1. Conditions for applying for a Vietnam tourist visa
Foreigners who want to apply for a tourist visa to Vietnam need to meet the following basic conditions:
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Valid passport : Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam and must not be torn or have blurred numbers.
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Not subject to entry ban : Visa applicants must not be on the list of prohibited or restricted entry into Vietnam.
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Clear purpose of entry : Must prove the purpose of entry is for tourism, possibly through itinerary or hotel booking.
2. Ways to apply for Vietnam tourist visa for foreigners
Foreigners can enter Vietnam for tourism in one of the following ways:
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Visa exemption : If a foreigner is a citizen of one of the countries on the list of countries exempted from Vietnam visa, he/she does not need to apply for a visa.
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Apply for tourist visa : have a travel company in Vietnam to sponsor
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Apply for Evisa (electronic visa) : is a form of online visa application. Foreign individuals register themselves on the website : https://evisa.gov.vn/
3. Time limit for applying for Vietnam tourist visa for foreigners
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Vietnam tourist visa exemption: 14 – 45 days (maximum 90 days for Chile, Panama and citizens with Apec card);
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Evisa: 30 – 90 days (single or multiple exits);
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Tourist visa: up to 90 days
List of countries exempted from Vietnam tourist visa:
STT
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Nationality
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Retention time
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Import purpose
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01
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Brunei
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14 days
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Not specified
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02
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Myanmar
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14
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Visit
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03
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Cambodia
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30 days
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Not specified
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04
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Indonesia
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30 days
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Not specified
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05
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Kyrgyzstan
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30 days
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Not specified
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06
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Laos
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30 days
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Not specified
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07
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Malaysia
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30 days
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Travel; participate in press and media activities; go on official business; visit relatives; negotiate trade; invest; participate in sports activities; attend conferences and seminars.
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08
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Singapore
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30 days
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Such entry is not for the purpose of income-generating activity.
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09
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Thailand
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30 days
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Not specified
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10
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Norway
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45 days
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Not specified
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11
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Belarus
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45 days
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Not specified
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12
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Korea
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45 days
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Not specified
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13
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Denmark
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45 days
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Not specified
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14
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Finland
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45 days
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Not specified
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15
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Virtue
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45 days
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Not specified
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16
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IDEA
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45 days
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Not specified
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17
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Japan
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45 days
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Not specified
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18
|
Russia
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45 days
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Not specified
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19
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UK (excluding holders of British National Overseas – BNO passports)
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45 days
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Not specified
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20
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France
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45 days
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Not specified
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21
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Sweden
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45 days
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Not specified
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22
|
Spain
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45 days
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Not specified
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23
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Chile
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90 days
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Such entry is not for the purpose of income-generating activity.
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24
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Panama
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90 days
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Such entry is not for the purpose of income-generating activity.
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25
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APEC
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90 days
|
|
26
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Philippines
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21 days
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Not specified
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1. Form of applying for tourist evisa
The E-visa application process takes place through the following steps:
Step 1: Visit the website: Go to https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/trang-chu-ttdt to start.
Step 2: Select visa type: Click on “ Register for E-visa ” for foreigners.
Step 3: Fill in personal information: Provide complete information as required such as full name, gender, date of birth, nationality and passport information.
Step 4: Upload documents: Upload a portrait photo and a passport scan.
Step 5: Pay the fee: Use a bank card to pay the E-visa application fee (American Express cards are not accepted).
Step 6: Visit https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search after a few days, enter the required information in the search box to check the status of the e-visa processing:
Step 7: Receive a link to download and then print the e-visa after your visa application is approved.
Step 8: Present your e-visa or verification code at the port of entry into Vietnam.
Processing time: 3-5 days
2. Application form through a travel company
Contact a travel agency in Vietnam, they will do all the procedures for foreigners to enter Vietnam. You just need to prepare some information:
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Passport (scanned copy);
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Travel itinerary (file).
1. Vietnam tourist visa application fee for foreigners
Visa fees will depend on the duration and number of exits:
STT
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Visa Type
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Stamping fee
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01
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1 month visa, single entry
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25$
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02
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1 month visa, multiple entries
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50$
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03
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3-month visa, single entry
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25$
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04
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3-month visa, multiple entries
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50$
|
2. Tourist Visa application service at HLA
If you only need to travel to Vietnam for a short-term tour, Evisa is a suitable choice for you because:
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Completely online process
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Fast processing time (2-3 days)
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No direct interview
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Lower cost than traditional methods
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Support multiple languages
However, the evisa application fee is non-refundable if your application is rejected or if there is any incorrect information on your visa provided by you in the application form. To avoid the risks of both costly expenses and time-consuming procedures leading to over-entry, please refer to the evisa service at HLA :
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Fast procedure
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Get results on time
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Accurate and legal advice
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Handle difficult, rejected cases
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Express evisa processing (if you need it)
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Best price on the market
3. Can a tourist visa be extended?
No. Tourist visas are valid for a maximum of 90 days and cannot be extended.
a. What should I do if my tourist visa expires and I want to stay in Vietnam?
If a foreigner wants to stay in Vietnam after the tourist visa expires, he/she can convert the visa through one of the following methods:
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Work Visa (LD): with Work Permit
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Investment Visa (DT): with Investment Certificate
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Visiting visa (TT): with individual sponsor
b. Can I apply for a tourist visa at the border?
Yes, you can apply for a visa at an international border gate if you have prepared a valid entry permit to Vietnam and other necessary documents. However, this process requires you to have a guarantee from an organization or individual in Vietnam.
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