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How to Apply for a Vietnam Visa (2026 Latest)
Applying for a Vietnam visa for the first time? It is actually simple—the whole process is online, with no need to visit a consulate. This article walks you through the entire process step by step.
Step 1: Choose your visa type
E-Visa (eVisa): a PDF sent to your email; available from anywhere in the world
Loose-leaf visa: a physical visa sticker, couriered to you
Step 2: Choose your duration and number of entries
E-Visa: 30 days single / 30 days multiple / 90 days single / 90 days multiple
Loose-leaf visa: 15 days single / 30 days single / 30 days multiple
Step 3: Fill in the applicant information
Name, passport number, date of birth, nationality, etc.—they just need to match your passport.
Step 4: Upload your documents
A scan of the passport biodata page + a digital white-background ID photo
Step 5: Pay online
WeChat Pay and Alipay are accepted; the total price is shown on the pricing page.
Step 6: Wait for your visa to be issued
Standard processing takes 4–5 business days; expedited service can be as fast as 1 business day. We pre-check your documents in advance to avoid mistakes.
Step 7: Receive your visa
E-Visa: a PDF is sent to your email—print it out to enter the country
Loose-leaf visa: couriered to you by SF Express
How long does the whole process take?
Standard processing: from submitting documents to receiving your visa, 4–5 business days.
Expedited processing: your visa can be issued in as fast as 1 business day.
Do It Yourself vs. Let Us Handle It
DIY: the form is entirely in English; a single mistake can lead to a refusal, and no one checks it for you.
With us: Chinese-language guidance, pre-checked documents, and customer support whenever you run into a problem.
Start your application now → Apply for a Vietnam visa now