To enter Vietnam these citizens only need a valid passport with at least two blank pages.
For foreigners who are not visa exempt, they must apply for an e-visa.
Although being officially launched since 2017, Vietnam e-visa until now is still unfamiliar with some people. The following steps will give you a full, updated overview about how to get Vietnam e-visa, where to get Vietnam e-visa, validity of Vietnam e-visa.
Foreigners can apply for a Vietnam e-visa either directly with the Vietnam Immigration Department or ask for help from a service provider or a Vietnam visa agency.
If applying by yourself, please access through the official e-visa portals: evisa.gov.vn or thithucdientu.gov.vn.
HOW TO APPLY FOR VIETNAM E-VISA
1. Prepare necessary documents:
– Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your intended entry date and has at least two blank pages.
– Digital passport photo: A recent color photo (4×6 cm) with a white background, showing your full face without glasses.
– Passport data page scan: A clear scan of the biographical page of your passport.
2. Complete the online application form:
– Personal information: Enter your full name, date of birth, nationality, and other required details as they appear in your passport.
– Passport details: Provide your passport number, issue date, and expiration date.
– Travel information: Specify your intended entry and exit dates, and select your entry and exit points from the list of designated ports.
– Upload documents: Upload the digital passport photo and the scanned passport data page as per the specified requirements.
3. Pay the e-visa fee:
The fee is US$25 for single-entry and $50 for multiple-entry visas. Payments can be made online using international credit or debit cards.
4. Receive and print your e-visa:
Processing time is typically three working days. After approval, download and print your e-visa from the application portal.
5. Present your e-visa upon arrival:
Upon arrival in Vietnam, present your printed e-visa along with your passport at the immigration checkpoint.
Important notes:
– Accuracy: Ensure all information provided matches your passport exactly to avoid entry issues.
– Validity: The e-visa is valid for up to 90 days, allowing single or multiple entries, depending on your application.
– Entry points: Confirm that your chosen entry and exit points are among the designated ports that accept e-visas.
Vietnam e-visa holders can enter the country via 32 international checkpoints including airports, seaports and landports.
