DT4 Visa Vietnam for Foreign Investors Under 3 Billion VND

Foreign investors in Vietnam who contribute less than 3 billion VND must apply for the DT4 visa, which is the appropriate entry document for small-scale investment. This category is specifically issued to investors who hold minor capital contributions and intend to enter Vietnam for legitimate investment activities.

Which type of investment qualifies for the DT4 visa?

According to the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners (2019), the DT4 investor visa is defined as follows:

“DT4 visa is issued to foreign investors in Vietnam and representatives of foreign organizations investing in Vietnam whose total capital contribution is less than 3 billion VND.”

Therefore, any foreign individual investing or contributing capital below this threshold will be eligible to receive a DT4 investor visa.

Validity of the DT4 visa

Under Vietnam’s immigration regulations, the DT4 visa may be granted for a maximum validity of 12 months. If the foreign investor’s passport is valid for less than one year, the DT4 visa will be issued with an expiry date 30 days shorter than the passport validity.

Unlike the DT1, DT2, and DT3 investor visas, holders of the DT4 investor visa are not eligible to convert it into a temporary residence card. As a result, foreign investors with an expiring DT4 visa but who wish to continue staying or working in Vietnam must:

• Renew the DT4 visa, or
• Apply to change the visa purpose in accordance with current immigration laws.

Depending on their long-term plans in Vietnam, investors can choose the visa category that best matches their needs and activities. For assistance with DT4 visa renewal, purpose change, or investment-related residence procedures, please contact (+84) 982 500 802 for detailed guidance.

Conditions to Apply for a DT4 Visa

To qualify for a DT4 visa, a foreign investor must satisfy all immigration and investment requirements under Vietnamese law. The following conditions must be met before lodging an application:

• Have a valid passport or internationally recognized travel document that meets legal standards.
• Be invited or sponsored by a qualified agency, enterprise, or individual operating in Vietnam.
• Not fall under any entry-ban categories listed in Article 21 of Law No. 47/2014/QH13.
• Provide full documents proving investment activities in Vietnam in accordance with the Investment Law.

Documents Required for a DT4 Investor Visa Application

Both the sponsor and the foreign investor must prepare a complete dossier, which includes:

• NA2 Form – Application for issuance of an approval letter for foreign entry into Vietnam.
• NA16 Form – Registration form for the enterprise’s seal sample and signature of its authorized representative.
• NA1 Form – Official visa application form for foreigners applying for a Vietnam visa.
• Legal documents of the guaranteeing company such as business registration certificate, investment registration certificate, or equivalent licenses.
• Proof of investment—this may include an investment certificate, capital contribution confirmation, or other documents verifying the investor’s stake in the enterprise.
• A clear copy of the investor’s passport.
• Two photographs sized 4x6cm with a white background.
• Additional documents requested by immigration authorities, depending on the specific case.

Once the full application is submitted, immigration officials will review the dossier and determine whether the investor qualifies for the DT4 investor visa.

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Investor DT4 Visa Procedures

Applying for a DT4 visa follows a structured process that requires cooperation between the sponsoring organization and the foreign investor. The full procedure for obtaining a DT4 investor visa is outlined below:

Step 1:

The sponsoring enterprise prepares and submits the complete set of documents needed to process the DT4 investor visa at the Vietnam Immigration Department.

Step 2:

Within approximately 5 working days, the Immigration Department issues the result in the form of an approval entry letter sent back to the sponsoring organization.
(If the investor chooses to receive the visa stamp at a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate abroad, the Immigration Department will fax or electronically notify the consular mission with the DT4 visa approval result.)

Step 3:

The sponsor informs the foreign investor of the approval and forwards the approval entry letter. The investor must then prepare all required documents as instructed in order to complete the next steps of the DT4 visa process.

Step 4:

The investor brings the DT4 visa stamping dossier to the address specified in the approval letter to finalize the visa issuance. DT4 visa stamping can typically be completed at:

• The Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in the investor’s home country
• An international airport border gate in Vietnam

Frequently asked questions

1. What is the DT4 visa fee for investors?

The visa stamping fee varies depending on the duration and number of entries requested. Government fees are as follows:

• Single-entry DT4 visa: 25 USD
• Multiple-entry DT4 visa (valid ≤ 3 months): 50 USD
• Multiple-entry DT4 visa (valid > 3 to 6 months): 95 USD
• Multiple-entry DT4 visa (valid > 6 to 12 months): 135 USD

2. How long does it take to process a DT4 visa application?

The Vietnam DT4 visa processing time is approximately 5 working days, with a maximum of 7–10 days, once the Immigration Department or Consulate receives a complete and valid dossier.

3. Can I sponsor my relatives for a TT visa if I hold a DT4 investor visa?

NO. Under Clause 18, Article 8 of the Immigration Law No. 51/2019/QH14,  TT visas (family visas) are granted only to relatives of investors holding DT1, DT2, or DT3 visas.

If family members of a DT4 investor wish to enter Vietnam, they must apply using an independent Approval Entry Letter as required by law.

4. Do foreign investors need a Vietnam Work Permit when applying for a DT4 visa?

NO. According to the regulations governing foreign nationals working in Vietnam under Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP, only business owners or capital contributors with an investment value of 3 billion VND or more are eligible for work permit exemption.