For the foreign investor or entrepreneur, constant visa renewal is the biggest operational headache. The Temporary Resident Card (TRC) is the ultimate solution, securing your long-term status in Vietnam for up to 5 years. This guide outlines the essential path: acquiring a local company, securing your Work Permit, and finally obtaining the TRC. We cut through the confusion to show you how Saigon Cribs turns a complicated legal process into a seamless residency solution.
The Power of the TRC: Stability for Your Business and Life
The primary benefit of the TRC is stability. It allows for an extended, continuous stay without constant, disruptive border runs, providing the legal foundation essential for running a successful business in Vietnam. With a TRC, you have long-term peace of mind, freeing you up to focus on scaling your enterprise and enjoying your new luxury Saigon home.
The Three Pillars of Securing Your TRC
Navigating the legal pathway for long-term residency requires expert navigation of Vietnamese government regulations. Our integrated service breaks this process into three manageable pillars:
Pillar 1: Company Acquisition (The Legal Anchor)
A TRC is not granted easily—it must be explicitly linked to a Vietnamese entity. This company acts as your legal sponsor. Our expert service removes the complexity of setting up a new venture by helping you with the process of acquiring a Limited Liability Company that is clean and compliant. We then manage the process of transferring the Legal Representative status directly to you, establishing your legitimate business presence in the country.
Pillar 2: The Mandatory Work Permit (The Bridge)
The Work Permit is the mandatory legal bridge between your newly acquired company and the final TRC application. It formally legalizes your employment status within your Vietnamese entity. Without a legally compliant Work Permit, the TRC application cannot proceed. We stress its mandatory status for legal employment and continuous residency stability.
Pillar 3: The Seamless TRC Application
Submitting correct documentation to the Immigration Department requires precise knowledge of ever-changing local requirements. This is where our service shines.
- Highlighting Our Benefit: Your dedicated team handles all prerequisite registrations and applications, managing the complex paperwork on your behalf.
- Expedited Timeline: This preparation leads to an expedited TRC processing timeline, often taking a quick 7–9 working days after your Work Permit issuance. We manage the complexity; you collect the card.
Warning: Avoid the Legal Pitfalls
Many foreign investors waste time and capital by falling into common traps. These pitfalls reinforce why relying on expert execution is essential for executives:
- Using non-compliant companies or entities with unresolved tax obligations.
- Failing to update tax and labor registration details according to local schedules.
- Relying on outdated or generic legal advice that fails to account for current immigration rules.
Our integrated legal service eliminates these risks, ensuring your residency is established on a rock-solid, compliant foundation.
Your Long-Term Vision Requires Expert Execution.
Don’t waste valuable time navigating complex Vietnamese immigration laws alone. Our integrated service eliminates the complexity, managing the entire process from company acquisition to TRC issuance, allowing you to focus on your executive goals and your Seamless Start.
📞 Ready to Secure Your Residency?
For full details on timelines, required documentation, and to schedule a confidential consultation with our legal experts, please visit our dedicated service page:
➡️ Explore Full Business & Residency Service: https://saigoncribs.com/services/secure-your-long-term-future-business-trc-residency-services
Saigon Cribs: Your Seamless Start in Saigon. Your Home, Perfectly Prepared.

