“Vietnam Visa 2025” All information about Indian citizens applying for a Vietnam visa (visa exemption, visa type, application procedures, application time, fees, urgent visa)

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This article will comprehensively analyze the various ways to apply for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens. Including visa exemption, application procedures, electronic visa, visa on arrival, and fast visa so that you can easily plan your travel.

Visa exemption preferential policies for Indian citizens

Indian citizens traveling to Phu Quoc Island can enjoy 30 days of visa exemption. In addition to these two visa exemption policies, all Indian citizens traveling to Vietnam need to apply for a visa.

Regarding Phu Quoc’s visa-free policy, you should know the following points:

• The visa-free benefit only applies to travelers who travel to Phu Quoc and live on the island. If you plan to travel to other parts of Vietnam, you must apply for a visa in advance.
• The visa-free benefit only applies to flights that fly directly to Phu Quoc or transfer to other countries to Phu Quoc. If you need to transfer to a domestic airport in Vietnam. So you must first apply for a transit visa or a visa on arrival (if you transfer to Phu Quoc from other places in Vietnam, you must also ask the airline whether you need a visa).
• The 30-day visa-free benefit is only for tourism purposes. If you need to work in Vietnam, you still need to apply for the relevant visa in advance.

Application procedures of Vietnam visa for Indian citizens

For Indian citizens who need to apply for a Vietnamese visa, you can choose from the following two options:

Apply for a visa at a Vietnamese consulate

If there is a Vietnamese consulate near you, you can go directly to apply for a visa. The following materials are required:

• Passport with a validity period of more than 6 months
• Round-trip air tickets or itinerary proof
• Hotel reservation or accommodation proof
• Invitation letter (if any)
• 2 recent photos of 3×4 cm
• Filled visa application form

After submitting the materials, it usually takes 5-7 working days for the consulate to process your visa and return your passport.

Apply for an visa online

For Indian citizens who do not have a Vietnamese consulate to visit, you can choose to apply for an e-visa online. This method is easy to operate. Just fill in the application form online, upload the required photos and information, and you can get the approval result within 3-5 working days. After approval, you will receive an electronic visa, and you only need to print it out and show it when you leave. This type of visa is divided into two types: tourist visa on arrival and business visa on arrival.

It is worth mentioning that there is no need to submit any physical documents when applying for an electronic visa, which greatly simplifies the procedures.

Electronic visa application process:

Currently, Indian citizens can easily apply for a Vietnamese electronic visa, which is valid for up to 90 days and can be entered multiple times. The application process is very simple:

• Enter the Vietnamese government’s electronic visa website and click “Submit Application”.
• Upload a personal portrait photo and passport profile page, and fill in personal information in English.
• After completion, write down the registration code provided by the system.
• Pay a $25 application fee and wait 3-5 working days.
• Check the application results through the website or email.
• After the application is successful, please print out the relevant documents and present them when you leave.

If you want to save trouble, you can also choose an agent service. Just pay a small additional fee and someone will handle the e-visa application for you, guaranteeing 100% risk-free visa issuance, without having to fill out English documents in person. Please click this link to apply (select e-visa): https://www.vietnam-visa.in/apply-vietnam-visa/

In addition to the e-visa, Indian citizens can also choose to apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA). The so-called visa on arrival means that the visa application is processed after arriving in Vietnam.

The process of applying for a visa on arrival is as follows:

• Fill out the application form online at home (select visa on arrival): https://www.vietnam-visa.in/apply-vietnam-visa/.
• Submit passport photos and other required information.
• Wait for a few working days to obtain the visa approval issued by the Vietnam Immigration Bureau.

Bring the approval and other required documents to the international airport in Vietnam to complete the visa-on-arrival procedure (submit the original passport, entry application form, visa-on-arrival approval, and 2 photos) and pay the visa fee.

It is worth noting that currently, only a Vietnamese travel agency can apply for a tourist visa on arrival. While a business visa on arrival requires the support of a guarantee company. In addition, the validity period of a tourist visa on arrival is 30 days and cannot be extended. Thus, a business visa on arrival can stay for up to 3 months and can apply for an extension once. 

The advantage of a visa on arrival is that it is fast and convenient. In an emergency, it only takes 4 working days to be approved. For emergency services, it can be received within 2-4 working hours at the fastest. At the same time, there is no need to submit physical documents, the entire process is done online, and the cost is relatively low. You can apply for a visa on arrival at the following 8 international airports in Vietnam:

• Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport
• Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport
• Haiphong Cat Bi International Airport
• Da Nang International Airport
• Khanh Hoa Cam Ranh International Airport
• Can Tho International Airport
• Da Lat Lien Khuong International Airport
• Phu Quoc International Airport

VIP Fast Track Service

If you don’t want to queue up at the Vietnam airport to enter Vietnam, you can consider using the VIP Fast Track service. This service can help you complete the entry procedures more quickly.

• Choose VIP service when applying for a visa: you will see the option of VIP fast-track service, select it and pay the corresponding fee
• Upon arrival at Vietnam Airport: Our staff will meet you at the exit, quickly issue you a visa and quickly pass through customs without waiting in long lines.

VIP fast track service can save you precious time and energy, and avoid the trouble of waiting in long lines at the airport. This service is especially suitable for business people who are in a hurry or want to get better service.

