I. Overview of Visa Extension for Foreigners in Vietnam

1. Types of visas eligible for extension in Vietnam

According to current Vietnamese law, visa extension is an essential process for foreigners who wish to enter and stay in Vietnam legally. The most common types of visas that can be extended in Vietnam include:

• Business Visa (DN1, DN2): Issued to foreigners who work legally for enterprises or organizations licensed to operate in Vietnam.

• Touri Visa (DL): Granted to foreigners visiting Vietnam for tourism purposes. The maximum validity is 3 mst

• onths; however, foreigners are not allowed to stay continuously for 3 months. They must leave the country every 30 days. Therefore, in order to remain in Vietnam without leaving, they are required to apply for a visa extension.

• Work Visa (LD1, LD2): Issued to foreigners working in Vietnam.

• Dependent/Family Visit Visa (TT): Granted to foreigners who have family members living in Vietnam.

• Investor Visa (DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4): Issued to foreigners investing capital in Vietnamese enterprises or representing foreign companies investing in Vietnam.

• Student Visa (DH): Granted to foreigners entering Vietnam for study or internship purposes.

• E-Visa: Issued to citizens of countries approved by Vietnam, allowing entry for tourism, work, visiting relatives, and other purposes.

2. Conditions for extending visas in Vietnam

Foreigners who wish to extend their visa in Vietnam must comply with specific regulations depending on the type of visa they hold. However, there are general requirements that apply to all cases:

• The visa must still be valid at the time of application.

• The applicant must have properly registered temporary residence information.

• The applicant must not fall under cases requiring mandatory exit.

• The passport must remain valid for at least one month beyond the visa’s extended duration.

• The sponsor (either a Vietnamese citizen or an authorized organization) must meet the legal requirements for the specific visa type.

During their stay in Vietnam, many foreigners need to either extend their visa or apply for a new one as the expiration date approaches. However, the procedures are often complicated, requiring accurate documentation and strict compliance with the law.

II. Visa Extension Services in Vietnam

Although foreigners or their employers can directly process visa extensions at the Vietnam Immigration Department, in practice:

• Visa extension applications often require a large number of complex documents.

• Regulations regarding visas and extensions are frequently updated, requiring legal knowledge.

• Applicants must prepare their files carefully and provide reasonable explanations to authorities.

For these reasons, using the visa extension services offered by Evisa Saigon is a more convenient and effective solution.

With many years of experience in the immigration field, Evisa Saigon has become a trusted partner for thousands of clients. We provide professional consulting and support throughout the visa extension/renewal process, including:

• Advising on conditions and suitable extension periods for each specific case.

• Guiding clients in preparing the necessary documents to avoid errors.

• Explaining procedures when working with immigration authorities.

• Accompanying clients throughout the process to save time and minimize risks.

With the assistance of Evisa Saigon, clients can complete their visa extension or renewal smoothly, ensuring continuous, legal, and hassle-free residence in Vietnam.