Visiting relatives (symbol VR)
Applicants visiting relatives or entering for other purposes under symbol VR (MOFA).
- StayThe VR visa is valid for up to 180 days
- ValidityUp to 180 days
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The VR visa is issued to foreigners entering Vietnam to visit relatives or for other purposes. It is valid for a maximum duration of 180 days and can be issued for single or multiple entries.
- Who it is for
- Applicants visiting relatives or entering for other purposes under symbol VR (MOFA).
- Stay
- The VR visa is valid for up to 180 days
- Validity
- Up to 180 days
- For visiting relatives. Not employment.
Who this is for
Applicants visiting relatives or entering for other purposes under symbol VR (MOFA).
- What you need to show
- The VR visa is for foreigners coming to Viet Nam to visit relatives or for other purposes.
- Work
- Not employment.
- Sponsor
- An agency, organisation or individual in Viet Nam must invite or sponsor you. Vietnamese citizens living in Viet Nam and foreigners with a permanent or temporary residence card can sponsor visitors, with papers proving the relationship.
- Renewal
- When a visa expires, it will be considered for the issuance of a new visa.
Visiting relatives (symbol VR)