Visa agency emergency service success guarantee: We promise a 100% success rate and on-time visa issuance, otherwise a full refund will be made. If we are unable to obtain a visa for you on time, you will receive a 100% refund of the application fee. We have more than 10 years of experience in visa agencies and understand the importance of timely visa issuance for business people. With our emergency service, you can travel to Vietnam with confidence and complete your business activities efficiently.

Overview of Vietnam visa types for Indian Citizens

Depending on the purpose of entry, Vietnam visas can be divided into many types, including tourist visas, business visas, work visas, and student/internship visas. This section will focus on the details of tourist visas and business visas.

• Tourist visa

A tourist visa is the type of visa that Indian citizens need to apply for when traveling to Vietnam for sightseeing. The main features include:

Validity period: You can apply for a short-term tourist visa ranging from a few days to 3 months. The visa validity period is written on the visa, depending on the applicant’s needs. Single or multiple entries, depending on the applicant’s needs

Application information:

• Filled visa application form
• Passport with a validity period of more than 6 months
• Round-trip ticket booking record
• Hotel reservation or accommodation certificate

Fee: The specific amount depends on the visa validity period and the number of entries you choose. For detailed fee information, please check the official website. Please click on the link to check the latest fees.

• Business visa

If you need to travel to Vietnam for business or conduct business activities, you need to apply for a business visa. Compared with tourist visas, business visas have the following features:

Validity period:

• Maximum stay is 3 months
• Can apply for one extension (provided that the original sponsor company continues to provide sponsorship)
• Cannot be extended (if applying for an e-commerce visa)

Application conditions:

• Consulate visa or visa on arrival: Must have a Vietnamese company as a sponsor, provide a business invitation letter and other supporting documents
• E-visa: Not required
• Cost:

Business visas are usually more expensive than tourist visas. However the specific amount still depends on your length of stay and number of entries. Please click on the link to check the latest costs.

No matter which type of visa you apply for, please be sure to prepare in advance and ensure that the information provided is true and valid to avoid delays in travel plans. If you have any questions, you can also contact us: at info@vietnam-visa.in; LINE: Vietnam-visa

Detailed description of visa validity

The validity period of Vietnam visas varies depending on the type. It is crucial to accurately understand the validity period of each type of visa so that you can arrange your trip reasonably and avoid unnecessary trouble. The following is a detailed introduction to the validity period of each type of visa:

Tourist visa:

15-day validity: If your trip to Vietnam is only for a short trip, you can apply for a tourist visa with a validity period of several days. The validity period of the visa will be strictly in accordance with the itinerary you provide, so please fill in carefully.

1-month validity: For travelers whose itinerary is not very certain, a tourist visa with a validity period of one month may be more suitable. There is no need to provide a specific entry date, as long as you travel to Vietnam within the validity period of the visa. However, this type of visa cannot be extended and will be considered an illegal stay if it expires.

3-month validity period: If you plan to stay in Vietnam for a longer period of time, you may consider applying for a tourist visa with a validity period of 3 months. Please arrange your trip reasonably to avoid exceeding the validity period.

Business visa and work visa: 

Compared with tourist visas, business visas and work visas are usually valid for longer periods of time, up to 1 year or more. The specific period will depend on the purpose of your trip to Vietnam and the supporting documents provided. For example, if you need to work in Vietnam for more than one year. So, you will need to apply for a long-term work visa.

In addition, business visas and work visas can choose single or multiple entries. The cost of a multiple-entry visa will be higher than that of a single entry. However it is more flexible and convenient, suitable for people who need to travel to Vietnam frequently.

Visa extension: Some visa types allow extension, but the conditions are different. Taking a business visa as an example, if the original sponsor company is willing to continue to provide you with a guarantee. You can apply for an extension, which can be extended to 6 months at most. However, for tourist visas, the Vietnamese government usually does not allow extensions.

If your visa is about to expire but you still need to stay in Vietnam. Please apply for an extension or a new visa in time to avoid legal disputes. It has recommended that you start preparing relevant materials at least 15 days before the expiration of your visa to prevent the procedures from taking too long.

Details Fees of Vietnam visa for Indian Citizens

The cost of obtaining a Vietnam visa usually includes two parts: service fee and visa fee.

• For visa on arrival: the former get the fee paid to the visa agency. So the latter is the fee you need to pay when you actually apply for a visa at the Vietnam airport.
• For e-visas: These two fees are paid online together. And you do not need to pay any more fees when you arrive at the airport.

Here are the specific instructions for these two fees:

• Service fee: The amount of the service fee mainly depends on the type of visa you choose and the degree of expedited processing. Generally speaking, the service fee for tourist visas is lower, while the fees for business visas and work visas will be higher. In addition, if you need to expedite processing, additional expedited fees will be incurred.
• Visa fee: If you apply for a visa on arrival and arrive at the Vietnam airport, you will also need to pay the visa fee on the spot. The standards for this part of the fee are as follows: Single-entry visa is US$25; multiple-entry visa with a validity period of 3 months is US$50.

It should be noted that the above fee standards may change due to policy adjustments. And the specific amount is subject to the official announcement at the time. In addition, visa fees are the same for both adults and children.