Updated: August 2026 · By Visa Specialist
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Do You Actually Need to Visit an Embassy?
For most travelers applying for a standard tourist or business eVisa, no. The eVisa is applied for and delivered entirely online. A Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate is generally only necessary for:
- Visa categories the eVisa doesn't cover (certain long-term, diplomatic, or work-related visas)
- Document legalization or authentication for use in Vietnam
- Passport and citizenship services for Vietnamese nationals living abroad
- In-person sticker visas, for travelers who specifically need or prefer this over the eVisa
Verified Embassy Addresses
The details below are cross-checked against each embassy's official website. Office hours can change around holidays, so it's always worth calling ahead before an in-person visit.
United States
Embassy of Vietnam in Washington, D.C.
Address: 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 861-0737
Email: vanphong@vietnamembassy.us (general inquiries)
Official site: vietnamembassy-usa.org
The US also has Vietnamese Consulates General in San Francisco, Houston, and New York — check the embassy's official website for their specific addresses and jurisdictions.
United Kingdom
Embassy of Vietnam in London
Address: 12-14 Victoria Road, London W8 5RD
Phone: +44 20 7937 1912
Australia
Embassy of Vietnam in Canberra
Address: 6 Timbarra Crescent, O'Malley, ACT 2606
Phone: (02) 6286 6059
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (Australian public holidays excepted)
Vietnam also maintains Consulates in Sydney and Perth for regional applicants.
Canada
Embassy of Vietnam in Ottawa
Address: 55 MacKay Street, Ottawa, ON K1M 2B2
Phone: (613) 236-0772
Official site: vnembassy-ontario.mofa.gov.vn
A Consulate General also serves Vancouver and Western Canada.
Can't Find Your Country?
Vietnam maintains diplomatic missions in over 100 countries. If yours isn't listed above, search Vietnam's official Ministry of Foreign Affairs embassy directory, or contact us and we'll help point you toward the right office — and confirm whether you actually need it, since most tourist and business travelers can skip the embassy entirely with the eVisa.
A Word of Caution on Embassy Information Online
Vietnamese Embassy addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses change more often than people expect, and a surprising number of websites listing "official" embassy contact details are years out of date. Before making a trip to any embassy in person:
- Check the embassy's own website, typically ending in .mofa.gov.vn
- Call ahead to confirm current hours, especially around Vietnamese or local public holidays
- Bring exactly what's requested — requirements can differ from what older articles describe
FAQ: Vietnamese Embassy
Do I need to visit a Vietnamese Embassy to get an eVisa? +
No. The Vietnam eVisa is applied for entirely online and delivered by email -- no embassy visit is required for standard tourist or business eVisa applications.
When would I actually need to visit an embassy? +
For visa categories the eVisa doesn't cover, document legalization or authentication, passport services for Vietnamese citizens abroad, or certain long-term visas that require an in-person application.
Are embassy addresses and hours ever wrong online? +
Yes, this happens often -- many third-party sites list outdated addresses or phone numbers. Always cross-check with the embassy's own official .mofa.gov.vn website or call ahead before visiting in person.
My country's embassy isn't listed here -- how do I find it? +
Search for "Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs embassy directory" or check Vietnam's official Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, which maintains a full list of Vietnamese diplomatic missions worldwide.
Can the embassy help if my eVisa application has an error? +
Embassy consular sections generally handle their own visa category applications rather than eVisa corrections. For an eVisa error, contact the agency or portal you applied through directly.
Related Guides
- → Embassy of Vietnam -- Visa Services vs. Online eVisa Application
- → Vietnam e-Visa -- Official Guide for Travelers
- → Vietnam Visa Requirements -- Complete 2026 Checklist
- → How to Apply for a Vietnam Visa -- Complete Step-by-Step Guide
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