Moving to Vietnam: every visa & residency route in 2026
There is 1 way to move to Vietnam legally as of 2026 — spanning investment routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.
This route checked against official government sources · July 2026
Every route, side by side
| Route | Type | Requirement | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investor visa (ĐT) & Temporary Residence Card | Investment | $114,000 investment | Path to permanent residency |
Investment route to Vietnam
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$114,000 investment
Vietnam's only genuine long-stay route: capital in a Vietnamese company earns a residence card — about $114k (DT3) gives three years, with five- and ten-year cards at far higher tiers. Permanent residence is possible only after three continuous years, not from the investment alone, and there is no retirement or digital-nomad visa.
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Moving to Vietnam: FAQ
How many ways are there to move to Vietnam?
This dataset tracks 1 residency or visa route into Vietnam as of 2026, across investment pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.
Does moving to Vietnam lead to a second passport?
The routes in this dataset lead to residency in Vietnam rather than a fast passport. Some may still qualify you for naturalization after the standard residency period, but that isn't guaranteed — verify with the authority or an immigration attorney.
Vietnam, compared
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