A Vietnam visa is an official travel document issued by Vietnamese authorities that you need to enter and exit the country. To obtain a visa, you’ll need to prepare the required documents, fill out an application form and pay a fee. This article provides everything you need to know about getting a Vietnam visa!
Foreign visitors must obtain a tourist Vietnam visa to enter the country (Source: Collected).
1. Do I need a visa to travel to Vietnam?
Yes, a visa is required for most travelers visiting Vietnam. Make sure to choose the correct visa category based on the purpose of your visit when applying.
Checklist of Vietnam’s Visa-Free Countries:
Citizens of the following countries are exempt from a visa for a specified number of days. If you wish to stay longer, you will need to request an extension.
– 14 days: Brunei, Myanmar
– 21 days: Philippines
– 30 days: Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand
– 45 days: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom (UK), Russia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Belarus.
2. Types of Vietnam Visa
According to the new immigration regulations effective July 1, 2020 (Law No. 51/2019/QH14), Vietnam visa are classified into about 21 main types based on the purpose of your visit. These include categories like DL, DN1, DN2, NG, DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4, LS, DH, LV, LD1, LD2, HN, PV1, TT, SQ and more.
Here are 6 most common types of Vietnam visas:
- Tourist visa (DL)
- Business visa (DN1, DN2)
- Student/internship visa (DH)
- Investor visa (DT1, DT2, DT3, DT4)
- Working visa (LD1, LD2)
- Diplomatic visa (NG)
The details about the most popular Vietnam visa types are:
1. Tourist visa
The tourist visa is issued for travelers visiting Vietnam for tourism purposes, not for business purposes.
Based on validity and number of entries, a Vietnam tourist visa can be:
- 30-day single entry visa
- 30-day multiple entry visa
- 90-day single entry visa
- 90-day multiple entry visa
Currently, there are two popular options for applying for a tourist visa:
– Visa on Arrival (VOA): I
- Best for travelers entering Vietnam by air who need a quick visa solution.
- Requires pre-approval and payment of the visa stamping fee upon arrival.
– E-Visa:
- Valid for up to 90 days, with both single and multiple entry options.
- Available to nationals of over 200 countries, offering a fully online application process.
2. Business Visa
The business visa is the second most popular type of Vietnam visa, designed for those traveling for work or commercial purposes. It is available in two categories:
- DN1 Visa: For foreigners working with businesses or organizations that are legally recognized in Vietnam.
- DN2 Visa: For foreigners coming to Vietnam to provide services, establish a commercial presence, or engage in activities covered under international treaties to which Vietnam is a member.
Like the tourist visa, the business visa can be:
- 30-day single entry visa
- 30-day multiple entry visa
- 90-day single entry visa
- 90-day multiple entry visa
Currently, there are two ways to get a business visa for Vietnam:
– Visa on Arrival (VOA): Highly recommended.
– E-Visa.
3. Student Visa
A Vietnam student visa is for those attending university courses in Vietnam. Most people get this visa after they arrive in Vietnam. You can enter the country with a tourist visa first and then change your visa status at the Immigration Office after enrolling in your course. The easiest way to obtain this visa is to use an agency.
4. Working Visa
A Vietnam working visa is for foreigners coming to Vietnam for jobs like teaching or other work. It has two types:
- LD1 Visa: For people working in Vietnam who don’t need a work permit, as allowed by international agreements.
- LD2 Visa: For people working in Vietnam who do need a work permit.
Validity:
- The working visa is valid for up to 2 years.
- If you need to stay longer, you can apply for an LD Temporary Residence Card, which is also valid for 2 years.
How to Get a Vietnam Work Visa
To obtain a work visa for Vietnam, follow these steps:
– Request an LD Visa Approval Letter: Ask the company in Vietnam where you will be working to apply for an LD visa approval letter from the Vietnam Immigration Department.
– Get Your Visa Stamped: Once you have the approval letter, you can get your visa stamped either at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate in your country or at the port of entry when you arrive in Vietnam, depending on the type of approval letter you have received.
NOTE
– The most important document for a Vietnam work visa application is a work permit or a work-permit-free written confirmation. If you don’t have either, apply for a business visa first with the company you will work for. After obtaining your work permit, you can easily apply for a work visa.
