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HOW TO GET A VISA/eVISA TO VIETNAM
If you are planning an adventure trip to Vietnam, we have good news for you. Vietnam e-visas help speed up the process of getting a visa to Vietnam. Gone are the days of lengthy paperwork and time-consuming embassy visits. In this article, we'll take you step-by-step through the online visa system, who can get one and how, as well as the remarkable opportunities it opens up for travelers. Just take 2 minutes of reading to get as much practical advice as you can, and then you can proceed with peace of mind to process your Vietnam e-visa.
Good news about the Vietnam visa extension in 2023
As of 15 August 2023, the Vietnamese government has officially decided to grant electronic visas (e-visas) to citizens of all countries and territories.
The validity period of e-visa is officially 90 days instead of the current 30 days. This means that foreigners who have been granted an e-visa can re-enter and exit Vietnam within 90 days without having to obtain a new visa. The list of international border crossing points where the e-visa is accepted has also been updated.
According to a government resolution on August 14, there are 13 airports that allow foreigners to enter and exit on e-visas, including the following: Noi Bai International Airport, Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Cam Ranh International Airport, Da Nang International Airport, Cat Bi International Airport, Can Tho International Airport, Phu Quoc International Airport, Phu Bai International Airport, Van Don International Airport, Tho Xuan International Airport, Dong Hoi International Airport, Phu Cat International Airport, Lien Khuong International Airport.
16 land border crossings allowing entry of foreigners with electronic visa, including: Tay Trang International Border Gate (Dien Bien), Mong Cai International Border Gate (Quang Ninh), Huu Nghi International Border Gate (Lang Son), Lao Cai International Border Gate, Na Meo International Border Gate (Thanh Hoa), Nam Can International Border Gate (Nghe An), Cau Treo International Border Gate (Ha Tinh), Cha Lo International Border Gate (Quang Binh), La Lay International Border Gate and Lao Bao International Border Gate (Quang Tri), Bo Y International Border Gate (Kon Tum), Moc Bai International Border Gate and Xa Mat International Border Gate (Tay Ninh), Tinh Bien International Border Gate and Vinh Xuong International Border Gate (An Giang), Ha Tien International Border Gate (Kien Giang).
13 maritime border gates allowing entry of foreigners with electronic visas, including: Hon Gai seaport and Cam Pha seaport (Quang Ninh), Hai Phong seaport, Nghi Son seaport (Thanh Hoa), Vung Ang seaport (Ha Tinh), Chan May seaport (Thua Thien Hue), Da Nang seaport, Nha Trang seaport (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon seaport (Binh Dinh), Dung Quat seaport (Quang Ngai), Vung Tau seaport (Ba Ria Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City seaport, Duong Dong seaport (Kien Giang).
What is the Vietnamese e-visa?
Vietnam Electronic Visa, also known as Vietnam eVisa, is an official travel document issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department to foreign visitors. It gives foreigners permission to enter and exit Vietnam multiple times within 90 days. It is considered the most convenient way to obtain a visa for Vietnam before departure.
The procedures for obtaining an electronic visa are relatively simple. Foreigners do not need to visit Vietnamese embassies abroad or use intermediaries to apply for a visa. The issuance of e-visas involves pre-approval, which allows immigration authorities to screen ineligible persons, ensuring better administration.
Currently, Vietnamese e-visas issued by the Immigration Department through the electronic system are valid for single and multiple entry.
Vietnam currently grants e-visas to citizens of all countries and territories.
With this type of visa, one can enter Vietnam through one of 13 airports, 16 land border gates and 13 sea border gates. Please note that you can only enter the country through the port of entry you have chosen in your e-visa application and which is indicated on the document.
Currently, Vietnam's e-visa is valid for stays up to 90 days from the date of entry.
Price for eVisa to Vietnam
An eVisa application costs USD 25-50, which is paid through an electronic payment gateway. Commonly used payment methods are ATM card or Visa, Mastercard, JBC, Amex.
Note: Payment for the e-visa application is non-refundable, even if your visa application is rejected or unused (as regulated by the Immigration Department).
Processing time for Vietnam e-visa
Your application will be processed within 3 working days (GMT +7). This means excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
Vietnam e Visa Requirements.
To be eligible for an eVisa, you must first meet the following criteria:
Have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of exit from the EU.
Be on the list of Vietnamese nationals who have been granted an e-visa.
Once you are sure you meet this condition, you can proceed with the preparation:
A portrait photo of you looking straight ahead and without glasses, 4x6 cm in size.
A photograph of the first page of your passport, which contains your full personal details and the ICAO lines
25-50USD in your bank account
These photos will be uploaded to the online application form.
