A guide for Indian citizens to easily apply for a Vietnam electronic visa | Official application tutorial | Emergency application guide

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Currently, applying for a Vietnam electronic visa will be the easiest and most convenient option for Indian citizens. The Vietnam e-visa not only saves you a lot of time and effort. However also brings unparalleled flexibility to Indian travelers around the world.

The Vietnam e-visa application process is entirely online, eliminating the need to visit the embassy or consulate in person. You can easily obtain an e-visa by simply filling out an online form. So, uploading the required documents, and paying the fee. This not only greatly shortens the waiting time but also saves you the trouble of queuing and running around.

In addition, the validity period of the Vietnam e-visa is flexible, ranging from 1 month to 3 months, and can be selected according to your actual needs. Whether you are traveling for a short period of time or for long-term business activities, Vietnam e-visa can meet your needs.

In general, Vietnam’s e-visa is not only convenient and fast but also highly flexible. Thus,  making it an ideal choice for Indian citizens traveling to Vietnam.

Who can apply for a Vietnam electronic visa?

Vietnam e-Visa has a very wide range of applications and is applicable to citizens from all over the world, including Indian citizens. No matter where you are from in the world, you can easily apply for a Vietnam e-Visa as long as you have a valid passport.

It is worth mentioning that the qualifications for Vietnam e-visa applications do not differ based on occupation or purpose. Whether you are a free traveler, a company employee, or a retiree. You can obtain a Vietnam electronic visa as long as you meet the basic conditions. This inclusivity makes the Vietnam e-visa truly a convenient option for global citizens.

Validity period of Vietnam electronic visa

The validity period of the Vietnam e-visa is very flexible and can be selected according to your actual needs. Normally, the validity period of a Vietnam e-visa is divided into the following categories:

• 1-month single entry: suitable for short-term tourism or business activities.
• Multiple Entry in 1 Month: If you need to enter and exit Vietnam multiple times in 1 month, this will be the best option.
• 3-month single entry: Facilitates long-term stays, such as long-term work or visiting relatives and friends.
• Multiple entries within 3 months: Maximize your needs for frequent travel in and out of Vietnam.

Regardless of which validity period you choose, your entry and departure dates will be approved based on the specific travel plans you provide when you apply. This ensures maximum respect and flexibility for your itinerary.

Required documents, application procedures, and precautions for applying for a Vietnam electronic visa on the official website

In order to successfully obtain a Vietnam e-visa, you need to prepare the following documents:

• Scanned copy of passport photo page: A clear and readable scan or photo of the passport photo page. (Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Vietnam and must be valid for at least 6 months.)
• Recent color ID photo with white background: a standard color ID photo with white background, usually 2 inches x 2 inches in size.

When filling out the application form, please be sure to provide accurate and complete information, including:

• Personal information: name, date of birth, nationality, etc.
• Passport information: passport number, issue date, validity period, etc.
• Travel plan: expected date of entry, length of stay, destination, etc.
• Contact information: Valid email address and contact number.

Steps to apply for Vietnam e-visa:

• Step 1: Enter the official website of Vietnam Immigration Service

The application portal for Vietnam e-visa is the official website of the Vietnam Immigration Bureau: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn

After entering the website, be sure to select the [English version] interface, and then click the “For Foreigners” option to start your application process.

• Step 2: Fill out the application form online

Next, you will enter the process of filling out the online application form. The application form is divided into the following main sections:

• Basic personal information: including name, date of birth, nationality, religious belief, etc.
• Passport information: passport number, issue date, validity period, etc.
• Travel itinerary details: expected entry date, length of stay, port of entry, etc.
• Contact Information: Reliable email address and contact number

When filling in, please be sure to carefully check whether the content of each field is correct. Once the application is submitted, the information cannot be modified.

Step 3: Pay online and get application number

After completing the application form, the system will automatically calculate the amount of visa fees you need to pay. The Vietnam Immigration Bureau currently only accepts online payment methods by Visa and Mastercard.

After the payment is successful, you will receive a unique application number. If you need to check the visa processing progress in the future, you will use this number as the basis. At the same time, the Vietnam Immigration Bureau will also send this number together with a confirmation letter to the email address you have saved.

Things to note when applying for a Vietnam electronic visa on the official website

• Apply in advance: It is recommended that you submit your application at least 10 working days before your expected departure date to ensure sufficient time for processing.
• Double-check information: Before submitting your application, double-check all information for accuracy to avoid errors or omissions.
• Save application records: During the application process, please save your application number and reference number for future inquiries.
• Check the email in time: Once the application is approved, you will receive an email containing the electronic visa documents, please check it in time.
• Bring a printed copy to enter Vietnam: When entering Vietnam, be sure to bring a printed electronic visa document so that you can show it to the authorities.

Vietnam e-visa application timetable – Emergency application guide

Although the normal review time for Vietnam e-Visa is about 3-5 working days. Sometimes you may encounter some special circumstances that require faster processing. For example:

• Your itinerary suddenly changes and you need to leave early.
• Due to negligence or other reasons, you missed the normal application time.
• There are errors or omissions in your application information and you need to resubmit.

In these cases, you can choose our emergency processing service to shorten the review time to 1-2 working days. However, please note that the cost of emergency services will be relatively high.

If you need to apply for a Vietnam e-Visa urgently, please follow the steps below:

• Visit our official website: https://www.vietnam-visa.in/apply-vietnam-visa/
• Select the “Electronic Signature” service: In the service options, select “Electronic Signature”. Select the date of entry and exit, the location of entry and exit, and the time you want to receive your visa.
• Fill in the application form: Fill in the complete application form as required and upload the passport information page and photos.
• Pay for services: Pay for emergency services using a credit card or Alipay online payment method.
• Waiting for the review result: We will send the PDF version of the electronic visa to your email address on time according to the time you want to receive the electronic visa.

Successful guarantee of emergency electronic visa application

As an experienced visa agency, we provide you with a 100% success guarantee. This means that if your Vietnam e-visa application is ultimately not approved, we will fully refund your service fee without incurring any additional costs.

Our refund procedure is fast and convenient. It is operated through the PayPal system and the money can be refunded to the credit card you used to pay within 1 working day. If you paid with Alipay, you will receive the refund immediately. This not only ensures your rights and interests but also reflects our confidence in the quality of our services.

In fact, we have been handling visas for Indian citizens for more than 10 years and have rich experience and expertise. So we are very confident.

If you have any questions about Vietnam visa application or want to apply for a visa in an emergency, please contact us: info@vietnam-visa.in ; LINE/WeChat: vietnam-visa