When applying for a Vietnam work permit for foreign employees, the work experience confirmation letter is one of the most important documents. This document proves that the foreign worker has the skills and experience needed for their job in Vietnam. In this article, VisaNow will guide you step by step on how to prepare this letter correctly. Let’s start!
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What is a work experience certificate for foreign workers?
A work experience certificate is a document that shows your past jobs. You need this paper to get a work permit in Vietnam. It shows Vietnamese officials that you have enough experience for your job.
The certificate must be correct and complete. If there are mistakes, your work permit may be rejected.
Important note: This certificate is just one part of your Vietnam work permit application. Make sure you prepare all required documents properly.
What information must be included in a work experience certificate?
Your work experience confirmation letter must include these details:
Company information:
- Company name
- Company address
- Type of business
Employee information:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Passport number (if available)
Job details:
- Job position and title
- Job responsibilities and duties
Work experience period:
The required work experience depends on your job position according to Decree 219/2025/ND-CP:
- Experts: At least 2 years of related work experience (or 1 year for priority fields like finance, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation)
- Executive directors: At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Technical workers: At least 1 year of training plus 2 years of work experience, or at least 3 years of work experience
- Managers: No minimum experience required
Official confirmation:
- Company signature and stamp
- Date of confirmation
Make sure your past work matches the job you want in Vietnam. If there are differences between your experience and your new job, your application might be rejected.
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Requirements for a valid work experience certificate
When getting a work experience certificate, remember these important points:
- The certificate must be legally certified by a consulate and translated into Vietnamese with official certification
- The information must be 100% correct. When preparing the document, make sure to:
- Write the full name, address, and phone number of your past company
- Include what business your past company does
- Make sure your job title in the certificate matches your work permit application
- Write the exact start and end dates of your employment
- Check that your name, birth date, passport number, and nationality match your other documents
Officials check this document carefully. They want to make sure you qualify for your job.
If you have questions about this document or need help with your work permit application, please call our HOTLINE 1900 63 63 50 for free advice.
