Procedures for reissuing lost temporary residence cards of foreigners

Reissuing lost temporary residence cards is a mandatory procedure to maintain legal residence status in Vietnam. The process for reissuing lost temporary residence cards requires foreigners to fully meet legal conditions and prepare accurate documents. The article below will provide detailed information about this procedure, from cases requiring card re-issuance, necessary conditions, required documents to implementation process.

Cases where temporary labor residence card is allowed to be re-issued

Temporary residence cards can be lost or damaged for many different reasons, and in these cases, foreigners need to carry out procedures to re-issue the card. Below are the cases in which foreigners can request a temporary residence card reissue:

• Expired card: When the temporary residence card expires and cannot be renewed, the foreigner must apply for a new temporary residence card.
• Lost or damaged: If the temporary residence card is lost or damaged (torn, information is no longer clear), foreigners need to carry out procedures to apply for a new temporary residence card.
• Change of personal information: If there is a change in personal information (such as name, date of birth, marital status), the card needs to be reissued to update the correct information.
• Change of residence status: In case a foreigner changes his/her status of residence (for example, from a student visa to a work visa), a temporary residence card needs to be reissued in accordance with the new status.

Application for reissue of temporary residence card

To apply for reissuing lost temporary residence cards, foreigners need to fully prepare the following documents, depending on each specific case:

• Temporary residence card application form (Form NA6, NA8).
• Application stating the loss of temporary residence card.
• 02 photos 2x3cm.
• Online temporary residence confirmation form or temporary residence confirmation form from the commune/ward police.
• Letter of introduction from the sponsoring company/organization.
• Valid work permit (if foreign worker).

Process for reissuing lost temporary residence cards

The process of reissuing lost temporary residence cards must follow these steps:

• Step 1: Prepare complete documents according to the above requirements.
• Step 2: Submit your application to the competent authority, specifically the Immigration Department in provinces and cities or the Immigration Department in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
• Step 3: Pay the temporary residence card reissuance fee according to regulations at the application receiving agency.
• Step 4: After the application is accepted, the foreigner will receive a new temporary residence card within 5-7 working days.

Things to note when issuing a temporary labor residence card due to loss

When carrying out procedures for issuing a lost temporary residence card, the following issues should be noted:

1. Valid work permit:

• Foreign workers need a work permit or work permit exemption that is valid for at least 12 months.
• If the work permit is not long enough, the worker needs to apply for a replacement visa.

2. Explanation for loss of temporary residence card: The person who has lost the temporary residence card must submit a written explanation clearly explaining the reason for the loss of the card along with the application for re-issuance of the temporary residence card.
3. Accurate photos and declaration: The application must have 2 2×3 cm photos, one photo glued to the declaration form and one photo attached to the application. It is necessary to ensure that the photos are new and up to standards.
4. Information about legal residence status: Provide documents confirming legal residence status in Vietnam, such as a declaration of temporary residence confirmation from the police agency or sponsored by a Vietnamese citizen.
5. Additional documents depending on the type of temporary residence card: Depending on the type of temporary residence card (labor, family visit, investment,…), foreigners need to provide additional documents such as work permit, investment permit, or documents proving family relationships.

Consulting service for reissuing lost temporary residence cards – Reliable and Fast

Reissuing lost temporary residence cards can sometimes encounter difficulties in preparing documents or carrying out procedures. Therefore, Long Phan Consulting Company provides consulting services and legal support in re-issuing temporary residence cards for foreigners, specifically:

• Instructions on necessary conditions to be re-issued with temporary residence cards for foreigners;
• Instructions for preparing documents to reissue temporary residence cards;
• Representing customers to submit documents to competent agencies;
• Consulting and support in preparing documents explaining the loss or damage of temporary residence card;
• Monitor the progress of processing documents and promptly notify the results of re-issuance of temporary labor residence cards;
• Support to answer questions about work visas, visit visas and other legal issues.

Frequently asked questions about procedures for reissuing lost temporary residence cards for foreigners

Below are some questions to help customers better understand the above procedure:

What should I do if my work permit is about to expire?

If your work permit is about to expire, you need to proceed with the procedure to extend your work permit before applying for a temporary residence card.

What requirements must a 2x3cm photo in the application to reissue a temporary residence card meet?

The 2x3cm photo needs to be a recent photo, with a white background, clear face and no glasses.

Do I need to submit original documents in my application to reissue a temporary residence card?

Normally, you need to submit notarized copies of the documents, and bring the originals for comparison when submitting the application.

Can I apply for a temporary residence card again or do I need to go through a guarantee company?

You can submit the application yourself, or through a sponsoring company if you are a foreign worker working at that company.

In case the temporary residence card is lost abroad, what documents are needed?

In case of loss abroad, you need to have a certificate of loss from a competent foreign agency, then the consular legalizes that document at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate abroad.

In case of changing to a new passport, is the old temporary residence card still valid?

In case of changing a new passport, it is necessary to carry out procedures to transfer the temporary residence card to the new passport.

If the information on the old temporary residence card is incorrect, can a replacement card be issued?

If the information on the old temporary residence card is incorrect, you have the right to apply for a new temporary residence card. You need to prepare documents to prove correct information.

Conclude

Reissuing lost temporary residence cards is an important procedure to maintain legal residence status in Vietnam. Customers need to fully comply with the process, prepare documents and provide reasonable explanations to complete this procedure. If you need further support or advice, you can contact us via the  hotline 0906735386 to have all questions answered quickly and accurately.