A promising destination for emigrants is Southeast Asia. Among the residents of the CIS countries, Cambodia, Japan, Korea, China and, of course, Vietnam are in demand. The state's migration policy is flexible, it simplifies the process of obtaining a visa for citizens of those countries, cooperation with which brings economic and political benefits. Russia is one of these countries.
How to move to Vietnam from Russia
In order to live in Vietnam on a permanent basis, you need to issue a permit to enter the country. It is allowed to stay on the territory of Vietnam without a visa no more than 15 days.
The visa that gives the right to enter Vietnam differs:
- By duration (1, 3, 6 months or 1 year);
- By the number of entries on the territory of the state (single or multiple entry visa).
For paperwork, you must provide:
- International passport;
- Application form in Vietnamese or English;
- Photos 2 pcs .;
- Entry permit issued by the government of Vietnam (Approval Letter).
You can apply for a visa in advance by contacting the official representation of the Republic of Vietnam, or submit documents after arrival (at the airports of the cities of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, Nha Trang).
Vietnamese are quite loyal, so visa refusals are rare. The reason for the ban on entry into the country may be:
- Violation of laws during a previous visit to Vietnam;
- Providing false data;
- Incorrectly completed application form.
Vietnam is a country in which the risk of contracting a dangerous disease is quite small. However, for complete confidence, before leaving the country, it is necessary to get vaccinated against typhoid fever, malaria and hepatitis A.
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Immigration to Vietnam
You cannot immigrate to Vietnam through study, marriage, or a family reunification program. Residents of Russia have only three legal options to stay in Vietnam:
- Apply for a long-term tourist visa;
- Apply for a work visa;
- Obtain a residence permit and subsequently submit documents for obtaining permanent residence status.
With a tourist visa, you can stay in the country for a maximum of 1 year. A residence permit gives you the opportunity to live in Vietnam, purchase real estate, and freely leave the country. It is worth considering that if you are outside the state for a period of more than 3 months, the residence permit is canceled. 5 years after the registration of the residence permit, you can apply for the status of permanent residence.
The prerequisites for obtaining permanent residence are:
- No criminal record;
- Knowledge of the Vietnamese language;
- Renunciation of previous citizenship;
- Length of residence in Vietnam more than 5 years.
To obtain permanent residence status, you must provide a number of documents. Namely:
- Completed application;
- Certificate of no criminal record;
- A document confirming knowledge of the state language;
- International passport;
- Residence permit card;
- Help from work;
- Certificate of payment of taxes;
- Marriage registration certificate (if any).
All documents must be completed in Vietnamese and certified by a notary. The term for consideration of the application is 115 days.
Immigration through employment
The Government of the Republic is extremely reluctant to issue work visas. A good chance to get them is from specialized specialists or from a person who received an invitation from some company. But even in this case, we are most likely talking about representatives of narrowly focused professions.
To immigrate to Vietnam through employment, you need to find a legal job and draw up an employment contract.
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In addition to the employment contract, you must provide:
- Medical certificate;
- Certificate of no criminal record;
- International passport;
- Diploma of Higher Education;
- Photos 2 pcs;
- A letter from the employer about the desire to hire a foreigner.
Knowledge of the Vietnamese language will be an advantage in employment. For most positions, English is sufficient.
A work visa will not be received by:
- Foreign citizens with a criminal record;
- Persons under the age of 18;
- Immigrants without education.
Immigration through the acquisition of real estate
Vietnam does not apply to countries that assign permanent residence status when buying real estate in the country. Although there is no official prohibition on the purchase of real estate by foreigners, there are a number of restrictions for non-residents.
A house or apartment can be bought by a foreigner who:
- Has invested in the Vietnamese economy;
- Is in an officially registered relationship with a citizen / citizen of Vietnam;
- Graduated from university or works in specialized enterprises.
