@Tammi ****

Always required, for all DTVs.

Participant(e) anonyme Ah OK, I get it now. Well maybe you'll have to change your plans and attend classes/training.

Participant(e) anonyme It is not really a gray area. It is not allowed, but unless you behave like a fool, there's not much risk.

Participant(e) anonyme Why would it not be honest to apply via soft power? You are perfectly allowed to earn foreign sourced income on a DTV soft power visa...

Participant(e) anonyme If they catch you, yes. In your case, they're very likely to catch you, since you only have a 7-day permission to stay and they know it.

As regards the DTV remote work application: I'd consider a few months instead of a few weeks if you want a decent freelancer profile. Alternatively, apply via the soft power route.

Participant(e) anonyme Yes, I know this for sure.

Participant(e) anonyme Yes, you are in a difficult situation. I guess you have uploaded your visa or entry stamp (with a "admitted until" mention) with your application, so they know you're allowed to stay there legally for 7 days only... I don't know much about Vietnam. Is there no way to extend your stay without leaving its territory?

No, I haven't experienced this myself, I applied from my country of residence and did not leave.

Hi,

Yes you have to stay in Vietnam until your visa is issued/denied. No, you are not allowed to leave Vietnam during the process, even for a border run.