.” You must still qualify under the right category and submit an extension dossier. Extensions are often handled under a separate procedure (commonly using Form NA5 for temporary residence extension, depending on your status and route).
A practical 3-step approach:
Step 1: Prepare the extension file
Usually includes:
Valid passport
Temporary residence registration confirmation
Proof that your purpose of stay remains valid (work/family/investment)
Required form(s) such as NA5 for extension in relevant procedures
Step 2: Submit and pay the extension fee
Some extension procedures list a US$10 fee (depending on the specific procedure).
In real cases, the fee and route depend on what you are extending and where you file.
Step 3: Receive the new card/result
Processing time is typically several working days once the dossier is complete.
What to do if your TRC is lost, damaged, or expired
If your TRC is lost
Report the loss to the local police where you live as soon as possible.
Obtain the loss confirmation document.
Prepare a re-issuance file and submit to the competent Immigration Office.
If your TRC is expired
If the TRC has expired and you did not renew or obtain a new one in time, you should:
Present yourself to the nearest Immigration Office
Follow the administrative penalty process (if applicable)
Then proceed with the corrected immigration status and proper filing route
Handling this late can quickly become expensive and disruptive, especially if your sponsor documents also need re-validation.
Common problems when applying for a TRC by yourself
Regulations and portal requirements change
Even when the core law is stable, the implementation details (portal steps, required scans, sponsor registration, accepted file formats) change. If you submit the wrong format or incomplete sponsor set, you may be asked to resubmit.
Processing delays due to missing sponsor documents
Many Korean applicants focus on their personal documents but overlook sponsor-side requirements (NA6/NA7, sponsor seals/signature registration, authorization letters). The result: multiple visits and longer processing time.
Marriage certificates, relationship proofs, and some investment documents often require:
Correct translation into Vietnamese
Proper notarization
Consular legalization (when required)
One wrong stamp chain can lead to rejection or a request for re-legalization.
Online submission errors
Common issues include:
Uploading the wrong file type
Unclear scans (especially passport bio page and entry stamp)
Mismatch between typed data and document data (name order, passport number format, sponsor address)
Tân Văn Lang support for Korean TRC applications in Vietnam
Tan Van Lang has supported foreign nationals with Vietnam immigration procedures for more than 20 years, including TRC applications for Korean citizens under family, work, and investment categories.
If you want a fast, compliant path, especially when your file needs translation/legalization, sponsor setup, or an urgent timeline, contact Tan Van Lang via 08.666.000.63 (WhatsApp) for step-by-step guidance and hands-on support.
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