Please note:
- The ICAO passport line should be captured clearly enough, avoid glare.
- Passport photo should be taken within 6 months and should not be a passport photo
How to apply for Vietnamese Evisa?
Are you ready to apply for a visa to Vietnam? Non-Vietnamese foreigners can apply for a Vietnam e-visa by applying to a visa service provider, by contacting the Vietnam Immigration Department directly, or by applying themselves at the official Vietnam e-visa website: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn.
This is the only official website of the Vietnam Immigration Department created through an electronic system. Other similar websites may be travel agency websites or fake websites. Click on the link and follow our step-by-step guide below. You can also visit the MFA for further details.
Phu Quoc is the only part of Vietnam where travelers from more than 80 countries can enter without a visa.
This exemption only applies if you do not leave the island. If you are planning to visit the mainland of Vietnam as well, you must enter Phu Quoc Island already with a visa, which you can apply for online or at the Vietnamese Embassy. Visa-free stay on the island is possible for a maximum of 30 days and is subject to a minimum passport validity of 6 months.
The visa-free regime on Phu Quoc was introduced in 2014 as part of the Vietnamese government's efforts to boost tourism and development on the island. This is because Phu Quoc is planned to be one of the main tourist destinations in Vietnam, offering not only beautiful surroundings but also modern infrastructure, services and entertainment.
Applying for a Vietnam visa online basically involves:
Fill out the application form
Upload qualified documents
Make payment
Follow up and wait for verification
#1. Visit the national immigration web portal
#2. Click on the FOR FOREIGNERS electronic visa box.
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#3. This page is a short tutorial and requires you to acknowledge reading it. Scroll down and check the box to complete this step. Click Next.
Note: It is important that you fill in your full name exactly as it appears on the ICAO line of your passport. If an error is made in this declaration, your application may be rejected by the Immigration Department.![]()
#4. Upload your personal photo and passport photo in the above size.
Note: Only images in jpg, jpeg, gif formats are accepted. Other image formats are rejected. In this case, you can resize the image using iloveimg or any way you know.
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#5. Scroll down and fill in all fields (the line with the red asterisk is mandatory). Click on the box to make sure all information is true information. Enter the captcha.
Note: Some information, such as your permanent address and nationality at birth, will automatically appear when you enter your current nationality. Please check carefully whether they are correct or not.
#6. When you click on the application form, the pop-up window below will appear. This means that the form is filled in properly. Then click on the OK button.
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#7. This is a summary page that you can double-check. You can still go back to the change information at this step. If everything is in order, continue by clicking on payment.
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#8. Check the request box and click the Pay e-Visa Fee button.
Note: Be sure to save your registration code so you can check your visa status later.
#9. Select the appropriate Visa/ Mastercard/ Amex card to make the payment
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- Check the status of your Vietnamese e-visa
After the processing time has elapsed (usually 3 working days), you can visit the Immigration website again to check the status of your e-visa.
Follow this link and enter your exact registration code as well as your email address and date of birth.
- Urgent e-Visa Vietnam
We all hope you can successfully apply for Vietnam e-visa. However, some first time travellers may forget the time or make mistakes during the process which may result in a late or unsuccessful visa. Please contact us for prompt assistance. Urgent electronic visa Vietnam is faster and more costly than a regular visa. However, it will actually help you avoid a long wait or a missed flight to Vietnam. The processing time is working hours 8-5 except Saturday and Sunday. Hotline: +84 799085660 (Whatsapp is also available). info@vietnamck.cz
Alternatively, you can apply for an URGENT EVISION on our website in the link below.
VIETNAM VISA APPLICATION
Please select below one of the options that suit you best, single entry or multiple entry visas to Vietnam.
URGENT INVITATION LETTER TO VIETNAM
$200
- Approval letter for Vietnam
- Sending by Email
- Visas granted at the airport
- Issued in send it to you by email within 24 hours, except on weekends
- Multiple entries to Vietnam
- Phone support
Conditions for entry into Vietnam after the Covid pandemic.
According to the Ministry's guidelines on entry rules for the reopening of Vietnam, foreigners entering the country are NOT required to submit a negative RT-PCR test within 72 hours before departure or 24 hours by rapid antigen tests, effective 15.5.2022. No vaccine will be required for entry. During the first 10 days, all visitors are required to monitor their health and inform medical staff if they show symptoms of Covid. You do not have to fill in the online arrival form on the website of the Ministry of Health before arrival. During their stay in Vietnam, they must also make medical statements and use the PC-Covid application. Children under the age of two are exempt from testing at Covid and can enter the country with their parents.
*If your visa application to Vietnam (approval letter) is rejected by the Immigration Department, there is no refund.