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Vietnam attracts millions of travellers from around the globe every year. In 2018, the country received more than 15.5 million international tourists. (1)
With a rich cultural heritage, history and natural beauty, Vietnam’s diverse landscapes ensure an exciting vacation for tourists. If you are an Indian citizen planning to travel to Vietnam, make sure you read on.
Yes, Indian travellers need the Vietnam visa to enter the country. However, the country offers visa on arrival provisions to Indian nationals.
Yes, there is a visa on arrival option available for Indian passport holders if they are planning to visit Vietnam. This Vietnam visa on arrival is valid for a period of 30 days from the date of arrival in the country.
For this visa, Indian passport holders first will have to apply for the e-visa online, obtain the approval letter and collect the visa on their arrival in Vietnam.
A fee is applicable for both e-Visa and visa on arrival applicants travelling to Vietnam. However, the fee varies depending on the process you choose for an application. Take a look at the table below:
Mode of Application |
Fee |
Apply for e-Visa and collect Visa on arrival at the airport (valid for 30 days) - Online Process |
Pay ₹2066 ($25) for e-Visa processing fee |
Apply for Visa at the Embassy (valid for 30 days) (through VFS global) - Offline Process |
₹4500 for single entry tourist visa |
Disclaimer: The figures mentioned here have been converted from USD to INR and subject to change, as per the foreign exchange rate. Also, there are multiple Government approved agents present, so the e-Visa fee to get the visa letter varies as per the selected agent.
Also note that Indian citizens can apply for other visa variants (for longer stay-duration). Please check the requirements for the same and their adjacent fees before applying.
To apply for a Vietnam visa, you need to furnish the following documents.
If you are looking to avail visa on arrival, you need to provide the following additional documents as well.
Now that you know the Vietnam visa requirements for Indian citizens take a look at the detailed procedure for application.
Here is the step-by-step procedure to complete the e-Visa application process online.
Wait for three working days after completing the online Vietnam visa application process and you will be issued the approval letter for your visa. Next,
Save the letter as a PDF file and take printouts of the same during your travels. On your arrival in Vietnam, you will have to present this approval letter and collect your visa from the authorised place.
Important: Basis the feedback we have received from our users, there are Visa providers who are charging additional service fees along with the visa fee. Please check the details correctly before you proceed with the same. We have removed the link from the steps as the same website started charging service fees to their customers. (Updated 30-10-2022).
Individuals who prefer the offline mode of acquiring a visa can do so through VFS Global (one of the outsourcing services company that directly serves the Government of India among others).
Indian citizens can follow the steps mentioned below to apply for their Vietnam visa via VFS Global:
You can apply for the visa with any of VFS Global’s branches located at Chennai, Hyderabad or Bengaluru.
The Vietnam embassy in India is located in New Delhi. Following are the contact details for it -
Got your visa? Now, you are all set to travel! Or are you?
What about an insurance policy to cover your Vietnam vacation?
International Travel insurance is not mandatory for Vietnam. However, availing a travel insurance is essential, no matter your destination. Here is why insuring your trip to Vietnam is essential:
Avail Comprehensive Coverage Starting from Rs. 225 - A single adult person can avail a sum insured of $50,000 under their Digit travel insurance for Vietnam at the nominal price of Rs. 225 (excl. 18%) for a 7 days trip!
Disclaimer - The information above has been collected by consulting various internet sources. Please make sure you visit the official government website of Vietnam and verify the information before making any reservations or applying.
Travellers who are unable to avail visa beforehand can apply for a visa on arrival at least 3-5 days before travel. After completing the application, they can walk up to a Vietnam port of entry and pick up their visa documents.
The travel visa to Vietnam can last for 30 days. However, you can also choose to renew your visa and stay in Vietnam for longer.
No. Your passport must be valid for at least the next six months from the date of your visit to Vietnam, to acquire a visa. You should renew the passport first before applying for the visa to Vietnam.
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Your policy is subjected to terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and policy wording. Please go through the documents carefully.
The information mentioned here about the countries, visa fees and others is taken from different sources. Digit Insurance is not promoting or recommending anything here. Please verify the same before you book your tickets, apply for a visa, buy a travel policy or make any other decision.
Last updated: 2024-03-14
CIN: U66010PN2016PLC167410, IRDAI Reg. No. 158.
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