A work permit is a required legal document for foreigners working in Vietnam, including Tay Ninh province (formerly part of Long An). With over 10 years of experience in work permit services, VisaNow will guide you through the complete process of obtaining a work permit in Tay Ninh.
Who can get a work permit in Tay Ninh?
Before applying for a work permit in Tay Ninh, employers must ensure foreign workers meet these 4 requirements:
- At least 18 years old
- Must pass a health check from an approved hospital
- Must have no criminal record
- Must work in one of these 4 positions:
- Experts
- Managers
- Executive directors
- Technical Workers
- University degree or higher (notarized and legalized copy)
- Document showing at least 2 years of work experience in your field
- Or 1 year of experience if you work in priority fields (finance, science, technology, innovation, digital transformation)
- Company charter or company rules
- Appointment letter for your manager position
- Business registration certificate
- Branch or representative office registration certificate
- Company organizational structure document
- Document showing at least 3 years of experience in a similar position
Special case: If you already worked in Vietnam before, you can use your old work permit or exemption certificate as proof of experience.
You have 2 options:
- Option 1:
- Vocational training certificate (at least 1 year of training)
- Document showing at least 2 years of work experience
- Option 2:
- Document showing at least 3 years of work experience
- No training certificate needed
Important note: If you have enough experience (at least 3 years) but no training certificate, contact us at HOTLINE 1900 63 63 50. We will help you find the right solution.
>> See more: For detailed guidance on preparing your job experience certificate to meet Vietnam’s requirements, including format and content standards.
Work permit application procedure in Tay Ninh (including former Long An province)
The application process has 3 main steps:
Step 1. Post a job advertisement for Vietnamese workers
This step shows that your company tried to hire Vietnamese workers first.
Time required: At least 05 working days before you submit your application
Where to post:
- Department of Employment website (moha.gov.vn)
- Tay Ninh employment service center (vieclamlongan.vn)
What to include in the advertisement:
- Job title and position
- Job description
- Number of workers needed
- Education and experience required
- Salary offered
- Work location and schedule
How to post: Post online on these websites (free of charge). Save the confirmation record for your application.
Who is exempt: Foreign contractors, short-term experts (under 90 days per year), or company internal transfers.
Step 2. Submit your work permit application
When to submit: Between 60 days and 10 days before the worker starts
Required documents:
- Application form (Form 03): This form explains why you need a foreign worker
>> Understanding how to properly complete the form for explaining the demand for foreign workers and applying for work permit is crucial for a successful application.
- Health certificate: From an approved hospital, valid for 12 months
>> Find comprehensive information about the health check for work permit in Vietnam, including approved hospitals and examination procedures.
- Passport copy: Notarized, must be valid for at least 6 more months
- Judicial record: Shows no criminal history, valid for 6 months
- Photos: 2 color photos, size 4×6 cm, white background, no glasses
- Work arrangement documents: Contract or assignment letter
- Position proof documents: As explained in the requirements section above
Important note about judicial records: You can let the system get this automatically, but we recommend getting it yourself first. This saves time. Foreign workers in Tay Ninh can get this from Tay Ninh Provincial Police. Processing takes about 3 weeks.
How to submit:
- Go to the National Public Service Portal (dichvucong.gov.vn)
- Search for “work permit for foreigners”
- Register a business account
- Upload all documents
- Sign digitally and submit
Processing time: 10 working days after they receive your complete documents
If rejected: They will tell you why within 03 working days
After submission:
- Sign the employment contract
- Send a copy if requested
- If the worker will work in multiple provinces, notify Tay Ninh authorities at least 03 working days before
Step 3. Receive your work permit
How to receive:
- Online through dichvucong.gov.vn
- Or at Tay Ninh Province Public Administrative Service Center
Work permit validity: Maximum 2 years (based on your contract length)
If documents are missing: They will notify you within 03 days. You can add documents online or in person.
With over 10 years of experience and more than 1,000 businesses supported each year, VisaNow is here to save you time, effort, and cost.
Here’s how we help you:
- Free consultation on eligibility and the application process
- Support with job posting and approval request from the labor department
- Accurate document preparation and online submission, helping you save up to 50% on state fees
- Application tracking and quick handling of any issues that arise
- Support for all job positions and nationalities
Work permit application fees in Tay Ninh
Official fees (according to Tay Ninh regulations):
- New work permit: VND 600,000
- Reissue work permit: VND 450,000
- Extend work permit: VND 450,000
Current discount: 50% off until December 31, 2025
Other costs:
- Health examination fees (depends on hospital)
- Judicial record fees
- Translation and notarization fees
- Consular legalization fees for foreign documents (like degrees)
Note: These costs do not include service fees if you hire a company to help you.
>> See more: For a detailed breakdown of all costs involved, including official fees and additional expenses, check our comprehensive guide on Vietnam work permit cost.
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VisaNow’s work permit service in Tay Ninh (including former Long An province)
With over 10 years of experience, VisaNow has helped more than 1,000 businesses annually successfully obtain work permits for foreign employees. When you use our work permit service for foreigners in Tay Ninh, we will:
- We choose the right job category from Vietnam’s 242 occupation list. Your documents will follow all rules correctly.
- We help you choose when to submit. We advise on qualifications that match your business. We check your business license compatibility.
- We prepare all forms correctly. We post recruitment announcements properly. No time wasted on corrections.
- Our team answers your questions anytime, even after office hours. We process documents fast.
- We support workers from Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan, USA, Europe, and other countries. We handle all industries including import-export, FDI, and international schools.
- You know the total cost from the beginning. No hidden fees. VAT invoice provided when needed.
>> To ensure a smooth, stress-free application process with the highest success rate, our Vietnam work permit service provides end-to-end assistance
Contact VisaNow via HOTLINE 1900 63 63 50 for all your work permit needs in Tay Ninh.
