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Vietnam Family Permanent Residence

Vietnam Residency
Pathway overview

At a glance

A foreign parent, spouse, or child of a Vietnamese citizen permanently residing in Vietnam may be considered for permanent residence after at least three consecutive years of qualifying temporary residence and proof of stable support and lawful accommodation.

Type
Family-based permanent residence
Good fit for
Parents, spouses, and children of Vietnamese citizens
Main requirement
Qualifying relationship, guarantee, 3 years, income, and accommodation
Application needed?
Yes
Decision
Authorities review the complete filing
Main limit
Permanent residence is considered by the authorities; TT status alone is insufficient

Summary

A foreign parent, spouse, or child of a Vietnamese citizen permanently residing in Vietnam may be considered for permanent residence after at least three consecutive years of qualifying temporary residence and proof of stable support and lawful accommodation.

Pathway fit check

Eligibility

This pathway may fit when the following route-specific requirements are met:

What This Route Allows

Permanent residence, once granted, allows indefinite residence and use of a permanent residence card under the statutory rules.

What This Route Is Not

A TT visa, temporary residence card, marriage alone, or a more distant family relationship does not automatically establish this route.

Next Steps

  1. Confirm the Vietnamese citizen's permanent residence and the qualifying relationship.
  2. Obtain the applicant's three-year residence history.
  3. Prepare the family guarantee, accommodation, income, police, and identity records.
  4. File with the competent immigration authority.
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