– Usually, the application for a Vietnam work visa does not require a criminal record or health check.
– The cost of a Vietnam work visa includes two fees: the visa approval letter fee and the stamping fee at the Vietnamese embassy or port of entry.
Here is a list of countries whose citizens can freely enter with a visa duration of 14 to 30 days (Source: Collected).
5. Investor Visa
An investor visa for Vietnam is granted to foreign investors in the country. It is categorized as follows:
– DT1: For foreign investors and representatives of foreign organizations investing at least 100 billion VND, or in business fields and areas of investment incentives decided by the Vietnamese Government. Valid for up to 5 years.
– DT2: For foreign investors and representatives of foreign organizations investing between 50 billion VND and under 100 billion VND, or in business fields of investment encouragement decided by the Vietnamese Government. Valid for up to 5 years.
– DT3: For foreign investors and representatives of foreign organizations investing between VND3 billion and under 50 billionVND. Valid for up to 3 years.
DT4: For foreign investors and representatives of foreign organizations investing less than 3 billion VND. Valid for up to 12 months.
6. Diplomatic Visa
A Vietnam diplomatic visa is granted to:
- Members of a delegation visiting Vietnam at the invitation of Vietnamese ministries or other high-ranking government officials.
- Consulate personnel in Vietnam.
- Individuals working with consulate members or visiting them for a short period.
There is no fee for a diplomatic visa to Vietnam unless decided otherwise by the Vietnamese embassy and the applicant’s home country.
To apply for a Vietnam diplomatic visa, the applicant must submit an official letter from their local government agency, consulates, or foreign embassies to the relevant agencies in their home country.
A diplomatic visa for Vietnam is valid for up to 12 months.
3. Length of Stay and Validity Of Vietnam Visa
Based on the length of stay and validity, Vietnam visas are typically categorized into:
- 30-day single entry visa
- 30-day multiple entry visa
- 90-day single entry visa
- 90-day multiple entry visa
- 1-year multiple entry visa
The main difference between a single entry visa and a multiple entry visa is the number of times you can enter Vietnam during the visa’s validity period. A single entry visa allows for only one stay in Vietnam, while a multiple entry visa allows for multiple stays within the visa’s validity.
4. How to get a visa for Vietnam?
If you’re planning a trip to Vietnam, getting a travel visa is a key step. Here are three ways to get a Vietnam visa:
1. Get a Vietnam Visa in Person at the Vietnamese Embassy
– Choose a Vietnamese embassy or consulate near you to learn about the procedure.
– Prepare the necessary documents as instructed, then bring them to the embassy for submission.
– After 5-7 days, return to the embassy to collect your visa.
2. Get a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for Vietnam
– Visa on arrival service providers will help you get an approval letter once you fill out a form with all the necessary information and pay the service fee.
– You will get the approval letter sent to your email. Print it on A4 paper and bring it with you to check in at the Vietnam airport.
– At the airport, you will pay a stamping fee and get the visa stamped on your passport.
3. Get a Vietnam e-Visa
– Fill out an online application form at the website https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn provide the required information and documents, and pay electronically.
Each method requires different documents, processing times, and fees. Depending on your nationality, we will guide you on the best way to get your Vietnam visa, what documents and information you need, and when you can expect to receive your visa or approval letter.
The Vietnam Visa On Arrival is only applicable for those arriving by plane. (Source: Collected).
5. Recent Visa Policy Changes 2024
Official: New Vietnam Visa Policy Approved
- Starting from August 15, 2023, 3-month multiple entry visas will be available.
- All citizens from all countries are now eligible for the e-visa program.
- Nine additional ports of entry have been added to the list of eligible entry/exit points.
- Effective from August 15, 2023, regular passport holders from 13 countries will be exempt from visa requirements for 45 days instead of the previous 15 days.
- The 15-day visa exemption for UK, Spanish, German, French, and Italian passport holders has been renewed until 2025.
- There is a proposal for a 3-month multiple entry e-visa coming in mid-August.
- There is no longer a gap required between two visa-exempt entries; citizens from visa-free countries can now re-enter Vietnam immediately after exiting.
- More countries will soon be added to the exemption list, which currently includes 25 countries.
- The exemption period is being considered for extension to 45 days instead of 15 days for some markets, including Europe, Japan, and South Korea.
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