Vietnam Tourist Visa: Fees, Requirements & Urgent Processing

The Vietnam tourist visa (code: DL) is one of the most popular visa options for travelers visiting Vietnam for tourism purposes. To know more details about this type of visa, let’s go through the article below.

Types of Vietnam Tourist Visas you can get

There are various Vietnam visa types: e-visa, visa on arrival or an embassy visa, each suiting different entry points and timelines.

Note: U.S. travelers have an additional option: a 1-year multiple-entry visa

Traditional stick-on passport Vietnam tourist visa

Tourist Visa Fees & Processing Tiers

The standard tourist visa fee is fixed at $25 for single-entry visa and $50 for multiple-entry visa. However, if you need urgent processing, the price from the visa agency will vary by speed tiers. At UrgentVisaToVietnam, we offer e-visa expediting service with reasonable fee and on-time refund guarantee.

Requirements and documents needed

To be eligible for the Vietnam eVisa, you must meet the following criteria:

• Reside in a country other than Vietnam and currently staying outside Vietnam.
• Possess a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity at the time of application.
• Not be prohibited from entering Vietnam, as specified in Article 21 of the Law on entry, exit, transit, and residence of foreigners in Vietnam.
• Must have at least 2 blank passport pages
• Hold citizenship in one of the countries listed as eligible for Vietnam's e-Visa under the provisions of Decree No. 7/2017/ND-CP issued by the Vietnam Government.

You have to provide accurate information on the application form identical to your passport details. If you provide incorrect information, your application is likely to be rejected.

How to Apply for a Vietnam Tourist Visa

You should apply for a Vietnam tourist visa at least two weeks in advance. There are three common ways to apply:

• Embassy Application: Apply directly at the Vietnamese Embassy in your country.
• Visa on Arrival (VOA): If flying to Vietnam, apply for a visa approval letter through an agency, then obtain the visa stamp at the airport upon arrival.
• Evisa: Apply for an eVisa, which allows for a single-entry stay of up to 30 days. For longer stays or multiple entries, consider applying for a VOA instead.

Step-by-step guide to obtain Vietnam visa for tourists

Procedure to obtain an e-Visa to Vietnam

Step 1: Prepare your documents and photo

The following documents are required:

• A passport with at least six (6) months' validity from the date of application.
• A clear photo of your full passport data page in .jpg format, displaying your photo, personal information, and ICAO lines.
• A portrait photo in .jpg format, size 4x6, with a white background, facing straight, and without glasses.
• A temporary residential address in Vietnam.
• A valid international credit or debit card for the payment process.
• Your intended date of entry and exit from Vietnam.
• The specific port of entry and exit from the List of ports allowing e-Visa holders to enter and exit Vietnam (*).
• A valid email address for the registration.

Documents required to apply for Vietnam e-Visa

Step 2: Complete the online application form

Access the Vietnam tourist visa application form and enter the required personal and passport details as below:

• Your portrait photo (4x6)
• Your passport data page
• Your passport information
• Contact information
• Occupation
• Information about the trip

Accompanying children under 14 years old, trip’s expenses, insurance (if available)

You should follow this photo guide

Step 3: Review your information

Make sure the information you inputted is correct. If you provide inaccurate detail, your application can be rejected

Step 4: Pay the e-visa fee

Pay the government fee for your Visa. Payment can be made using an eligible credit or debit card. Currently, the fee for single-entry visa is $25 and multiple-entry visa is $50

Step 5: Track and download your e-visa

Once the application has been processed, you will receive a code to check the application status online. When the visa is ready, it will be sent to your registered email. It is recommended to print a copy of the e-visa and carry it when traveling to Vietnam.

Standard e-visa processing typically takes 3-5 working days or more during the busy season. If you are in a rush and need your visa to be processed faster than the regular timeframe, you can apply for a speeding up service with our urgent visa service.

Do you need a visa to go to Vietnam?

Until 2026, there are 38 countries whose citizens are eligible to go to Vietnam without visa for up to 45 days, including countries in ASEAN and some other countries. Phu Quoc island allows visa-free entry to all nationalities.

However, if your passport is not under visa exemptions, or you want to stay in Vietnam longer than the visa-free period, you can apply for the appropriate visa through UrgentVisaToVietnam.

Related blog post: Do I Need a Visa for Vietnam? Exemption Countries & Eligibility Check

Processing time can vary depending on individual circumstances and public holidays. Generally, it takes around 3-5 working days to receive the approval letter or e-Visa. In urgent cases, you can receive the approval letter or eVisa within 4-8 working hours by an emergency Vietnam visa service.

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