1. Definition

According to Clause 11, Article 3, Law No. 47/2014/QH13, 

Vietnam visa along with other documents allow foreigners to get through entry/ exit procedures in Vietnam, often single or multiple entries with the validity and duration of stay varying by specific visa types. 

Foreigners can be granted a Vietnam visa before arrival to entry ports either through an eVisa or by applying at Vietnam Embassies/Consulates. Alternatively, applicants have the option of obtaining a visa on arrival (VOA) at Vietnam international airports, where their passports are stamped by authorities.

2. Eligibility

Most nationalities can apply for a Vietnam visa, except for exemption cases include:

- Foreigners from countries that Vietnam has signed the bilateral or unilateral visa exemption agreement for their country (See this article) 

- Those entering the coastal economic zones decided by the Government if fully satisfy the following conditions:

• having an international airport; 
• having their own designated space;
• having clear delineation of geographical boundaries, distinct from the mainland;
• being in accordance with socio-economic development policies and not jeopardizing Vietnam national defense, security, social order, and safety.

- Those holding APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) are exempted from Vietnam visa requirements for a stay of up to 60 days.

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3. General requirements

To apply for a visa and enter Vietnam with ease, you must make sure to possess these basic requirements:

• Original passport is valid for at least 06 months from the entry date and has 02 blank pages;
• Visa Approval Letter if you apply for Visa On Arrival;
• 02 passport size photos (taken no more than 6 months ago, straight looking, no hat, no glasses, polite clothes, white background);
• Entry/exit form;
• Government fee (if any);
• Work permit or work permit exemption for business, work visas (DN, LD) (if apply for Business Visa On Arrival);
• Invitation letter/Sponsor letter from Vietnamese companies (if apply for Business Visa On Arrival).

4. How it works

4.1. Apply at the Vietnam Embassy/Consulate

Applicants can get their Vietnam Entry Visa by visiting the nearest Vietnam Embassy/Consulate, with a processing time of 5-7 working days after submission.

4.2. Apply online with Vietnam-immi.Org

We are a team of experts in Vietnam Visa with more than 15 years experience & industry knowledge. Understanding the complexity of the Vietnam paperwork process, we aim to become the solution to your Vietnam visa application. You can choose to apply for eVisa or Visa On Arrival with us!

Our below working process is simple and effective, you don’t have to submit and keep track of applications by yourself. Just follow our guide and enjoy your trip to Vietnam without hassle. 

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