According to Article 13 of Decree No. 92/2007/ND-CP, international travel agencies have the right to request that a competent state agency, such as the Vietnam Immigration Department (VID), approve the entry, exit, or transit of tourists. This decree details the implementation of several articles of the Laws on Tourism, including regulations regarding the rights and obligations of international tourist agencies. Therefore, international travel agencies can legally request the VID’s assistance in approving Visa Approval Letters for their tourist clients.
What is Vietnam visa?
A Vietnam visa is a certificate issued or a stamp marked on the applicant’s passport by the immigration authorities of Vietnam (either the Vietnam embassy/consulate or the Vietnam Immigration Department). It indicates that the applicant’s credentials have been verified and that they have been granted permission to enter Vietnam and stay in the country for a specified period. It is also referred to as official permission for Vietnam entry.
Forms of Vietnam visa
According to Vietnam’s current visa policy, travelers can apply for one of two available visa options.
a. Loose-leaf visa which is often issued to those whose valid passport has no blank page:
b. E-visa:
Visa exemption policy for holders of popular passports
Nowadays, not all travelers are required to get a visa for Vietnam. Vietnam Visa exemption is granted to:
- Citizens of Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan and Laos for visits of 30 days at the maximum.
- Citizens of Philippines for visits of 21 days at the maximum.
- Citizens of Japan, South Korea, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Belarus, Italy, Germany, Spain, France and Finland for visits of 45 days at the maximum.
- Citizens of Brunei, Myanmar for visits of 14 days at the maximum.
- Citizens of UK (Excluding British passport holders abroad – BNO) for visits of 45 days at the maximum.
- Citizens of Chile and Panama holding valid diplomatic or official passports for visits of 90 days at the maximum.
- APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) Holders from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies for visits of 60 days at the maximum.
- Foreign passports are exempt from visa requirements to Phu Quoc island for no longer than 30 days. If they transit through other international airports in Vietnam before arriving Phu Quoc, they are still eligible for the exemption.
How to get a visa for Vietnam
Those who do not qualify for Vietnam’s visa exemption program will need to obtain a visa to enter the country Fortunately the visa application process is relatively straightforward as travelers currently have two options to secure a valid and legitimate Vietnamese visa:
- Apply for a visa at the Vietnam embassy
- Apply for Vietnam E-Visa.
The E-Visa process is simple and convenient, saving you both time and money. Here’s how it works:
- Easy Payment: Making payments online is quick and easy. You can use methods like PayPal, One Pay, or Western Union. It only takes a few minutes to transfer the money to the visa agent’s account.
- Apply Online: Access the internet, fill out the application form online, and receive the E-Visa within 5-7 working days.
- Receive and Use: Once you receive the E-Visa via email, print it out and use it to enter Vietnam. The E-Visa is valid for all types of transportation and can be used to get your visa stamped on your passport at a Vietnam international entry port.
- No Need to Send Passport: You don’t need to send your passport far away. Just ensure all information provided on the application is correct.