Study (DH) Visa in Vietnam

The Vietnamese study visa allows you to stay in the country for up to 1 year. You must be accepted by a Vietnamese educational institution before applying.

What can you do with a DH Visa in Vietnam?

Allowed with DH Visa:

  • Long-term study programs/degrees
  • Internships or training programs
  • Temporary residence registration
  • Multiple-entries
  • Extensions are allowed if the study program is longer than the initial visa duration

❌ Not Allowed with DH Visa:

  • Employment or working for compensation
  • Business activities (management, signing contracts, negotiation talks)
  • Changing educational institutions

How to get a study visa in Vietnam?

Upon being accepted into a Vietnamese study program by a recognized educational institution (university, college, or other government-approved establishments), you are eligible to apply for a DH visa.

The following documents are necessary for securing the DH Visa:

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Acceptance letter/document from an educational institution recognized by the Vietnamese government
  • Health insurance covering the duration of stay may be required
  • Proof of financial means to support their stay may be required