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Welcome to Friends Travel Vietnam’s Visa Department.

You need to obtain a Vietnam Visa if you travel to Vietnam

There are 3 ways to get an entry to Vietnam depending on your nationality:

  1. Vietnam visa exemption
  2. Vietnam E-visa
  3. Vietnam Visa Approval Letter for On Arrival 

New policies from 15th August 2023

  1. Vietnam grants e-visas for citizens of all countries and territories with 90-day stay duration and valid for multiple entry.
  2. Citizens of 13 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption can stay in Vietnam up to 45 days.

VIETNAM VISA EXEMPTION

Vietnam's new visa policy effective from 15th August 2023 extends stay duration for 13 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption from 15 days to 45 days, regardless of passport type and entry purpose. The 13 countries include: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, Russia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Belarus.


Below is the full list of 25 countries +Kazakhstan that are exempted from visa requirement:

Brunei, Myanmar, Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, The UK, The Philippines, Cambodia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Chile, Panama.


There is a special visa exemption for Phu Quoc Island, where visitors can stay for up to 30 days without a visa. However, if you plan to leave the island and travel to the mainland, you have to be required to have a valid Vietnam visa in advance.


VIETNAM ELECTRONIC VISA (E-VISA)

The Vietnam e-visa has become the most popular method for obtaining a visa since the discontinuation of visa on arrival services by the Vietnam immigration service. 

Currently, citizens from 80 countries are eligible to apply for an e-visa. The process is straightforward, and you can apply directly through the official website of the Vietnamese immigration service

Currently,Vietnam E-visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days, single or multiple entry. Once you have applied for the e-visa, it typically takes 3 to 4 working days to receive it.

The cost of the e-visa is 25 USD single entry and 50 USD for multiple entry

 You will need to print out the e-visa and present it upon your arrival in Vietnam. No additional fees are required upon arrival.

Important notes:  the process of applying for a Vietnam visa can take some time, so it is crucial to start the application process early and be prepared. It is important to understand the specific requirements and allow ample time for processing to ensure that you have the necessary visa before your planned departure.

When filling in the system for applying , please double check all the information and make sure  no mistakes in filling out the application form.

.The e-visa can be used at all international airports in Vietnam, as well as several land borders and sea ports, providing convenience and flexibility for you entering the country.

Here is the list of border gates that allowed foreigners to enter and exit Vietnam by E-visa.

13 international airports: Noi Bai (Ha Noi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa), Da Nang, Cat Bi (Hai Phong), Can Tho, Phu Quoc (Kien Giang), Phu Bai (Thua Thien Hue), Van Don (Quang Ninh), Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), Dong Hoi (Quang Binh), Phu Cat (Binh Dinh), Lien Khuong (Lam Dong).

16 land border gates: Tay Trang (Dien Bien), Mong Cai (Quang Ninh), Huu Nghi (Lang Son), Lao Cai, Na Meo (Thanh Hoa), Nam Can (Nghe An), Cau Treo (Ha Tinh), Cha Lo (Quang Binh), La Lay and Lao Bao (Quang Tri), Bo Y (Kon Tum), Moc Bai and Xa Mat (Tay Ninh), Tinh Bien and Vinh Xuong (An Giang), Ha Tien (Kien Giang).

13 sea border gates: Hon Gai and Cam Pha (Quang Ninh), Hai Phong, Nghi Son (Thanh Hoa), Vung Ang (Ha Tinh), Chan May (Thua Thien Hue), Da Nang, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Dung Quat (Quang Ngai), Vung Tau (Ba Ria - Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City, Duong Dong (Kien Giang).





VIETNAM VISA APPROVAL  LETTER  ON ARRIVAL

For countries that are not eligible for the Vietnam visa exemption or e-visa, the alternative option to travel to Vietnam is by obtaining a visa letter on arrival.  The visa approval letter  is issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department.This document is obtained through an International travel company.

Upon arrival at the airport in Vietnam, you need to present at the “ Visa On Arrival Department”:

+ The visa approval letter printed

+ Valid passport

+ Passport photo 4*6

+ Cash of 25 USD for single entry or 50 USD for multiple entry

Important: Please note: there are no cash points or ATMs at the airport prior to the Immigration Desk

Prepare all documents carefully before departure to make sure everything is arranged!

Go visit the Immigration Desk or Visa on Arrival Counter at the airport.

  • Hand over your passport + Visa on arrival letter + Visa application form.
  • Pay stamp contribution in $ USD.
  • Receive the visa stamp in your passport.
  • Check that all details of your visa stamp are correct and correct.


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