Vietnam Visa On Arrival for Indians

What is Vietnam Visa on Arrival?

A visa on arrival is granted when you arrive in Vietnam at one of the following international airports:

• Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)
• Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)
• Danang International Airport (Da Nang)
• Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang)

The validity of the visa on arrival is 30 days from the date of arrival in Vietnam. Keep in mind that visa on arrival is only applicable for Indians who enter Vietnam by air. If you plan on entering the country by any other means, you will have to apply for a visa via the Vietnamese Embassy since there is no visa on arrival at the border.

Types of Vietnam Tourist Visas

There are basically two kinds of visas you can apply for:

• Single entry visa
• Multiple entry visa

Single entry visas, as the name suggests, are meant for one entry and exit. So, once you use this visa to enter and exit Vietnam, you will have to apply for another visa if you wish to visit Vietnam again.

Multiple entry visas allow you to enter and exit Vietnam any number of times as long as your visa is valid. If you are applying for a multiple entry visa, make sure that you collect it at the airport so that you can enter and leave Vietnam via any port.

Once you have decided which kind of visa you will be applying for, the next step involves zeroing in on the duration of the visa. You can choose from 1-month and 3-month visas for both single entry and multiple entry visas.

Visa on Arrival Procedure

To obtain your Vietnam visa, you need to complete the following steps:

Step 1: Fill in the online application form. You will need to provide details such as your name, the name of the airport you will be arriving at, and the date of arrival. You will also have to include your passport number and your nationality.

Step 2: Once you are done filling out the form, you will be expected to pay a processing fee. The processing fee is as follows:Visa TypeProcessing/Service FeeSingle entry visa (1-month)$18Single entry visa (3-months)$28Multiple entry visa (1-month)$21Multiple entry visa (3-months)$43Note: These fees may differ depending on the processing time.

Step 3: This application and processing fee is so that you get an Approval Letter from the Vietnam Immigration Department.

Step 4: In general, you will receive this email within 2 business days. If you have applied for rush approval, you may receive this letter in an hour.

Step 5: A copy of this letter will also be sent to the three airports from where you can get a visa on arrival.

Step 6: Print out the letter, take your passport (with 6 months' validity), and carry two passport-sized photos (4cm x 6 cm). With respect to your photos, ensure the following:

Step 7: Your photo should not be older than 6 months.

Step 8: Unless worn for medical reasons, tinted glasses cannot be worn.

Step 9: The photo should be taken against a white background

 Step 10: All of these documents need to be taken to the airport. The officials at the airport in Vietnam will go through it and request you to pay the following stamping fee:

Once you pay the fee, the officer will stamp your visa.

Note: Unlike most other South East Asian countries, you must first get an Approval Letter for a visa on arrival in Vietnam.

How to Apply for Vietnam Visa at Vietnam Embassy

VFS Global is one of the companies that provide services to the Government of India. Its branches are located in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Given below are the steps to apply for a Vietnam Visa offline through VFS Global:

Step 1: Go to the nearest VFS Global Vietnam Visa Application Centre with the visa application form and your passport.

Step 2: Go to the designated counter and submit your visa application form along with the relevant documents such as a cover letter stating the reason for your visit, bank statement of the last three months, photocopies of hotel bookings and return tickets, etc.

Step 3: Pay the visa fee and service charge. Keep in mind that the service charge must be paid in cash.

Step 4: After your visa is approved, you can choose to receive it via courier by paying Rs.215.

Vietnam Embassy in India

In India, the Vietnam Embassy is located in New Delhi.

Address: Address - 20, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapury, New Delhi - 110021

Website: https://vnembassy-newdelhi.mofa.gov.vn/

Contact number: 2687.9852 (+ Ext); 2687.9852 (+20) (Consulate)

Documents Required for Vietnam Visa

You need the following documents to apply for a Vietnam Visa:

1. Indian passport valid for a minimum of six months from the date of travel. The passport must have a minimum of two blank pages for visa stamp.
2. Passport size photographs.

For visa on arrival, the additional documents required are as follows:

1. Visa on arrival application form (M3 form)
2. An approval letter allowing you to obtain a visa when you arrive at the Vietnam airport.
3. A stamping fee has to be paid in cash for the visa on arrival. Note that you have to make this payment in Vietnamese Dong, the official currency of Vietnam.

Important Tips for Vietnam Visa on Arrival

When it comes to applying for a visa on arrival at Vietnam, keep the following in mind:

• Since the Approval Letter application is filled online, you can use your Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card to make the payment.
• For stamping fees, however, you will have to make the payment in USD or Vietnamese dong. No other form of payment is accepted.
• Make sure you carry two passport size photographs in the required dimensions. If, however, the dimensions are incorrect r you fail to take your pictures with you, you can always have them taken at the airport for a minimal cost.
• Before you head to the visa on arrival counter, make sure that you fill the Vietnam Entry & Exit form (M3).
• Ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival in Vietnam.
• Ensure that the information on your letter of approval matches the details in your passport. There could be problems if there are errors (including typos).

Now, that you know the entire visa on arrival process, go ahead and book your tickets to Vietnam. It is a country where nature, culture, romance, and adventure await you.