Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens holding ordinary passports need a visa to enter Vietnam. They can apply for an e-visa or a visa on arrival. This article will provide the necessary information regarding Vietnam visas for citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Yes. Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens need a valid visa to enter mainland Vietnam. There is no visa exemption agreement between Vietnam and Saint Kitts and Nevis.
The main exception is the Phu Quoc visa exemption.
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens can visit Phu Quoc visa-free (Source: Báo Điện tử Chính phủ)
Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders can visit Phu Quoc Island without a visa for up to 30 days, provided they:
This exemption does not permit unrestricted travel to mainland destinations such as Hanoi, Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City..
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online or obtain a pre-approved visa on arrival.
Vietnam has no resident embassy in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Its Embassy in Cuba is identified as the concurrently accredited mission.
The Vietnam e-visa is available to Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens for stays of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entries.
Applicants need a valid passport, a passport photograph and an image of their passport information page. They can apply through the official Vietnam e-visa portal.
For detailed instructions, see our Vietnam e-visa application guide.
Noi Bai and Tan Son Nhat airports can issue visa on arrival (Source: collected)
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens may obtain a Vietnam visa on arrival in eligible cases, but they must secure the appropriate visa approval letter before departure.
Unlike countries offering visas automatically upon arrival, Vietnam does not generally issue visas simply because a traveler arrives at the airport.
The process involves obtaining the required approval letter before traveling and arriving at Vietnam international airport to process the approved visa.
Please note that the Vietnam visa-on-arrival fee must be paid in cash, card payments are not accepted.
Vietnam e-visa government fees are the same for Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens as for other eligible nationalities.
|
Visa type |
Government fee |
Validity |
|
Single-entry e-visa |
$25 |
Up to 90 days |
|
Multiple-entry e-visa |
$50 |
Up to 90 days |
|
Pre-approved visa on arrival |
Varies |
Depends on approval |
E-visa government fees are non-refundable, including when an application is refused.
Visa-on-arrival assistance fees and applicable airport stamping fees are separate. Private agency service fees are not included in the government e-visa fees.
The table below outlines the fees for UrgentvisatoVietnam’s expedited visa processing services.
|
Processing time |
New single-entry Vietnam e-visa |
New multiple-entry Vietnam e-visa |
Expedited pending Vietnam e-visa |
|
Weekend/ holiday |
$295 |
$320 |
$185 |
|
15-30 mins - last-minute (business day) |
$295 |
$320 |
$295 |
|
1 business HOUR |
$185 |
$210 |
$175 |
|
2 business HOUR |
$155 |
$180 |
$145 |
|
4 business HOUR |
$102 |
$129 |
$75 |
|
1 working DAY |
$92 |
$119 |
$65 |
|
2 working DAYS |
$72 |
$99 |
$45 |
|
3 working DAYS |
$62 |
$89 |
$35 |
|
4-5 working DAYS |
$52 |
$79 |
x |
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens who need a visa urgently can seek assistance with:
UrgentVisaToVietnam provides Vietnam emergency visa assistance for time-sensitive travel. To receive your Vietnam visa hassle-free, call us +84.904.879.729/+1 (778) 788 2310
Vietnam visa does not require financial proof (Source: Bao Dien Tu Chinh Phu)
No. Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens do not need to submit proof of funds when applying for a standard Vietnam e-visa.
The standard online application does not require:
The official e-visa application requirements focus on passport information, a portrait photograph and the application details.
For other visa categories or applications handled through a Vietnamese diplomatic mission, additional supporting documents may be requested depending on the case. Applicants should follow the requirements of the relevant issuing authority.
Vietnam visa do not allow you to travel across ASEAN (Source: Dan Tri)
A Vietnam visa only provides permission to seek entry into Vietnam. It does not grant visa-free access to other countries.
Unlike a Schengen visa, a Vietnam visa is not a regional visa covering multiple countries. Although ASEAN countries allow citizens from within the bloc to travel visa-free, individuals from other countries are not permitted to travel across borders without undergoing border controls.
Yes, in certain cases. Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens may be eligible for an extension or a new visa while in Vietnam, but approval is not automatic.
Visa extensions depend on the visa category, purpose of stay and applicable immigration requirements. Travelers should not assume that a tourist e-visa can be extended simply by submitting a request.
E-visa holders may be considered for a new visa without leaving Vietnam if an eligible Vietnamese organization or individual sponsors the application and immigration authorities approve it.
Travelers can leave Vietnam and apply for a new visa before returning. However:
Yes. Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens married to Vietnamese citizens can stay in Vietnam long-term by applying for Vietnamese citizenship or a five-year visa exemption certificate.
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens married to Vietnamese citizens can apply for Vietnamese citizenship without automatically giving up their original nationality.
Under Vietnam's amended Nationality Law, eligible foreign spouses:
Dual citizenship is permitted in qualifying cases, but retaining Saint Kitts and Nevis citizenship requires approval from the President of Vietnam.
Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens married to Vietnamese citizens can apply for a five-year visa exemption certificate instead of obtaining Vietnamese citizenship.
The certificate allows repeated visits without applying for a new visa each time. It does not automatically grant continuous residence for five years.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens get a Vietnam visa online?
Yes. Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens can apply for an e-visa through evisa.gov.vn without visiting a Vietnamese embassy.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens get a Vietnam visa on arrival without an approval letter?
No. Travelers using the pre-approved visa-on-arrival route must obtain the required approval before departure. Simply arriving at a Vietnamese airport does not qualify them for a visa.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens work in Vietnam with an e-visa?
An e-visa does not itself authorize employment. Foreign nationals must satisfy Vietnam's applicable work permit requirements or qualify for a legal exemption before working.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens enter Vietnam multiple times with one visa?
Yes, if they hold a valid multiple-entry visa. A single-entry visa permits only one entry.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens apply for a Vietnam visa while living abroad?
Yes. They can apply for a Vietnam e-visa from another country without returning to Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Can Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens stay in Vietnam with their Vietnamese spouse?
Yes. They may qualify for a family-based visa, temporary residence card or five-year visa exemption certificate, depending on their circumstances. Marriage does not automatically grant permanent residence or citizenship.