1. Overview of Visa Purpose Conversion
1.1 What is a visa?
A visa grants foreigners permission to enter, stay, and perform specific activities in Vietnam. Each visa type corresponds to a specific purpose (tourism, business, employment, visiting relatives, etc.).
1.2 When do you need to convert your visa?
You need conversion when: You entered Vietnam with a tourist or family visa but now wish to work legally. You found an employer willing to sponsor you. You need a work permit or work permit exemption.
1.3 Legal Basis
Based on: Law No. 51/2019/QH14. Decree 152/2020/NĐ-CP and amendments. Guidelines from the Immigration Department.
2. Visa Types Eligible for Conversion
DL → DN/LD. TT → LD. EV / DT / DN1 / DN2 → LD. Special business or organizational visas. Not all visas are convertible — Asia Legal Group will verify your case.

3. Standard Procedure to Convert Visa to Work Visa
Step 1: Eligibility & visa type check
Step 2: Employer’s approval for foreign labor usage
Processing time: 10–15 working days.
Step 3: Apply for Work Permit or exemption
Processing time: 5–10 working days.
Step 4: Convert visa or apply for Temporary Residence Card (TRC)
Processing time: 5–7 days.
Total estimated time: 30–45 days.
4. Required Documents
- Passport with 6+ months validity.
- Current visa.
- Criminal record.
- Degrees & certificates.
- Experience letters.
- Employer documents.
- Asia Legal Group handles translation, legalization, and document preparation.

5. Common Violations & How to Avoid Them
Frequent mistakes:
- Overstaying tourist visas.
- Using illegal visa services.
- Fake work permits.
- Employers failing compliance.
Consequences:
- Fines.
- Visa cancellation.
- Entry bans.
Prevention:
- Work with licensed legal experts.
- Ensure employer compliance.
- Avoid shortcuts.
- Asia Legal Group has extensive experience fixing refused and complicated cases.
6. Asia Legal Group Services
We offer:
- Visa & immigration consultation.
- Visa purpose conversion.
- Work permit & TRC application.
- Government liaison
- Long-term legal support for expats.
Nguồn:Asia Legal Group
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