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What are the residency requirements for applying in Hanoi?

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Hanoi Requirements 

I’m just looking at the requirements for hanoi and it states you have to be a legal resident? Does this mean you have to be a permanent resident or am i confusing it?

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The requirements for applying in Hanoi do not necessitate being a permanent resident. Individuals on a legal tourist visa qualify as legal residents, and proof such as hotel bookings or a selfie with a newspaper can be provided as evidence of current location. While there may be a short list of specific nationalities requiring residency, most can apply regardless.

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I believe there is a list of specific nationalities that are required to be residents of Vietnam to apply, but it is a very short list. Most nationalities can apply even if on a tourist visa

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If you entered the country legally then you are a legal resident

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You don't have to be a permeant residence, tourist on legal visa is enough to qualify as legal resident.... It;s online and they will ask for proof of current location in some cases like a selfie with a newspaper, at very least you should apply on Vietnam Wi-Fi.

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No you dont have to be a resident anywhere to apply. Just provide your hotel bookings to prove your address.

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