Vietnam Requires VNeID for All Immigration Procedures Beginning June 1, 2026 – Significant Digital Transition for Businesses & Foreign Nationals

Vietnam Requires VNeID for All Immigration Procedures Beginning June 1, 2026

Hanoi, 24 June 2026 — Vietnam has accelerated its digital transformation in immigration services, requiring companies to use organizational VNeID accounts for all eligible immigration procedures effective June 1, 2026.

This significant policy change marks a key step toward full digitalisation of administrative services and will affect thousands of businesses and foreign workers across the country.

What Has Changed?

From June 1, 2026, the following immigration processes must be submitted through the organizational VNeID portal:

• Applications for entry approval letters for foreign nationals and their dependents

• Visa extensions

• Work visas (new and renewals)

• Exit visas

• Temporary Residence Cards (TRC)

• Other related immigration formalities

Individual applicants and companies without an organizational VNeID account will face difficulties completing these procedures through traditional channels.

Government Plans to Ease Access for Foreign Nationals

Recognising potential challenges for foreigners without Temporary Residence Cards, authorities have indicated they are working on solutions to allow non-TRC holders to register for VNeID accounts in the near future. Updates on this easing of requirements are expected soon.

Why Vietnam Is Implementing This Change

The move is part of Vietnam’s broader digital government strategy to:

• Streamline administrative processes

• Reduce paperwork and processing times

• Enhance security and transparency

• Modernise immigration management in line with international standards

While the transition aims to improve efficiency, it is causing short-term adjustments for companies and immigration service providers.

Practical Advice for Employers & Foreign Workers

For Companies:

• Register for an organizational VNeID account immediately if not already done.

• Update internal processes and train HR/immigration teams on the new portal.

• Build in additional lead time for all immigration applications during the transition period.

• Monitor official announcements regarding foreign nationals’ access to VNeID.

For Foreign Nationals:

• Coordinate closely with your employer or sponsor for any upcoming visa or TRC applications.

• Prepare all supporting documents in digital format.

• Stay updated on plans to allow non-TRC holders to register for VNeID.

Potential Impact:

• Temporary delays in processing during the initial rollout phase.

• Need for stronger digital literacy among HR and compliance teams.

• Smoother long-term operations once fully implemented.

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