Everything you need to know about the Vietnam Tourist E-visa

Land border gates
Name  (English translate)	Location / Address
Tay Trang International Border Gate	Ka Hau Village, Na U Commune, Dien Bien District, Dien Bien Province
Mong Cai International Border Gate	Hoa Binh Avenue, Hoa Lac Ward, Mong Cai City, Quang Ninh Province
Huu Nghi International Border Gate	Dong Dang Town, Cao Loc District, Lang Son Province
Lao Cai International Border Gate	Phan Boi Chau Street, Lao Cai Ward, Lao Cai City, Lao Cai Province
Na Meo International Border Gate	Na Meo Village, Na Meo Commune, Quan Son District, Thanh Hoa province
Nam Can International Border Gate	Tien Tieu Village, Nam Can Commune, Ky Son District, Nghe An Province
Cau Treo International Border Gate	Son Kim 1 Commune, Huong Son District, Ha Tinh Province
Cha Lo International Border Gate	Highway 12A, Dan Hoa Commune, Minh Hoa District, Quang Binh Province
La Lay International Border Gate	A Ngo and A Bung Communes, Dakrong District, Quang Tri Province
Lao Bao International Border Gate	Lao Bao Town, Huong Hoa District, Quang Tri Province
Bo Y International Border Gate	Po Y Commune, Ngoc Hoi District, Kon Tum Province
Moc Bai International Border Gate	Loi Thuan Commune, Ben Cau District, Tay Ninh Province
Xa Mat International Border Gate	Tan Tien Hamlet, Tan Lap Commune, Tan Bien District, Tay Ninh Province
Tinh Bien International Border Gate	Thoai Ngoc Hau Street , National Highway 91, Tinh Bien Town, Tinh Bien District, An Giang Province
Vinh Xuong International Border Gate	Vinh Xuong Commune, Tan Chau Town, An Giang Province
Ha Tien International Border Gate	Highway 80, Xa Xia Neighborhood, My Duc Ward, Ha Tien City, Kien Giang Province

 

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS OF A VIETNAM TOURIST E-VISA 

In a bid to boost the country's economy through local tourism, the requirements for international travelers have been greatly reduced and simplified in recent years, making it easier for them to obtain. However, despite the simplicity, there is still a chance of being denied entry if the requirements are not met.

Therefore, please review the list of prerequisites for the Vietnam tourist e-visa below carefully and take note of everything to have the best preparation.  

• Applicants must possess an original passport or a verified scan or copy from the respected authorities. Moreover, that passport should be valid for at least six months or more upon your upcoming visit, along with a minimum of two blank pages for Vietnam visa stickers and immigration stamps.

• Applicants must comply with Clauses 1, 2, 3, and 4 in Article 8 of the Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam as prescribed in Article 21. These regulations ask for not being expelled from Vietnam, being prohibited from entering Vietnam, being subject to criminal prosecution or administrative sanctions, or being infected with contagious diseases.

• Applicants must be citizens of the eligible countries for Vietnam tourist e-visa as outlined in the provisions of Decree No. 7/2017/ND-CP of the Vietnam Immigration Department. To ascertain your eligibility, kindly peruse the section provided above and verify your nationality.

• Applicants must prepare adequate money in their bank balance that can pay for the cost of tourism and the visa application charge. 

DETAILED PROCEDURE OF A VIETNAM TOURIST E-VISA

As its name suggests, the Vietnam tourist e-visa has been designed to provide you with great convenience in that everything can be conducted online, including payment and approval release. Go through the subsequent section to see how convenient it is. 

STEP 1: Head to the application online website 

Access the official website for a Vietnam tourist e-visa that is under the management of the authority. You have the option to visit either the National Public Service Portal or the Public Service Portal of the Ministry of Public Security. 

STEP 2: Access the official application website 

Upon arrival at either of these websites, you will be directed to the National Web Portal on Immigration. Then, choose the "Electronic visa" option on the homepage, and three additional choices will appear. Proceed by selecting "For Foreigner" and ensure that you tick the confirmation box at the bottom of the page, indicating your understanding of the provided instructions.

The official application website of the Vietnam tourist e-visa 

STEP 3: Upload the documentation 

At the top of the page, it is feasible to see that there are two requirements in terms of image provision: one is about your portrait, and another is about your passport's biographical page. You can upload these images in any format, from JEPG to JPG to even PDF.  

Each of the photographs, though, comes with its own unique set of requirements that you must follow to finish the initial stage of application for a Vietnam tourist e-visa. In a particular specification, the size of portrait photos should not exceed 50KB, while passport photos should be under 200KB. 

STEP 4: Complete the list of question

If you continue scrolling, there are 8 sections amidst the page posing several questions, covering all the essential details that applicants must answer to apply for a Vietnam tourist e-visa. These sections include:  

Personal information 

• Surname and given name: Enter your name exactly as it appears on your passport. Please note to type correctly, as the request to update your application will prolong the processing time. 

