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TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSE/ CHILD OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS

Wednesday, 23/07/25

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

1

Proof of Legal Relationship with a Vietnamese Citizen

Applicant must be:

  • A legally married spouse of a Vietnamese citizen; or
  • A biological child (under 18 years old) of a Vietnamese citizen.
  • A Marriage Certificate or Birth Certificate is required.

If issued abroad, the document must be legalized, translated into Vietnamese, and notarized.

2

 

 Valid Passport

 

The applicant’s passport must be valid for at least 13 months. (Since the TRC is usually granted for up to 12 months.)

3

Correct Entry Purpose or Eligibility for Conversion

The applicant must:

  • Have entered Vietnam with a TT visa (family visit); or
  • Be eligible to convert visa purpose (e.g., got legally married in Vietnam after entry)

4

Legal Residence in Vietnam

  • Must have a registered temporary or permanent residence in Vietnam.
  • This should be certified by local police.

5

 

 Sponsored by a Vietnamese citizens

 

The sponsor must:

  • Be a Vietnamese citizen with a valid ID card or passport; and
  • Have household registration or a temporary residence certificate in Vietnam.

 

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

  • Validity: Up to 2 to 3 years, depending on passport validity.
  • Length of Stay: Permitted to stay continuously throughout the TRC validity period.
  • Entry Type: Multiple entry

Government fee

(with TT type) for TRC for foreign spouses and children of Vietnamese

  • 145 USD for 2‑year TRC
  • 155 USD for 3‑year TRC

Required documents for TRC (TT type) application

Documents Provided by The Foreign Applicant

  1. The applicant’s original passport (passport is valid for more than 2 years)
  2. Two (02) passport-sized photographs 2cm x3cm
  3. Short-term valid Visa Vietnam (TT)
  4. Confirmation of residence in Vietnam certified by the Ward police
  5. Marriage Certificate (for spouse case).
  6. Birth Certificate (for children under 18).

If issued abroad: Must be legalized and translated into Vietnamese.

Documents provided from Vietnamese Citizen

  1. Form NA7 - Application for sponsorship and temporary residence card for foreigners
  2. NA8 form - Declaration of foreign applicant’s information
  3. CT07 Form issued by the local police ward;
  4. ID card of the Vietnamese citizen

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:

  • Hanoi Immigration Office: No. 44–46, Tran Phu Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam
  • Ho Chi Minh City Immigration Office: No. 254, Nguyen Trai Street, Saigon Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

 

HOW TO OBTAIN A TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS – STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

PROCEDURE

DETAILED DESCRIPTION FOR EACH STEP TO APPLY FOR TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS

Step 1:
Prepare documents

Gather all documents as listed in the checklist provided above, according to the type of TRC or visa you are applying for.

Step 2:
TRC (TT) Online Submission via the Immigration Portal

Visit: https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn

Instructions:

  1. Choose the appropriate service: Temporary Residence Card or Visa Issuance
  2. Upload clear, high-quality scans of all required documents
  3. Accurately fill in all required information on the portal

Important Notes:

  • The Vietnamese sponsor must have a VNeID account with Level 2 identity verification.
  • The online system may experience delays or technical issues. We recommend submitting your application well before your current visa or stay permit expires.

Step 3:
Submit Original Documents at the Immigration Office

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.

Step 4:
Getting Result of Vietnam Temporary Residence Card

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.

 

KEY BENEFITS OF A TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD FOR FOREIGN SPOUSES OF VIETNAMESE CITIZENS


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