Whether you’re visiting Vietnam for business, a holiday, or an urgent trip, you’ll have to apply for a visa to visit the country. Indian passport holders can only visit Vietnam if they have a valid visa. A Vietnamese visa can be obtained either on arrival or from the Vietnamese Embassy. In 2025, various improvements have been made to the e-visa system to support smoother applications. Indian citizens can apply for a visa on arrival, an e-visa, or a visa sticker through a local Vietnamese consulate or embassy. In this article, we will help you navigate the e-visa process of Vietnam.
Vietnam Visa Types
For Indian citizens, different types of Vietnam visas are available, depending on the purpose of the visit, method of application, and stay duration in Vietnam. Here are the types of Vietnam visas that Indian citizens can get:
Way of Application Process:
- e-visa, and
- visa on arrival ( for last-minute application)
Purpose of the Visit
- Business visa
- Tourist visa
- Relative visit visa,
Length of Stay in Vietnam
- 90 days, multiple entries
- 90 days single entry
- 30 days multiple entry
- 30 days single entry
| Type of visa | Processing time | Full charge (including Government fee) (USD/Pax) | ||
| 1-2 pax | 3-4 pax | From 5 pax | ||
| 30 days single entry | 5 – 7 working days | 48 | 47 | 46 |
| 4 working days | 66 | 65 | 63 | |
| 3 working days | 71 | 70 | 69 | |
| 2 working days | 79 | 78 | 77 | |
| 30 days multiple entry | 5 – 7 working days | 73 | 72 | 71 |
| 4 working days | 91 | 90 | 88 | |
| 3 working days | 96 | 95 | 94 | |
| 2 working days | 105 | 104 | 103 | |
| 90 days single entry | 5 – 7 working days | 50 | 49 | 48 |
| 4 working days | 66 | 65 | 63 | |
| 3 working days | 71 | 70 | 69 | |
| 2 working days | 79 | 78 | 77 | |
| 90 days multiple entry | 5 – 7 working days | 78 | 77 | 76 |
| 4 working days | 96 | 95 | 93 | |
| 3 working days | 99 | 98 | 97 | |
| 2 working days | 105 | 104 | 103 | |
Vietnam E-Visa
This is the most convenient and popular option for Indian tourists. From anywhere you can apply online using a simple form. As of 2025, the Vietnam e-visa supports multiple or single entries (depending on availability) and is valid for up to 90 days. Processing of the E-visa takes 2–3 working days, and via email you will be senta PDF visa document.
How to Apply?
- You first need to complete your online form with your travel and personal details. Double-check all the important entries to ensure they exactly match your passport. Upload all the important documents, including your digital photo and passport scan, in the appropriate size and format.
- Once you’ve uploaded all the required essentials, you’ll have to proceed to the payment stage. Fees of the e-visa can vary depending on whether you use the support service or a government portal. Select the payment method that suits you and complete the transaction.
- Once you have submitted your form, keep checking your email. You’ll receive a tracking code or an application ID, which can be used to check your status online. Once your visa has been approved, it will be sent as a downloadable PDF file to your email.
- Print out the visa. Upon arrival, you’ll have to present it at any of the approved Vietnamese land borders, seaports or airports.
Vietnam E-Visa Processing Times and Duration
- Most Vietnam e-visas have a validity for 30 days and can be issued as either multiple-entry or single-entry, depending on the information you have provided during application and your travel needs.
- Processing times is around 3 to 5 business days. However, if you’re travelling on an urgent basis, you will have to opt for an expedited service.
- You should set the date in your visa accurately ensuring it matches your flight itinerary. You should also note that visa extensions need to be arranged within Vietnam.
- You’re advised to apply early, especially if you’re traveling around major holidays or during peak tourist seasons when processing takes longer than usual.
Visa On Arrival
For those looking for some flexibility, visa on arrival is the perfect choice. To get a Visa Approval Letter you will have to first apply online, then present it at in Vietnam at the airport to get your visa stamp. This procedure is valid for only air travelers, and is available now at more entry points.
A few important things need to be kept in mind when it comes to a Visa on Arrival.
- A Visa Approval Letter – an approval letter from the Vietnam Immigration Department, which mentions that the person to whom the letter is addressed is permitted to get a visa on arrival.
- A Vietnamese Visa Application Form – an application form used to capture basic details about the visa applicant. This is generally available at the airport counters where one can get a Visa on Arrival.
- Visa Stamp Fee: Prior to travelling, one needs to pay a fee for obtaining the letter of visa on arrival, but once in Vietnam, one has to pay.
Visa On Arrival Fee Details
Service Fee for Visa Application
A visa applicant who wishes to apply for a visa on arrival has to completely pay a service fee beforehand in order to process the visa approval letter. There are three types of services when it comes to visa approval:
- Normal Service – Processing done in 2 working days
- Urgent Service – Processing done in 1 working day
- Super urgent service – Processing done in 4 Working hours
Stamping fee for a visa on arrival
This fee is paid directly to the Immigration Officer at the Immigration Desk at the Vietnam International airports. This payment is made to get the visa stamp on the passport. The approval letter is the evidence that is backed by law, showing that one is legally allowed to enter Vietnam as per the Immigration Department of Vietnam.
Types of Entries for Visa on Arrival
- Single Entry – When one is allowed to enter and exit Vietnam for just one time.
- Double Entry – When one is allowed to enter and exit Vietnam more than once in a specifically chosen period by the applicant.
The fees for a Visa on Arrival for Vietnam are categorised as under:
- Vietnam Tourist Visa Fees
- Vietnam Business Visa Fees
Under these two categories, the visa charges differ on the basis of the chosen time period of the visa and the opted service processing time period of the visa. Further, the visa fees also depend on the number of people applying for the visa.
Conclusion
For Indian citizens, traveling to Vietnam can be easier thanks to the streamlined e-visa process. Whether you apply on your own or take the assistance of a professional service, taking the right steps will ensure that your journey begins in a hassle-free way. Don’t wait anymore! Start planning your memorable Vietnamese experience today.
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