A Vietnamese entry visa is required for all foreigners wishing to visit Vietnam except for citizens of countries having bilateral agreements on visa exemptions with Vietnam. We've listed some general Visa information to help you on your way.

Types of visa:

1. Tourist Visa
- Available for 1 month single entry and 1 month multiple entry.
- Maximum stay in Vietnam of one month.
Tourist visas may be extended after your arrival in Vietnam.

2. Diplomatic and official Visa
- No fees unless otherwise agreed upon between Vietnam and applicant’s country.
- On applying for this visa, the applicant must submit an official letter from the concerned agencies of local government, foreign embassies or consulates accredited to the applicant’s country, international organizations, or other accredited organizations based in that country.

3. Business or other types of Visa
- The applicant should obtain approval through their sponsor in Vietnam.
- Multiple entry and stay of 3 month or 6 month is possible.

Apply by yourself at the embassy or consulate of Vietnam in your country:

1. Click here for info on Vietnam Embassies and Consulates in the world.
2. Documents needed: Passport of 6 months’ validity, visa application forms, and probably some others required by the embassy or consulate. Visa forms are available directly at the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in your country or by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope addressed to Visa Section.
3. Fees vary from embassy to embassy.

Use a Licensed Vietnamese company to process a Visa upon arrival:

1. Contact a Vietnam Travel or Tourism company (i.e. Asiana Travel Mate, Buffalo Tours)
2. Inform them of your need to obtain a visa and what kind
3. They will walk you through the process. You will need to supply them with all your passport information as well travel dates, intended length of stay, and an address of a place you will stay (this doesn't matter as much as you would think and you can usually use a hotel in the city you will arrive first most likely connected to the company helping you with the visa even if you only stay there for one night).
4. The entire process will usually only take anywhere from 3 days to 2 weeks depending on the company and the backlog of visa applications.
5. When you arrive in airport you will pick up your visa. Be sure to bring a passport sized photo otherwise you will have to pay for one to be done at the airport which is a hassel and can be expensive.

Using a Vietnamese company is often faster and cheaper, but it feels more risky since you won't have the visa in hand until you arrive. In our experience, both methods work fine and taking either route will get you in the country one way or another.