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Vietnam visa on arrival is becoming increasingly popular among tourists coming to Vietnam because of its convenience and easy procedures. To successfully apply for a visa on arrival in Vietnam, you need to understand the application process, required documents and fees. Here are all guidelines for getting a Vietnamese visa on arrival. 

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1. How to apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA)

Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA) is a pre-approved visa that allows travelers to apply for and receive their visa at one of Vietnam’s six available international airports. This option is only available for those entering Vietnam by air, not by land or sea. Applicants for a visa on arrival must submit an online application and pay a fee. This approval letter will then be sent to the traveler via email, allowing them to pick up their stamp upon arrival at the airport. For UK citizens, you now can apply for Vietnam visa on arrival UK

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Vietnam visa on arrival is one of the most popular Vietnam visa choices

To apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival, you must take the following three steps: (1) apply for a Vietnam visa online form online; (2) receive an approval letter via email; (3) get your visa stamped upon arrival at one of the approved airports in Vietnam.

1.1 Complete Vietnam visa application form and pay fees services

The first step of the application process for a Vietnam visa on arrival will be completed with a computer and internet.

  • Complete the online Vietnam visa application form and pay for service fee.
  • Complete the secured application form with all required information, such as full name, date of birth, passport number and arrival date.
  • Always double-check all information to ensure accuracy.
  • Pay for your services by credit card, debit card, PayPal account or Western Union.

* The full online process to apply for a Vietnam visa takes less than 5 minutes for most applicants.

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You can fill in Vietnam visa on arrival form online

1.2 Receive the approval letter via email

After your submission and payment, we will start processing your visa with the Immigration Department. Within 5- 7 working days (or even 2- 3 working days with our super urgent service), you will receive your Vietnam visa approval letter and the entry-and-exit application form by email.

You then print out the forms, complete them and prepare two passport-sized photos. You also need your original passport (valid for at least six months following your entry date) and cash for the stamping fee.

1.3 Get Vietnam visa stamped upon arrival at Vietnam airport

To get a Vietnamese visa on arrival, you need to show your visa approval letter, completed entry/exit form and your original passport; pay for stamping fee; then receive a stamp on your passport from an Immigration Officer at one of the international airports in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Nang or Hai Phong.

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You can get visa on arrival in Vietnam at the airport

The following are a list of international airports in Vietnam that you can receive Vietnam visa on arrival: 

  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport
  • Noi Bai International Airport
  • Da Nang International Airport
  • Cam Ranh International Airport
  • Phu Quoc International Airport
  • Phu Quoc International Airport
Notes:

  • A Vietnam visa on arrival is available for air travelers entering Vietnam. Those arriving by land or cruise must contact the local Vietnamese embassy to obtain a full visa before departure.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the arrival date in Vietnam.
  • A Vietnam visa on arrival must be picked up at Vietnam airports after landing. For detailed information about picking up your visa on arrival, visit the website of the Vietnam Immigration Department .
  • If you travel with children with their own passports, you must pay the same fees as adults.
  • The stamping fee at Vietnam airport is payable only in cash. No credit cards are accepted.
  • No website provides information about the visa on arrival service. All websites offering pre-approved visa letters are private agencies. Do not be confused by the large number of websites with organizational internet domain names (org, gov, etc.).

 

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2. Who is eligible for a Vietnamese visa on arrival?

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Not everyone can obtain a Vietnam visa

To get the correct answer to the question, “Can I get a visa on arrival in Vietnam?” Please read the following information carefully. Vietnamese visas on arrival are typically available for travelers who are unable or unwilling to apply for a visa in advance through a Vietnamese embassy or consulate or who need to apply for a visa at short notice. The following groups of people are typically eligible for benefits: 

  • Tourists: Foreign travelers visiting Vietnam for leisure or holiday purposes may apply for a tourist Vietnam visa on arrival.
  • Business travelers: Foreign nationals visiting Vietnam for business purposes such as attending conferences, meeting clients, or conducting research may apply for a business Vietnam on arrival visa.
  • Transit passengers: Foreign travelers who do not plan to leave the airport and are transiting through Vietnam are not eligible for a visa on arrival in Vietnam.
Note: Vietnamese visa on arrival is available on arrival for some nationalities. However, some travelers may need to apply for a regular visa at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate in their home country before traveling to Vietnam. Travelers should check the latest information on visa requirements and the availability of the visa on arrival option before planning their trip.

 

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3. Vietnam visa on arrival fees

The fee for a Vietnam visa on arrival depends on the type of visa you apply for. The following is an example of Vietnam visa fees 2023: 

TYPE OF VISA SERVICE FEES STAMPING FEE
Single entry – 1 month 40 USD 25 USD
Multiple entry – 1 month 65 USD 50 USD
Single entry – 3 month N/A N/A
Multiple entry – 3 month N/A N/A
Multiple entry – 12 month (US passports) N/A N/A

* The stamping fee must be paid in cash at Vietnam airport and in Vietnamese Dongs (credit cards are not accepted).

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4. Frequently Asked Questions

4.1 Can I get a visa on arrival in Vietnam?

Some nationalities are eligible for a Vietnam visa on arrival, but others must apply for a regular visa at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate. Travelers are advised to check the latest information on visa requirements and the availability of the visa on arrival Vietnam option before planning their trip.

4.2 How long can you apply for an approval letter?

You can apply for a visa approval letter at any time convenient for you. Still, we recommend you use at least 5-7 working days (for Vietnam tourist visa) or 10 working days (Vietnam business visa) in advance to avoid emergency fees. Your visa approval letter becomes valid from your granted arrival date, not from the date of application or the date of issuing your letter.

4.3 Can I apply for a Vietnamese visa on arrival at Vietnam airports?

No, you cannot. To obtain a Vietnam visa on arrival at a Vietnamese airport, you must first apply for a pre-approved visa letter through a Vietnamese agency. Without this letter, you can’t board the plane. The process differs from other countries where visas can be obtained directly at border gates.

4.4 Do I have to pay fees for services at Vietnam airports?

The fee for a Vietnam visa includes both the approval letter fee and the airport stamping fee.

4.5 What documents do I need for the application process?

Please find below the required information to process your visa on arrival and what you will need at the Vietnam airport.

1 – To obtain an approval letter for the Vietnam visa on arrival, you must submit information including Full name (the same as in passport), date of birth, nationality, passport number, travel dates, purpose of visit, type of visa. 

2 – Upon your arrival at the Vietnam airport, please show approval letter (hard copy), two (02) passport size photos, entry/exit form, original passport, stamping fee (by cash)

 

In short,  Vietnam visa on arrival is a visa issued for travellers entering Vietnam by air. This option will be great for people far away from the Vietnam embassy/consulate as it can save time and cost. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

Wolo International Travel Service and Commercial Investment Joint Stock Company

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