Latest documents and procedures for issuing APEC cards (ABTC)

Issuance of the APEC card (ABTC) helps businessmen shorten the time to complete entry procedures, creating favorable conditions for moving between APEC member economies. ABTC cards not only help save costs, but also show the business’s position and professionalism in international business activities. Let’s learn about the latest APEC card issuance documents and procedures through the article below.

In what cases is a new APEC card (ABTC) issued?

According to Clause 1, Article 13, Decision No. 09/2023/QD-TTg stipulates cases of new APEC card issuance including:

• Issue card for the first time;
• The old card is no longer valid;
• The business person has been reissued the card according to the provisions of Point a, Clause 1, Article 14 of this Decision;
• Businessmen have changes in personal information;
• Businessmen have a change in job position or place of work;
• Enterprises have changes in type and name;
• The businessman has completed serving the Court’s sentence.

Thus, the APEC card (ABTC) is renewed in many different cases, ensuring the rights of businessmen when there are changes in their identity, job or business, helping them continue to enjoy incentives during the process of moving between APEC member economies.

Application for APEC card issuance

The application for APEC card (ABTC) is specified in Clause 3, Article 13 of Decision No. 09/2023/QD-TTg, including:

1. 01 application form for ABTC card issuance according to the form TK06 in Appendix, with confirmation and stamped photo of business leaders or personnel organizations of economic sectors, specialized state management agencies on the activities of businesses;
2. 02 recent photos, size 3cm x 4cm, bare head, straight face, no glasses, white background;
3. Original document requesting issuance of ABTC card signed by the leader of the agency, organization or legal representative of the enterprise according to CV form 02 in Appendix;
4. Original document authorizing the use of the card from the competent authority.

Preparing complete and accurate documents for APEC card issuance (ABTC) according to regulations helps entrepreneurs shorten the approval time, ensuring the card application process goes smoothly and quickly.

Latest procedures for issuing APEC card (ABTC)

The latest APEC card (ABTC) issuance procedures are regulated to create favorable conditions for Vietnamese businessmen when traveling within the APEC bloc. Understanding the process, documents and necessary requirements helps ensure the approval process takes place quickly, minimizing the risk of application rejection.

Pursuant to Article 13 of Decision No. 09/2023/QD-TTg, procedures for issuing APEC cards (ABTC) include the following steps:

Step 1: Submit application

Agencies, organizations, and businesses requesting a new ABTC card for businessmen in the country submit 01 sets of documents directly at the Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security or online via the National Public Service Portal or the Public Service Portal of the Ministry of Public Security.

Step 2: Receive documents

If the application is valid, the Immigration Department and the Ministry of Public Security will receive and process it. In case the dossier is not valid, the Immigration Department and the Ministry of Public Security are responsible for guiding the completion of the dossier according to regulations.

Step 3: Check, review documents and license

In case of detecting suspicious signs, in addition to the above documents, the Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security requests agencies, organizations and businesses to provide additional relevant papers and documents for consideration.

If within 3 months the agency, organization, or enterprise fails to provide papers and documents, the Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security will not process the application and request the agency, organization, or enterprise to reapply for a written permission to use the ABTC card from the competent authority.

If the application is valid, the competent authority will issue a new APEC card to the requesting agency, organization or enterprise.

Step 4: Get results

Agencies, organizations, and businesses requesting to issue new ABTC cards to entrepreneurs can register to receive results directly or online through the Public Service Portal or through the public postal service.

In case of direct application, the agency, organization or business can send someone to submit the application and receive the results on behalf of the entrepreneur.

Note: Agencies, organizations, and businesses requesting to issue new ABTC cards to entrepreneurs must pay fees according to regulations.

APEC card (ABTC) application service at Long Phan Consulting Company

Long Phan Consulting Company provides a full package of APEC card (ABTC) application support services for businessmen who need to move smoothly within APEC. Service scope includes:

• Consulting on conditions for issuing APEC cards: Evaluate documents, determine criteria to meet legal regulations.
• Support in preparing and completing documents: Instructions on drafting documents according to the template, ensuring the documents are valid from the beginning.
• Representative for submitting and tracking documents: On behalf of customers, work with competent authorities and update processing progress.
• Support for complaints and additional documents (if necessary): Instructions for remediation when there are additional requests from the approval agency.
• Renew and reissue APEC cards: Support business people to renew or re-issue when the card expires, the card is lost or there is a change in information.

With a team of experienced experts, Long Phan Consulting Company is committed to helping customers save time and ensure the highest successful approval rate.

Frequently asked questions

Below are some frequently asked questions about applying for an APEC card:

What practical benefits does the ABTC card bring to businessmen?

ABTC cards help business people shorten the time to complete entry procedures, do not need to apply for multiple visas, and create favorable conditions for moving between APEC member economies.

In what cases do entrepreneurs need to apply for an ABTC card reissue?

Businessmen need to apply for a new ABTC card when the old card expires, is lost, damaged, or has personal information such as name, date of birth, or job position changed.

What types of documents are included in the application for a new ABTC card?

The dossier includes the card application form, portrait photo, card issuance request document from the business, and card use authorization document from the competent authority.

What is the written permission to use an ABTC card from the competent authority?

This document confirms that the businessman meets the necessary conditions to be issued an ABTC card and is allowed to use the card in international business activities.

In what ways can entrepreneurs apply for an ABTC card?

Businessmen can submit applications directly at the Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security, or online through the National Public Service Portal or the Public Service Portal of the Ministry of Public Security.

How long does it take to process applications and issue ABTC cards?

Processing time usually takes about 3 months, from the time the Immigration Department receives a valid application.

What do businessmen need to keep in mind when preparing portrait photos for card applications?

Portrait photos must be newly taken, size 3cm x 4cm, bare head, straight face, no glasses, white background.

In what cases do businesses need to provide additional relevant papers and documents?

Enterprises need to provide additional papers and documents when the Immigration Department detects suspicious signs in the records.

Conclude

Issuing an APEC card (ABTC) helps businessmen expand business opportunities and save time when moving between APEC member economies without needing to apply for visas multiple times. With support services from Long Phan Consulting Company, customers will receive detailed advice on conditions, documents and card issuance procedures, ensuring the highest success rate. Contact the hotline 0906735386 immediately for quick and effective support!