Vietnam•AsiaGovernment Work Visa (LV1) - Official Government Partner
At a Glance
Processing Time
3-5 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 12 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign nationals working with Vietnamese government agencies, parliament, and state organizations. Valid up to 12 months.
The LV1 government work visa is for foreign nationals working as partners with Vietnamese government agencies, including the Communist Party, National Assembly, Government, Courts, Procuracy, and State Audit Agency.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Education
Bachelor or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent photos
Sponsor Documents
Invitation letter
From government agency
Agency documentation
Government organization details
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Advantages
- Government partnership status
- Up to 12 months
- Can lead to residence card
- Extendable
Considerations
- Limited to government positions
- Requires government agency sponsorship
- Complex approval process
Application Process
Get agency confirmation
Vietnamese government agency confirms position
Obtain agency letter
Official invitation from government organization
Prepare government documentation
Agency details and employment terms
Apply at embassy/consulate
Submit LV1 visa application
Submit documents
Invitation and government documentation
Await approval
3-5 working days
Receive visa
Visa stamped in passport
Application Forms
LV1 Government Work Visa Application
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