The Vietnam DT4 visa is a type of investment visa issued to foreign investors and representatives of foreign organizations contributing capital of less than 3 billion VND in Vietnam.
This article explains the eligibility, validity, required documents, and step-by-step application process for the DT4 visa.
1. Who Is Eligible for the DT4 Visa?
According to the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam (2019 amendment), the DT4 visa is:
👉 “Granted to foreign investors in Vietnam and representatives of foreign organizations investing in Vietnam with capital contributions under 3 billion VND.”
This means:
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Individual investors
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Members of foreign organizations with small-scale investment in Vietnam
… are eligible for the DT4 visa.
2. Validity of the DT4 Visa
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Maximum duration: 12 months
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If the passport expires sooner, the visa will expire 30 days before passport expiration.
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Unlike DT1, DT2, and DT3 visas, DT4 holders cannot obtain a temporary residence card (TRC). Instead, they must:
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Apply for a new or renewed DT4 visa, or
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Convert visa purpose if staying longer in Vietnam.
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3. Conditions for DT4 Visa Application
To qualify, applicants must:
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Hold a valid passport or travel document.
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Have a Vietnam-based sponsor (company, organization, or individual).
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Not fall into the categories of entry ban under Article 21, Law 47/2014/QH13.
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Provide documents proving investment in Vietnam as per the Investment Law.
4. Required Documents for DT4 Visa Application
Both the sponsoring company and the investor must prepare:
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Form NA16 – Registration of company seal & legal representative’s signature
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Form NA2 – Request for entry guarantee
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Form NA1 – Visa application form for foreigners
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Business license or investment registration certificate of the sponsoring company
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Investment certificate or capital contribution certificate of the investor
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Original passport (valid per regulations)
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02 passport photos (4x6cm, white background)
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Other supporting documents if requested by authorities
📌 Accuracy in documentation is essential, as errors may cause delays or rejection.
5. Application Procedure for DT4 Visa
Step 1: Sponsoring company submits documents to the Vietnam Immigration Department for an entry guarantee letter.
Step 2: Within 5 working days, the Immigration Department issues the result:
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For visa collection abroad: A fax/notification is sent to the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in the investor’s home country.
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For visa collection in Vietnam: Approval is issued directly.
Step 3: Sponsoring company sends the approval letter to the investor.
Step 4: Investor completes visa stamping at one of the following:
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Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in home country
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Vietnam international airports (Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat, Da Nang, etc.)
6. DT4 Visa Fees (Stamping Fees)
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Single-entry (up to 3 months): USD 25
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Multiple-entry (up to 3 months): USD 50
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Multiple-entry (3–6 months): USD 95
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Multiple-entry (6–12 months): USD 135
📌 Fees are payable directly at the visa stamping location.
The DT4 visa is designed for small-scale foreign investors in Vietnam (capital under 3 billion VND).
Although it has a shorter validity (max 1 year) and does not allow for a TRC, it remains a practical solution for business representatives and investors entering Vietnam.
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