How can Russian-speaking expats in Da Nang handle visa and legal paperwork — business-based residency, consulate power of attorney, or Schengen visa assistance?
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
TL;DR
In Da Nang expats can pursue residency via business registration (sole proprietorship), get a power of attorney notarized through the Russian consulate (takes days to weeks), and find local agencies that assist with Schengen visa applications.
What the community said
There are visa agencies operating in Vietnam that help Russian citizens apply for a Schengen visa locally, without needing to return to Russia.
2 days ago
A general power of attorney for someone in Russia can be issued through the Russian consulate in Vietnam; processing time ranges from a few days to a couple of weeks depending on workload.
2 days ago Russian consulate
Some expats consider obtaining residency by registering a sole proprietorship (individual entrepreneur) in Vietnam, drawing comparisons to Thailand where Russian-owned businesses are common; formal employment with Russian-speaking employers is also discussed as a legalization route.
2 days ago Sole proprietorship (individual entrepreneur)