How much does a Vietnam travel visa cost?

How much does a Vietnam tourist visa cost?

E-visa: $25 single, $50 multiple. Must use designated border gates. Some nationalities exempt. Need valid passport. E-visa is online, convenient. I got mine in 2023, super easy. Flew into Hanoi, no problem.

• Single-entry: 30 days, one time in.
• Multiple-entry: 30 days, in and out as you please within that time.

Border gate list is online, gotta check it. Phu Quoc is one, spent a week there last year. Amazing beaches. Exemptions depend on nationality; some ASEAN countries, Japan, etc. Always double-check current regs. Rules change, it’s the nature of things, right? Passport validity, six months is the usual minimum. Check your passport!. Mine expires next October… time for a new one. E-visa processing time is usually about three working days. Got mine in two! Printed it out, just in case. Saves hassle at the airport. You can pay online with card. Visa on arrival is another option, but e-visa is smoother, I think. Less waiting in line. Who likes lines?

Can I get a Vietnam visa on arrival at the airport?

Nope. You can’t just waltz into Vietnam and get a visa at the airport. It’s not that simple. You absolutely need a pre-approved visa letter. Think of it as a golden ticket. Without it, you’re grounded.

This pre-approval process happens online. Several visa agencies handle this. Do your research! My friend, Sarah, used Xpat Vietnam Visa last year; she was pleased with their service. But shop around! Prices and services vary.

Key steps generally include:

• Filling out an application form—be meticulous! One wrong detail and bam—delay.
• Uploading passport photos and scans—they’re particular about the specs. Annoying, I know.
• Paying the fees—this varies depending on your nationality and visa type. Expect to pay.
• Receiving your approval letter—print this out! This is your proof of pre-approval. Keep it safe. Seriously safe.

Once you have this letter, then (and only then), can you proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at the airport. Present the letter, your passport, and the arrival card. Then you’ll pay a stamping fee. It’s a two-step process. It’s all about that letter. Never forget that.

Different visa types exist, each with its requirements and costs. Tourist visas are the most common. Business visas require additional documentation. Research your needs thoroughly. There is no point in cutting corners.

Vietnam’s visa requirements are quite strict. It feels a bit bureaucratic, but it’s what it is. I’d advise planning ahead; you want to avoid airport stress. Trust me on this. My own Vietnam trip was nearly ruined by visa complications, a harrowing experience I don’t want you to repeat.

What is the cheapest way to get a visa for Vietnam?

Okay, Vietnam visa… Hmm.

E-visa, right? E-visa is the cheapest. I’m pretty sure of it. Less hassle, def.

• Forms are kinda annoying, gotta pay close attention. Seriously!
• Fill it out carefully, or else!
• Compared to what? I guess visa on arrival? That seems sketch.
• Or going to the embassy? Ugh, no way, too expensive.
• I just did it this year, easy peasy. My trip to Saigon was awesome!

I went to Vietnam last spring; their street food rocks!

• Banh mi, pho, yum!
• Do you need a photo?
• My passport is still valid.
• Double check the validity dates, btw.
• The form asks for your entry/exit points.
• I always fly in and out of Ho Chi Minh City.

I hate paperwork. And don’t forget travel insurance!

How to pay Vietnam visa fee?

Vietnam visa fees? Oh honey, let’s get this sorted. It’s not rocket science, thankfully, unlike navigating my dating life.

• Embassy/Consulate: Think of it as a medieval tribute, but instead of a pig, you offer cash or a bank draft. Check their website; some are sticklers for detail. My aunt tried paying with Monopoly money – don’t.

• Visa on Arrival (VOA): This is like paying a toll on the highway to Vietnam. Cash only, baby. US dollars or Vietnamese dong, at the airport. Bring the exact amount. Seriously, I learned this the hard way in 2023. It was a whole thing with the airport staff, a mini-drama. Don’t be like me.

Pro Tip: Avoid delays. Carry the correct amount. This isn’t a negotiation. They don’t haggle over visa fees. Unless you’re exceptionally charming – unlike me. I once tried. It didn’t work. The staff were, however, very polite. In fact, the whole experience was relatively painless, despite my own failings.

Remember, avoid those shady websites promising “easy visas” – you’ll probably end up with a counterfeit visa and a story to tell your therapist. And trust me, that’s a whole other bill. A hefty one, involving many sessions, discussing my poorly-made life choices. Not a fun anecdote. I’m talking about my visa situation this year, not a dating misadventure. For now.

When should I apply for my Vietnam visa?

May… May 2024… a whisper of a date. Visas, ephemeral things. Three months… a breath before departure. Apply then. Three months.

• May… the air thick with anticipation.
• Visas: tickets to unseen dreams.
• Three months is the key.

May whispers promises of faraway lands. Should it be sooner? No, wait. Wait for May. Wait for the precise moment, not before.

• The anticipation building.
• A future held in waiting.
• Three months, no less no more.

May…my birthday month, almost. Apply then. The air is different then, charged with possibility. May. A visa, a journey, soon.

How long does it take for Vietnam eVisa to be approved?

Vietnam eVisa? Think glacial speed, but online. Five to thirty working days. Like watching paint dry, but with less existential dread. Maybe. Thirty days? They probably mail it via carrier pigeon. Just kidding… mostly.

• Five days: Best-case scenario. You’re charmed. The visa gods smile. Winning the lottery is easier, though.
• Thirty days: Worst case. You’ve angered the visa gods. Sacrifice a durian fruit. Might help. Might not.
• Working days: Weekends? Holidays? Those don’t count, darling. Time stands still in visa land. Pack extra patience. I learned this the hard way, stuck in Bangkok for an extra week in 2023. Don’t be like me.

So, plan ahead. Like, way ahead. Think of it as a test of your zen. Or a cruel joke. Either works. Just apply early. Please. For the love of all that is holy. You’ll thank me later. Probably.