Visiting Relatives Visa for Vietnam

Hi I am a Canadian citizen wondering how I can stay longer in Vietnam? I know that there is a 3 month visa, that must be renewed periodically... and I have read on the internet that there is a possibility of staying for 2 years (called a residence visa?) My purpose for staying in Vietnam is to be with my family.

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Answer by Phan

Hello Kim,


You can apply for a VR (visiting relatives) visa with maximum duration of 6 months and you are able to extend it once you are in Vietnam. In order to obtain a residence card, you must apply for a working or business visa with a sponsor letter from a licensed company in Vietnam.

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