Business immigration and investment
It is difficult to organize your own business in Vietnam. The country's economy is developing in accordance with the principles of socialism. Before moving to Vietnam and starting a business, you need to get the approval of the local government. In addition, all enterprises are required to pay a single corporate tax in the amount of 25%, income tax in the amount of 15–20%.
Popular options for your own business:
- Cafe;
- Restaurants;
- Hotels;
- Hostels;
- Souvenir shops.
Investments in the economy, as well as starting your own business, are welcomed by the government of the Republic, but do not give the right to obtain a residence permit or permanent residence.
Immigration through education
Studying at a Vietnamese university does not give the right to obtain a residence permit. You cannot enter a university with a tourist visa. In order to enter an educational institution in Vietnam, a student visa is issued. It can be obtained before arrival, if there is an invitation from an educational institution, or issued immediately after arrival.
In the second case, you need to enter the country on a tourist visa, then register in the training program (including language courses), and then change the status of the visa to a student one.
For admission, you must pass a number of entrance exams.
Vietnamese universities are not popular among residents of Russia and the CIS countries. This is due to the fact that teaching in universities is conducted in Vietnamese, which is not easy to learn. Russian is not used in lectures. In addition, Vietnamese diplomas are not valid in Europe and the United States, and the low level of knowledge gained does not allow graduates to find prestigious and highly paid jobs in Vietnam.
Most of the graduates work in the field:
- Agriculture;
- Tourism;
- Electronics.
The advantages of studying in Vietnam are the low cost (1-3 thousand dollars) and the opportunity to earn extra money while studying.
Immigration through marriage
It is impossible to obtain citizenship through marriage with a native resident of the country. To obtain permanent residence status, a spouse or spouse of a Vietnamese citizen must reside in the country more than 5 years, have no criminal record and know the state language.
The life of Russian immigrants in Vietnam
For expats, living in Vietnam is cheaper than in other Asian countries. For example, in Japan or China. However, despite the low prices, the level of salaries is poor. The minimum wage in the republic is total $ 150-200 per month. Highly qualified specialists receive about 1 thousand dollars
There is an opinion that Vietnam is not a very comfortable country for life. However, this is not quite true. Like all Asian countries, the Republic has a number of pros and cons.
Pros:
- Friendly local population;
- Warm climate;
- Low prices for groceries and rental housing;
- Most of the indigenous people are fluent in English;
- The opportunity to live by the sea.
Minuses:
- High humidity;
- Low wages;
- Tough conditions for those wishing to buy real estate;
- Prohibition of dual citizenship;
- Low level of education;
- Difficult language.
Before moving to Vietnam permanently, it is useful not only to study the job market and analyze all the pros and cons, but also to get acquainted with the reviews of compatriots who have already moved.
Olga:The most popular profession here is teaching English. In Nha Trang, my salary is about 900 dollars. This is enough for food, rent, travel and entertainment. However, not everything is as rosy as it seems at first glance. If you want to live by the sea, know that it is very dirty here. Unsanitary conditions are everywhere: in cafes, on the street and in markets. There are no sausages and cheese in stores. They can steal a wallet on the street, sellers sometimes cheat. But gradually you get used to it and stop paying attention.
Alexander:Any country has its pros and cons. Those who immediately found a job live well. The vacancies of a guide, a tour guide, a diving instructor, and a hotel administrator are popular on the coast. Waiters, maids, bartenders, etc. have enough money only for food and lodging. You can earn a little more only during the season.
Anton:Before the trip, we collected information about the country for a long time, read reviews and watched video clips. Arriving, we realized one thing - life here is very calm and measured. It is not expensive to live in Nha Trang, the local population is very friendly. We were accepted here, and we are glad of this turn of fate.
Vietnam is a classic Asian country with interesting traditions, a kind of cuisine that can please any gourmet, a lot of attractions and stunning landscapes. In addition, Russia and Vietnam are linked by diplomatic relations, which greatly simplifies the procedure for moving.
