Questions & Answers – Vietnam Visa Forum

In most cases, yes. Citizens of all countries and territories are eligible for the Vietnam eVisa under Resolution No. 127/NQ-CP. Citizens of a limited number of countries also qualify for short-term visa-free entry (typically 14-45 days) under a separate agreement -- check your specific nationality if unsure.

Standard government processing takes 4-6 working days. The portal only operates Monday-Friday during Vietnam business hours and doesn't process on weekends or Vietnamese public holidays.

Visa on Arrival with airport stamping is no longer the standard route for most travelers. The current eVisa is a pre-approved electronic document with no airport counter or stamping fee, and it's the faster, simpler option.

Yes. Every passport holder, including children, needs their own individual visa -- a child cannot be added to a parent's application.

As fast as 30-60 minutes for genuine emergencies, with tiers at 1.5 hours, 2.5 hours, 5 hours, 1 day, 2 days, 3 days, and 4 days depending on how soon you're flying.

The government fee is $25 USD for single-entry. Service pricing ranges from $50 USD for standard 4-6 day processing up to $215 USD for the fastest 30-60 minute tier, all including the government fee. Multiple-entry adds $25 USD to any tier.

Yes, through a dedicated Weekend/Holiday tier ($230 USD). The government portal itself is closed on weekends and Vietnamese public holidays and cannot process anything during that time.

Most refusals are fixable. Identify the cause (often an incorrect passport number, name mismatch, or non-compliant photo), correct it through a paid correction service or a fresh application, and avoid resubmitting the exact same incorrect details.

Request a speed-up on your existing application rather than submitting a new one, since a duplicate application with different details can create a data mismatch and delay both files.

Yes, in many cases, provided you apply before your current visa expires. Eligibility depends on your visa type and remaining validity -- confirm with a visa agent or Vietnam Immigration before your visa runs out.