Vietnam eVisa — Weekend & Holiday Approval Times 2026
Vietnam Visa
Approval Time
on Weekends & Holidays
The government portal is closed on weekends and holidays. Get your eVisa on a closed day for $230, delivered the same day, government fee included.
Government Working Hours
The official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.vn) is staffed Monday to Friday, 8:00-11:30 and 13:30-18:00 Vietnam time (GMT+7). Outside those hours nothing is reviewed. You can submit an application at any time, but it sits in the queue until the office reopens. Normal processing is about 3-5 business days, and only business days count.
Common Mistake: Applying Right Before a Weekend
An application submitted on Friday evening is not looked at until Monday morning. Count from Monday and your approval may not arrive until mid-week. The same applies before public holidays: the days off are not counted. If your flight falls inside that gap, you need a faster option.
How to Get a Vietnam eVisa on a Weekend or Holiday
Choose the Weekend/Holiday service ($230) and complete the form with your passport details and arrival date.
One all-inclusive fee. The government fee is already in the price.
Delivered as a PDF by email the same day. Show it on your phone at check-in and at immigration.
Applying after 15:00 on a closed day? Message us on WhatsApp first so we can tell you honestly what is realistic. Support is 24/7.
Weekday Speeds and Fees
On working days you can speed things up inside government hours. All fees are USD, single-entry, government fee included; multiple-entry adds $25.
| Service | Best for | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend / Holiday | Saturday, Sunday, public holiday | $230 |
| 30-60 Minutes | About to board (weekdays) | $215 |
| 1.5 Hours | At the airport | $185 |
| 2.5 Hours | On the way to the airport | $155 |
| 5 Hours | Flight later today | $125 |
| 1 Day | Flying tomorrow — best value | $110 |
| Normal (4-6 days) | Flying in a week or more | $50 |
Example Scenarios
- Friday 19:00 flight on Sunday: the government will not review before Monday. Use the Weekend/Holiday service and apply before 15:00 on Sunday, or earlier in the week with a weekday tier.
- Wednesday morning, flying Saturday: a normal application may not make it. A 1-day tier ($110) keeps you safe and costs less than the weekend service.
- Already applied on Friday, flying Saturday: send us your reference code on WhatsApp and choose SPEED UP. You only pay the speed-up fee.
Public Holidays to Watch
Vietnam's fixed national holidays include New Year's Day (1 January), Reunification Day (30 April), Labour Day (1 May) and National Day (2 September), plus the Hung Kings commemoration. The longest closure is Tet (Lunar New Year), when the government office can be closed for several consecutive days. The exact days off are announced by the government each year and sometimes shift to create longer breaks, so check the current official announcement or ask us on WhatsApp before you plan around a holiday.
Tips to Avoid Weekend and Holiday Delays
- Apply early. On the government route, apply at least 5-7 days before you fly, and more around Tet.
- Avoid Friday-evening submissions if your flight is within days.
- Double-check your details. Passport number, date of birth and arrival date must match exactly.
- Enter your real arrival date. Validity starts from it.
- One application per traveller. Children need their own application.
Don't apply again. Send us your reference code and registered email on WhatsApp and choose SPEED UP. You've already paid the $25 government fee, so you only pay the speed-up fee.
Why Choose Our Service
- Works on closed days: the only way to get an eVisa on weekends and holidays.
- Checked: our team reviews your application before submission.
- Supported: 24/7 on WhatsApp and email.
- Protected: 100% refund if we miss your committed timeframe.
- Trusted: read independent reviews on Trustpilot and TripAdvisor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Vietnam government process eVisas on weekends and holidays?+
No. The government eVisa portal works Monday to Friday, 8:00-11:30 and 13:30-18:00 Vietnam time (GMT+7), and is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Applications submitted outside those hours wait until the next working morning.
Can I get a Vietnam eVisa on a Saturday or Sunday?+
Yes, through our Weekend/Holiday service ($230, single-entry, government fee included). Apply and pay on our website before 15:00 Vietnam time and your approved eVisa is delivered before 18:00 Vietnam time the same day.
I applied on the government portal on Friday evening. When will it be approved?+
Review normally starts on the next working day, Monday morning. If your flight is before then, message us on WhatsApp with your reference code and choose SPEED UP; you only pay the speed-up fee because the $25 government fee is already paid.
How long does a normal application take when a holiday is involved?+
Government processing normally takes 3-5 business days. Weekends and public holidays are not business days, so a long holiday such as Tet (Lunar New Year) can add several days. Apply well ahead or use a faster tier.
Is approval guaranteed?+
The final decision is always made by the Vietnamese government, so no agency can guarantee approval. What we guarantee is the timeframe you choose: if we miss it, you get a 100% refund.
Do I pay anything at the airport?+
No. You pay once online. Your approved eVisa arrives as a PDF by email and you show it on your phone at check-in and at Vietnamese immigration.
Is support available on weekends?+
Yes, our support is 24/7 on WhatsApp. Approval itself depends on the service you choose: the Weekend/Holiday service is the one that works when the government office is closed.
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Contact Information
ApplyEvisaVietnam.com is a private visa service agency and is not affiliated with the Vietnamese government. If you don't need assistance, you can apply directly at evisa.gov.vn (government fee only, no urgent or weekend processing).
