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A Temporary Residence Card (TRC) marked with the code “TT” is an official residency document granted by Vietnam’s Immigration Department. It allows foreign nationals who are spouses, children, or parents of Vietnamese citizens to legally reside in Vietnam through family sponsorship. Depending on the passport’s remaining validity, the TRC can be issued for a period of up to three years. This card offers a practical alternative to multiple visa extensions and simplifies long-term living and travel within the country.
To begin the TRC application, applicants must prepare the necessary paperwork and follow the government’s standard procedure. Entry into Vietnam should be made using one of the following visa types:
CONDITIONS FOR APPLYING TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARDS (TRC) FOR FOREIGN SPOUSE/ CHILD OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS (TYPE TT)
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REQUIREMENT FOR APPLYING TRC FOR FOREIGN SPOUSE/ CHILD OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS |
DETAILS FOR APPLYING TRC FOR FOREIGN SPOUSE/ CHILD OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS |
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Proof of Legal Relationship with a Vietnamese Citizen |
Applicant must be:
If issued abroad, the document must be legalized, translated into Vietnamese, and notarized. |
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Valid Passport
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The applicant’s passport must be valid for at least 13 months. (Since the TRC is usually granted for up to 12 months.) |
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Correct Entry Purpose or Eligibility for Conversion |
The applicant must:
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Legal Residence in Vietnam |
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Sponsored by a Vietnamese citizens
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The sponsor must:
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OVERVIEW OF TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARDS (TRC) FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAMESE
TRC Related Information |
Details & Instructions for TRC (TT type) for foreign spouse/children of Vietnamese citizens |
Visa duration of TRC for foreign spouses and children of Vietnamese |
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Government fee (with TT type) for TRC for foreign spouses and children of Vietnamese |
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Required documents for TRC (TT type) application |
Documents Provided by The Foreign Applicant
If issued abroad: Must be legalized and translated into Vietnamese. |
Documents provided from Vietnamese Citizen
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Processing time for TRC (TT type) application |
7–10 working days from submission |
Submission place for TRC (TT type) application |
Immigration offices in respective province/city:
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HOW TO OBTAIN A TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS – STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION FOR EACH STEP TO APPLY FOR TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS |
Step 1: |
Gather all documents as listed in the checklist provided above, according to the type of TRC or visa you are applying for. |
Step 2: |
Visit: https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn Instructions:
Important Notes:
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Step 3: |
Once your online submission is accepted, bring the original documents to the Immigration Department in the province where you reside for verification. Processing Time: 5 - 7 working days (excluding weekends and public holidays, and time waiting the system to received your application). Note: Processing may take longer during peak periods, so plan accordingly. |
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You can check your application status through the Immigration Portal. Once your result is available, visit the Immigration Office with your receipt, ID card, or passport to collect your TRC or visa. Reminder: Before leaving the Immigration Office, make sure to verify the information and expiration date on your new residence card or visa. |
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