HOW TO RENEW RESIDENCE CARD IN VIETNAM

Vietnam temporary residence card (TRC) is a document that allows foreigners to temporarily stay in Vietnam according to the provisions of law. Due to some situations, foreigners need to follow regulations and procedures to renew a temporary residence card. In order to renew residence card in Vietnam, foreigners need to submit an application for a temporary residence card at the Vietnam immigration agency. The application for a temporary residence card includes documents such as work permit, documents proving the purpose of stay in Vietnam, and other related documents. The term of renewal temporary residence card depends on the term of the work permit, documents confirming the entry purpose and can be extended according to the provisions of law. For more detailed information about the procedures and regulations for applying for renewal of temporary residence card for foreigners in Vietnam, you can follow Visa5s.com in this article for more useful information.

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All you need to know about the Temporary Residence Card in Vietnam for foreigners who are an investor, shareholder, and foreigner granted work permit in Vietnam and accompanying relatives. The Vietnam Temporary Residence Cards (TRCs) or long term visas are valid for one to 10 years, with duration of at least one month less than expiration of passport.

CONDITIONS FOR RENEWING TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD IN VIETNAM

Renewal of a temporary residence card needs to be issued in the following cases:

Foreigners working long-term in Vietnam
Foreigners living and working in Vietnam with TRC and Work Permit (WP) but have a change in passport, for example:

Update new passport number
Lost passport
Expired passport

Foreigners living and working in Vietnam but lose their current TRC

Besides, to renew a temporary residence card in Vietnam, several conditions must be met. Here are the key requirements and conditions for renewing a temporary residence card

Duration of Stay: Foreigners must have temporarily stayed in Vietnam for 1 year or more.
Passport Validity: The passport must be valid for at least 13 months at the time of application for the renewal of the temporary residence card.
Application Process: The renewal process typically involves submitting a written request for the issuance of the temporary residence card, an information form for the temporary residence card attached with a photo, and a copy of the passport and a valid visa
Visa Symbols: Foreigners who are granted with specific visa symbols such as LV1, LV2, DT1, DT2, DT3, NN1, NN2, DH, PV1, LD, or TT visas are granted temporary residence cards with symbols similar to the visa symbols.
Renewal Period: The temporary residence card has validity from 1 to 3 years, and it is regarded as a long-term visa when traveling to Vietnam.

It's important to note that temporary residence cards are not issued in certain cases, such as when individuals are being examined for penal liability, are defendants in civil, economic, or labor disputes, or are obliged to comply with decisions on administrative sanctions, tax obligations, and other financial obligations. These conditions and requirements ensure that individuals who wish to renew their temporary residence cards in Vietnam meet the necessary criteria for long-term stay in the country. If you require further details or assistance regarding the renewal of a temporary residence card in Vietnam, it's advisable to consult with relevant legal services or the immigration authorities for guidance.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD RENEWAL IN EACH CASE

Basically, required documents of for renewing a TRC are the same, but there will be a few different document components depending on each case. We will carefully list them in each section so that readers can have the most objective view.

FOREIGNERS WHO WANT TO WORK LONG-TERM IN VIETNAM
Form NA6 (for agencies, organizations) / Form NA7 (for individuals) - Request form for issuance of a TRC Form NA8 - Information form Original copy of your current passport and Visa Notarize true copy of current work permit Notarized true copies of the business registration certificate Original copy or notarized true copy of the power of attorney if the signer is not the legal representative of the company 3 photos 2x3 cm (white background) Original copy or notarized true copy of the residential registration certificate confirmed by the local police
FOREIGNERS WHO ALREADY HAVE A TRC BUT HAVE A CHANGE IN PASSPORT
Form NA6 (for agencies, organizations) / Form NA7 (for individuals) - Request form for issuance of a TRC Form NA8 - Information form Original copy of your current passport and Visa Notarize true copy of current work permit Notarized true copies of the business registration certificate Original copy or notarized true copy of the power of attorney if the signer is not the legal representative of the company 3 photos 2x3 cm (white background) Original copy or notarized true copy of the residential registration certificate confirmed by the local police
Foreigner is in Vietnam	Foreigner is abroad
If the foreigner’s Work Permit is still valid for more than 1 year, apply for a new TRC according to the term of the GPLD. If the foreigner’s Work Permit at the time of passport renewal is valid for less than 1 year, you can only apply for a new VISA multiple times.	In case the foreigner is abroad and they change their passport there, there is only one option: Reapply for a new pre-visa approval letter according to the time limit of the GPLD but not exceeding 1 year to get a new visa.
FOREIGNERS WHO LOSE THEIR CURRENT TRC/ PASSPORT
Form NA6 (for agencies, organizations) / Form NA7 (for individuals) - Request form for issuance of a TRC Form NA8 - Information form Original copy of your current passport and Visa Notarize true copy of current work permit Notarized true copies of the business registration certificate Original copy or notarized true copy of the power of attorney if the signer is not the legal representative of the company 3 photos 2x3 cm (white background) Original copy or notarized true copy of the residential registration certificate confirmed by the local police Application for loss of temporary residence card / passport signed and stamped by the ward police committee

PROCEDURE STEPS AND GOVERNMENT FEE OF RENEWING TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD

STEPS	GUIDANCE
Step 1	Preparing a dossier in accordance with the law
Step 2	Submitting the dossier: Agencies, organizations and individuals shall submit the dossier at the three major Immigration Departments of the Ministry of Public Security located in all 3 of the major regions of Vietnam – North, Center and South OR any Immigration Division of provincial police 44-46 Tran Phu, Ba Dinh, Hanoi. 333-335-337 Nguyen Trai Str., District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Working time: From Monday to Saturday morning (except for New Year's days, public holidays and Sundays).
Step 3	Receiving the result: The person who comes to receive the result shall present the receipt, the identity card or passport to the officers handing over the result for examination. If a temporary residence card is issued, the officers will ask that person to pay fees, sign for receipt and hand over the temporary residence card (informing that person of the result in case the temporary residence card is not issued).

Be noted that:

Processing time: within 07 working days from the date of receipt of the dossier.
Subjects of application: Vietnamese agencies, organizations and citizens.
Competent authorities: Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security.
Results of administrative procedures: temporary residence cards.
Fees (if any):

Temporary residence cards valid from 1 to 2 years: US$145/card.
Temporary residence cards valid for 2 to 5 years: US$155/card.

You can find more useful information in REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES FOR VIETNAM TRC

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T RENEW YOUR TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD?

If you don't renew your temporary residence card, the consequences may vary depending on the specific regulations of the country in which the card was issued. In some cases, failing to renew the card may not directly affect your status as a lawful permanent resident (LPR), but it could lead to practical limitations and inconveniences. Here are some potential outcomes:

Inability to Obtain Certain Documents: Not renewing the temporary residence card may prevent you from obtaining certain documents, such as the REAL ID or renewing a driver's license.
Difficulty in Travel and Proof of Status: An expired temporary residence card may affect your ability to travel, obtain a mortgage, or renew a driver's license, as these processes often require proof of permanent residency status.
Limited Validity for Travel: If you are outside the United States and your temporary residence card will expire within a certain period, you may need to take specific actions to ensure your ability to return to the country
Loss of Status: In some cases, failure to renew a temporary residence card may lead to the loss of permanent resident status, especially for conditional permanent residents.

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