Is Vietnam about to launch a Golden Visa?

In the global race to attract high-quality capital, many countries have introduced Golden Visa programs long-term residency rights granted to foreign investors in exchange for minimum investments in real estate, stocks, or businesses.
In Southeast Asia, countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore have already implemented various forms of investor residency visas. So, is Vietnam considering launching a similar “Golden Visa” program? And what long-term residency options are currently available for international investors seeking to reside in Vietnam?

1. What is a Golden Visa?

A Golden Visa is an internationally recognized term referring to a long-term residency permit (typically 5–20 years) granted to investors or high-net-worth individuals who commit a minimum investment in the host country.
Common benefits include:

• Legal long-term residence
• Multiple-entry visa exemption
• Tax incentives, ability to purchase real estate, access to education and healthcare
• May lead to permanent residency or citizenship (depending on country).

2. Does Vietnam have a Golden Visa?

As of 2025, Vietnam does NOT yet have an official Golden Visa policy. However, the government has made increasing efforts to expand residency mechanisms for:

• Large-scale FDI investors
• Experts and talents in technology, education, and healthcare
• Foreign nationals seeking long-term residence in Vietnam

The idea of designing a Golden Visa-style residency category is currently under proposal as part of Vietnam’s strategy to attract high-quality FDI by 2030.

3. Current Long-Term residency options for investors

10-Year Temporary Residence Card (TRC – DT1)

• For foreign investors contributing ≥ 100 billion VND (~ USD 4 million)
• Valid for up to 10 years
• Can sponsor spouse and children
• No need to renew visa annually

See also: 10-Year Temporary Residence Card in Vietnam: Who Qualifies?

5-Year TRC (DT2)

• For investors contributing between 50–<100 billion VND
• Valid for 5 years
• Lower investment threshold and simpler procedure than DT1

Establish a Company + Long-Term Business Visa

• Register a 100% foreign-owned company in vietnam
• eligible to apply for dn / lđ / trc visas valid for 1–3 years
• Lower capital requirement, ideal for startups & smes

Temporary Residence Card via Family Sponsorship (TT)

• If the investor has a Vietnamese spouse or child, or a family member with a TRC
• Eligible for a TT-type TRC valid for 3 years​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

4. Equivalent Golden Visa programs in Southeast Asia

5. Should Vietnam introduce a Golden Visa?

Introducing a Golden Visa in Vietnam could:

• Strengthen the inflow of high-quality foreign capital
• Encourage investors to settle and grow long-term businesses
• Support Vietnam's ambition to become a regional innovation and financial hub

Experts recommend that Vietnam’s Golden Visa should prioritize:

• Sectors like technology, innovation, healthcare, and education
• Actual capital contribution and job creation
• ESG standards (Environmental, Social, Governance)

Although Vietnam does not yet offer an official Golden Visa, the country is progressively expanding long-term residency options for foreign investors through extended TRCs, business visas, and flexible investment mechanisms. In the near future, a "Golden Visa – Made in Vietnam" may well become a reality, enhancing the country’s ability to attract sustainable capital and boost its global positioning.
Are you an investor, international business, tech startup, or foreign expert looking to reside long-term in Vietnam? Contact Zora Consulting – a leading advisor in investment, FDI, visas, and residence services for foreigners in Vietnam.