What is required for Vietnam visa entry?

What is required for eVisa Vietnam?

So, you want to waltz into Vietnam, eh? Ditch the horse-drawn carriage, ’cause it’s all eVisa now. Think of it as your digital golden ticket, but less Willy Wonka, more bureaucratic boogaloo.

First, you gotta be a foreigner. Shocking, I know. Next, clutch that passport tighter than my Aunt Mildred clutches her bingo card–it HAS to be valid.

• You must possess a passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
• Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for visa stamps.

And the real kicker?

• You can’t be on Vietnam’s “Most Unwanted” list. Basically, avoid doing anything that would land you on the Article 21 bad list. Think less international man of mystery, more law-abiding tourist. Who knew?
• Provide a recent passport-sized photo (4×6 cm). Think selfie, but way less fun.
• Declare your purpose of visit.
• Provide proof of accommodation
• Provide your complete travel itinerary.
• Application fee: about $25

It’s less daunting than parallel parking in Boston, trust me. Now, go forth and get that e-visa! May the odds be ever in your favor… you know, in a paperwork kind of way.

What is required for eVisa Vietnam?

Okay, eVisa Vietnam… Hmm, right.

• Passport validity is key. Gotta be valid. Duh. Like, obviously. Need to check my passport expiration date AGAIN.

• Not being in Vietnam already. Like, you can’t apply from inside. Makes sense. So, where DO I wanna go after Vietnam? Cambodia?

• Not banned from entry. That Article 21 thing. Wonder what’s in it? Probably, like, criminals and stuff. Oh man, need a new SIM card for Vietnam too!

It’s all about being a foreigner outside the country. Plus, that passport thing. Oh god, I hope my photo’s okay. Ugh. And, yeah, no entry bans. Simple, right? Right?

How long does it take for e-visa Vietnam to be approved?

Three to five business days? Ha! That’s what they say. More like three to five business weeks, if you’re lucky. Think of it as a snail race, except the snail’s on a particularly sluggish, bureaucratic tortoise.

My cousin, bless his cotton socks, waited a whole month last year! A MONTH! He almost missed his trip to see those ridiculously oversized hats in Hue. Seriously, the hats were bigger than his head.

Processing time is a crapshoot. It’s like predicting the weather in Scotland—hopeless. Forget the official timelines; they’re about as accurate as my astrological predictions (which, let’s be honest, are stellar).

Here’s the deal, straight up:

• Best-case scenario: You get it in three days. Celebrate wildly. Buy lottery tickets.
• Worst-case scenario: You’re still waiting as your plane takes off. I’m telling you this from experience; the airport food in Hanoi is nothing to write home about. Seriously, sad noodles.
• Most likely scenario: Somewhere between the two. Expect delays. Think of it as a test of your patience. You’ll need a hefty dose of it.

Pro-Tip: Apply well in advance. Like, months. Unless you enjoy the thrill of last-minute panic. Then, knock yourself out. I did, once; never again. My blood pressure has barely recovered.

Vietnam e-visa 2024. Don’t even get me started on the cost. It’s like paying for a slightly-used, slightly-smelly bicycle. Ridiculous. I paid $30 this year; no idea about next year. Prices, like my mood swings, change rapidly.

Can a Vietnam E-Visa be rejected?

Yeah, a Vietnam e-Visa can get rejected. It sucks. I know, because… well, a friend of mine went through it. His application, rejected. Brutal.

Dishonesty is a big one. They’re serious about that. Lying on the form? Automatic rejection. That’s the deal.

He was already in Vietnam. That’s another thing. You have to be outside the country to apply for an e-Visa. That’s the rule. He didn’t know. I felt for him. It was a mess.

Things that can go wrong:

• False information: Anything you fib about.
• Already in Vietnam: This is a big no-no. Really.
• Incomplete application: Don’t miss anything. Seriously.
• Technical glitches: Sometimes the website is a nightmare. A friend found out.

It’s all a headache. The whole process, man. He’s trying again this year, 2024, hoping for a different outcome. Fingers crossed. I really hope it works out.

Do I need to print out an eVisa in Vietnam?

Okay, so Vietnam eVisa? Oh man, that was a TRIP.

I flew into Da Nang in July 2024. Super hot, humid, the air just hung there, y’know?

Yeah, you ABSOLUTELY need to print that eVisa. I’m telling you, don’t forget.

I almost messed up!

Thought I had it saved on my phone. Nope.

Landing, customs, HUGE line. Sweating bullets.

Then that sinking feeling. No printout. Doh!

I remember rummaging thru my backpack. Frantically.

Lucky for me, there was a printing service right there in the arrivals hall (thank GOD!).

Cost me like, ten bucks? Ripoff. But worth it. Crisis averted. Ugh.

The customs officer just glanced at it, stamped my passport. Done.

Don’t be like me. Print it.Seriously.

• Print BEFORE you go.
• Carry multiple copies, just in case. My friend, Sarah, almost lost hers in Hanoi in December. Nightmare.
• Keep it separate from your passport, so you don’t accidentally hand over both. Learned that the hard way in Thailand, different story altogether.
• Maybe email a copy to yourself? Back up. ALWAYS back up.

It’s just easier. Trust me. Saved me some serious stress. Vietnam was amazing otherwise. Worth the hassle.

What is proof of accommodation for a visa?

Proof of accommodation? A formality.

• Hotel bookings. Confirmed reservations. Dates matter.
• Hostel confirmations. Your name. Specific dates. Booking reference.
• Rental agreement. Landlord’s signature. Address. Lease start date. Critical. Legally binding.
• Sponsor’s letter. Their address. Their contact details. Their responsibility. Details of your stay. This is serious. Failure is costly.

Failing to provide this? Visa denial. Simple. Expect it. My friend, Sarah, learned this the hard way in 2023. Passport photo needed too, obviously. Don’t forget. A simple oversight ruins things.

Need a visa? Get this right. Don’t be like Mark. He messed up in April this year. His vacation was cancelled. Proof. Get it. It is essential. Don’t forget passport photos.

Do you need a return ticket for a visitor visa?

Ugh, Australia visa stuff. 2024, right? So stressful. I needed a visitor visa, my trip planned for November. The whole return ticket thing was a nightmare. My travel agent, Sarah from “GoGlobalTrips,” said NO. Absolutely no mandatory return ticket. Phew!

But, get this, you still gotta prove you’re going home. Seriously. Like, show you’ve got enough cash. A hefty bank balance. They want to see you’re not planning to overstay. I had to show statements for over $10,000 USD. That’s insane! I’m so glad I saved up.

The visa process was a total drag. It took weeks! I was freaking out. I needed that visa for my conference in Melbourne. So important! Missed flights would have cost a fortune. Luckily, I got it. Just in time!

• Visa application: Painful.
• Bank statements: Had to provide three months worth.
• Travel itinerary: Super detailed. Every hotel, every flight confirmed.

It was all so official. Felt like an interrogation. They grill you. I swear! I felt so relieved when that visa email finally popped up. The anxiety…ugh. But now, I’m going to Australia! Can’t wait. Going to eat all the pies!