Vietnam work permit service | Applications, fees & requirements

Work permit service in Vietnam is an official document issued by the Department of Labor, Invalid and Social Affairs, that allows individuals to legally work in Vietnam. However, the process to get a Vietnam work permit may be complicated. This article will show you how to apply for a work permit and detailed information about requirements, cost, and time. 

1. Who is eligible for a work permit?

To be eligible for work permit service in Vietnam, the individual must have employment in a registered company which is organized in Vietnam. Furthermore, the foreigners must meet some requirements including:

• Being at least 18 years old.
• Having good health that meets the job’s specific requirements.
• Having no criminal record in their country, free from national security offenses, not currently undergoing criminal prosecution, and not serving a criminal sentence, as verified by Vietnamese as well as foreign law enforcement during the assignment.

In addition, the requirements can vary depending on the job positions as follows:

• Foreign experts
  • Having a bachelor’s degree or higher, a certificate of at least 3 years of relevant experience in the trained field relating to the expected job in Vietnam; or
  • Possessing a certificate of at least 5 years of experience in the relevant field for the job position in Vietnam.
• Technical Workers
  • Completing at least 1 year of training in technical or related fields and having at least 3 years of experience in that field; or
  • Having a certificate of at least 5 years of work experience in a position that meets the intended job in Vietnam.
  • The company where the foreigners are employed must have a business registration certificate.
• Directors, CEOs, etc
  • Deciding on the appointment.
  • Possessing a certificate of at least 3 years of relevant working experience in the job position.

2. How to apply for a work permit?

The process to get a work permit in Vietnam involves specific procedures and document submissions that both the employer and foreigners must follow:

Step 1: Request approval for using foreign workers

The employer is required to apply for approval of using foreign workers at least 30 days before the expected start date of the foreign worker at the company. The essential documents include:

• Registration form for employing foreign workers
• A copy of the business registration.
• Letter of attorney if the submitter is not the enterprise’s legal representative.

After that, these documents can be applied in two ways:

• Send directly to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs or the People’s Committee of the province where the foreign worker is expected to work.
• Send online via http://dvc.vieclamvietnam.gov.vn. 

It takes 15 working days for direct submission and about 12 working days for online submission.

Step 2: Prepare the required documents for the Vietnam work permit

The foreigner is required to prepare the following documentation:

• Application form for the Vietnam work permit 
• Original health check conducted in Vietnam, or if obtained abroad, a legalized health check certified Vietnamese translation. The health check needs to be issued within the 12 months.
• Original Vietnam Police Check or, if conducted abroad, a legalized police check with its certified Vietnamese translation, issued within the last 6 months.
• Certified copy of a valid passport.
• Approval letter obtained during Step 1.
• Two passport-sized photos (refer to photo requirements).
• Legalized copies of documents substantiating the foreigner’s eligibility for the applied position, along with their certified Vietnamese translations.
• Quantity: 01 set.

Step 3: Submit the required documents to get Vietnam work permit

The foreigner is required to send the documents to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs or the Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs of the province where they plan to work at least 15 days before the expected start date of the foreign worker at the company.

Step 4: Receive the result

The foreigner will receive the work permit in Form 12/PLI within 05 working days after sending all documents. In the event of a rejection, the employer will receive clarifications regarding the refusal.

3. How to apply for Vietnam work permit via Evisa Vietnam 

The process to apply for Vietnam work permit via Evisa Vietnam is very simple. You can follow some following steps:

• Step 1: Contact for free initial assessment and quote

Feel free to contact us via hotline +84.787.590.333 (available on Zalo, WhatsApp, and Viber). After the initial assessment and consultation, our experts will examine your documents before giving a quotation.

• Step 2: Send documents and sign necessary forms

The employer must complete the required document, sign any pertinent forms that the work permit service in Vietnam prepared, and send them to our office at either No.3 Ma May Street, Hang Buom Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, or No.3B Bao Khanh Lane, Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. 

Upon we have got all your valid documents, we will view your application and collaborate closely with the relevant authorities until the official work permit is officially issued.

• Step 3: Receive the results & further consultation if necessary

Once your work permit is acceptable, we will inform you and give you the option to either get it from our office or have it sent to your specified address. After getting your work permit, we will offer guidance on the subsequent steps you need to take.

4. How much to get a Vietnam work permit with Evisa to Vietnam

Is the Vietnam work permit service in Evisa expensive? Here are some detailed information about our work permit service cost:

Unit: USD/pax

5. Work permit cost

The expense of obtaining a Vietnam work permit depends on the province or city where you send your application forms. Costs may vary based on the specific administrative requirements or regulations of each locality. Therefore, you should inquire about the applicable fees in the respective area where you are processing your work permit application.

6. Processing time of work permit 

The total processing time for a work permit service in vietnam is about 20 working days, including:

• Approval of demand for using foreigners: 15 working days.
• Issuing a work permit: 5 working days.

However, we highly recommend you initiate the procedure at least 30 days before the expected start date for foreign workers.

Applying for a work permit in Vietnam may face challenges if you don’t have sufficient local knowledge or experience, especially considering the required documents and process time, and cost…. When using our work permit service in Vietnam, we will assist you with everything to get the work permit promptly. If you need any assistance or support, contact us for more detailed information.