• Gender: Select your gender (male, female).

• Date of birth: Input your date of birth in the format DD/MM/YYYY.

• Place of birth: Specify the nationality of the birthplace where you were born.

• Current nationality: In case your current nationality differs from your birthplace, kindly specify your current nationality.

• Religion: This particular aspect is optional, and hence you have the liberty to not answer.  

• Email address: Provide your current email address to receive the announcement from the authority. 

Requested information 

• Grant E-visa: Unveil the duration of your desired Vietnam tourist e-visa by indicating the exact start and end dates in the format of (DD/MM/YYYY).

• Entry type: Select one mode of entry in accordance with your needs, either a single or multiple entry. 

Passport information 

• Passport number: Enter the number as placed on the first page of your passport.

• Type of passport: Specify which type of passport it is (e.g., ordinary, diplomatic, official, or other).

• Date of issue: Provide the date on which your passport was issued.

• Date of expiry: Provide the date on which your passport will expire. 

• Place of issue: Provide the location where your passport was issued.

Contact information 

Occupation 

• Type of occupation: Write your on-the-job occupation at present. 

Information about the trips 

• Purpose of visit: Cite the principal purpose behind your intention to visit Vietnam (e.g., tourism, business, visiting relatives, etc.).

• Intended entry date: Provide the anticipation date on which you intend to grace Vietnam with your presence.

• Intended exit date: Provide the anticipated date on which you have set to bid adieu to Vietnam.

• Port of entry: Select the gateway through which you shall enter Vietnam. 

• Host in Vietnam: If you have a host, provide their name and contact information.

Under 14 years old accompanying children included in your passport (if any) 

• Full name: Write the full name of the accompanying children in capital letters.   

• Gender: Kindly indicate the gender of the children by ticking the appropriate box for either male or female.

• Date of birth: Fill the birth date of the accompanying children.

• Portrait photography: Upload two photographs adhering to the aforementioned specifications, just as any other applicant would.

Trip’s expense and insurance 

• Intended expenses (in USD): Provide an estimation of the amount of expenses you intend to pay. 

STEP 5: Receive verification code 

After your application has been successfully submitted, a verification code will be generated to display your detailed information. Make sure to keep this code in a secure location or jot it down somewhere accessible for future reference.

STEP 6: Finish the required transaction 

The only thing left to do is complete the payment for your Vietnam tourist e-visa, as shown on your screen. Kindly note that the payment once made will not be refunded to applicants, irrespective of whether the visa applications are declined or left unused. 

TIMELINE OF THE VIETNAM TOURIST E-VISA

The Vietnam tourist e-visa is typically processed within 3 to 5 days, counting from the day the Vietnam Immigration Department receives your submission to your completion of the fee payment. It is also important to keep in mind that the official time zone of Vietnam is 7 hours ahead (GMT +7), resulting in a more differential processing time for each nation.

Also, the timeline for each individual to apply for the Vietnam tourist e-visa will be uneven and not the same. This could be derived from various factors, such as the cessation of work during public holidays, technical glitches within the system, or any mistakes with your application.

Generally, the timeline can be broken down below. 

• Day 1: Upon the submission of your application, accompanied by all the requisite documents as requested on the website, the status shall transition to "Pending".

• Day 1–3: After your successful submission, the immigration authorities will commence the review process for your application. The outcome of your case may be released within a mere 48 business hours, provided no breakdown arises. 

• Day 3–5: Should you pass the assessment stage and be approved, an approval letter will be dispatched to your email address. Inside the letter, you can find all the details about your visa as well as your personal information. 

• Day 5-7: In the unfortunate event that an application is deemed ineligible because of false information, you will receive a request to rectify any mistake in your documents. 

• Day 7-14: While reviewing the application, there may be some uncertainties that could potentially necessitate the immigration authorities seeking supplementary administrative measures.

• Day 14 and above: In some rare circumstances, your application for the Vietnam tourist e-visa may undergo additional scrutiny by the Ministry of Public Security, which may extend up to 15 working days. In case you do not receive any announcements, you should promptly contact the Vietnam Immigration Department to ask for your pending status. 

Processing time of the Vietnam tourist e-visa 

In general, the Vietnam tourist e-visa is a great tool for travelers from abroad to pass the Vietnamese entry gates with a tourism purpose in mind. Having absorbed all the enlightening information we have just provided, you can apply for this visa with great confidence and free from any apprehension of failure.

Why do you tarry any longer? Extend your hand towards the mouse and head over to the visa application website, where you can seize the opportunity to apply for this extraordinary visa today.

If you want to learn more about this visa, do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. We are always available and pleased to consult you with the finest information at any time you need it.