Flying into Vietnam and want a visa option that’s fast to arrange but doesn’t require an embassy visit? Vietnam Visa On Arrival (VOA) lets eligible air travelers apply online in advance, receive an official approval letter by email, and get their visa stamped directly at a Vietnamese international airport upon landing.
Who needs a Vietnam Visa On Arrival?
- Travelers flying into Vietnam who are not eligible for unilateral visa exemption
- Tourists who prefer a simple online pre-approval process instead of visiting an embassy
- Business travelers who need a sponsoring company and a business-purpose entry
- Anyone booking last-minute and needing a faster alternative to embassy visa stamping
Key benefits:
- Apply online from anywhere — no embassy visit needed
- Approval letter delivered by email, usually within a few working days
- Visa stamped in person at the airport, so you always leave with your passport in hand
- Available for both tourist and business purposes
- Whole families or groups can apply on a single application
👉 Contact us on WhatsApp or by email and let our team confirm your eligibility and fees before you pay.
Important: VOA is only available for travelers arriving by air. If you’re entering Vietnam by land border or by cruise ship, you’ll need a full visa issued in advance (such as an e-visa) rather than a visa on arrival.
Vietnam Visa On Arrival Requirements (2026)
Before you apply, make sure you have — or can prepare — the following:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry |
| Passport-sized photos | 2 recent passport photos, brought physically to the airport |
| Approval letter | Printed hard copy, issued to your email after approval |
| Entry & exit form | Printed and filled out, provided along with your approval letter |
| Stamping fee | Paid in cash directly at the airport immigration counter |
| Arrival airport | Must be one of Vietnam’s designated international airports |
| Sponsor (business VOA only) | A Vietnam-based sponsoring company for business-purpose applications |
Tip: The approval letter becomes valid from your granted arrival date — not from the date you applied or the date it was issued — so applying weeks in advance is completely fine.
Eligibility & Visa Exemption Note
Tourist VOA is generally intended for travelers who are not already covered by Vietnam’s short-stay visa exemption policy and are not applying for an e-visa instead. Business VOA is open to all nationalities, provided you have a sponsoring company in Vietnam.
| Item | Tourist VOA | Business VOA |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible applicants | Travelers not covered by visa exemption or e-visa | All nationalities |
| Sponsor required | Optional (tour operator, if any) | Required (Vietnam-based company) |
| Validity | Up to 20–25 days, single entry, non-extendable | Up to 3 months, single or multiple entry, extendable once |
| Validity starts from | Granted arrival date (not the approval letter issue date) | Granted arrival date (not the approval letter issue date) |
If your nationality already qualifies for visa-free entry for a short stay, or if you’d prefer a visa you can print and carry without an airport counter step, the Vietnam e-visa may be a simpler option — worth checking before you commit to VOA.
Step-by-Step: How to Apply for Vietnam Visa On Arrival
Option A — Applying Yourself Through an Online Agent Form
- Fill out an online application form with your personal details, expected arrival date, and entry airport.
- Wait for confirmation of your service fee and processing time.
- Pay online and wait for processing with Vietnam’s immigration authorities.
- Receive your approval letter by email, print it along with the entry-exit form.
- Prepare your airport documents — photos, original passport, cash for the stamping fee.
- Get stamped on arrival at the immigration counter of your Vietnam airport.
This route is workable, but many independent applicants find the fee negotiation and lack of live support stressful when a flight is already booked.
Option B — Applying Through Our Service
- Send us your details by email or WhatsApp — your full name, passport photo page, expected arrival date, and entry airport. No form to fill out yourself.
- We confirm your eligibility, fee, and processing time upfront, directly in the chat — no surprises later.
- We prepare and submit your application with Vietnam Immigration and track it through to approval, keeping you updated by WhatsApp or email.
- You receive your approval letter and entry-exit form by email, ready to print, along with a checklist of exactly what to bring to the airport.
- Optional: add airport fast-track service so a staff member meets you at immigration and guides you through the stamping process.
Processing Times & Pricing
Choose the processing speed that fits your travel date. Every Vietnam Visa On Arrival has two separate charges: our service fee (for processing your application and issuing the approval letter) and the stamping fee (a fixed government charge paid in cash at the airport).
| Service Tier | Processing Time | Service Fee | Stamping Fee (paid at airport) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3–5 working days | Contact us on WhatsApp | $25 USD (single entry) / $50 USD (multiple entry) |
| Urgent | 2 working days | Contact us on WhatsApp | $25 USD (single entry) / $50 USD (multiple entry) |
| Super Urgent | 1 working day | Contact us on WhatsApp | $25 USD (single entry) / $50 USD (multiple entry) |
| Rush Emergency | Weekends or just a few hours | Contact us on WhatsApp | $25 USD (single entry) / $50 USD (multiple entry) |
Why “Contact us on WhatsApp” for the service fee? Unlike the e-visa, VOA pricing depends on several factors together — tourist vs. business purpose, single vs. multiple entry, and your chosen processing speed. Message us your travel details and we’ll confirm your exact all-in quote before you pay anything, so you always know the full cost upfront.
SPECIAL NOTES:
- Processing hours: Applications are processed from 08:00–11:30 and 13:30–17:00 (Vietnam time, GMT+7), Monday to Friday. We do not process during weekends (Saturday and Sunday) or Vietnamese public holidays, except under the Rush Emergency service.
- Stamping fee: This is a fixed Vietnamese government charge, separate from our service fee, and must be paid in cash (USD) directly at the airport immigration counter upon arrival.
- Payment terms: Our service fee is required in advance, at the time your application is confirmed. Once an application has been submitted, the service fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, as it covers the cost of processing the application and applies regardless of whether the approval letter is ultimately granted or rejected.
- Rush Emergency availability: This tier is not available on weekends or public holidays as standard. For urgent needs falling on these days, please contact us on WhatsApp to check current availability and pricing.
- Applying at least 10 working days before departure is recommended to avoid emergency processing fees.
Why Use Our Vietnam Visa On Arrival Service
- ✅ Real human contact from step one — no online forms, just message us your details directly and talk to a specialist
- ✅ Upfront, transparent fees — confirmed by email or WhatsApp before you pay
- ✅ Fast processing options — including same-day emergency approval letters
- ✅ 24/7 support — WhatsApp, email, and live chat, including holidays
- ✅ Family & group applications — apply for everyone in one message
- ✅ Airport guidance included — a clear checklist of what to bring and where to go
- ✅ Optional airport fast-track add-on — skip long immigration lines with staff assistance
Applying Yourself vs. Using Our Service
| Feature | Applying Yourself | Our Service |
|---|---|---|
| How you apply | Technical online form, easy to make errors | Simply message us your details by email or WhatsApp — no form to fill out |
| Fee transparency | Often unclear until later stages | Confirmed upfront by email/WhatsApp |
| Support | Limited or none | 24/7 WhatsApp, chat, and email support |
| Group/family applications | Handled individually in most cases | One message covers the whole group |
| Airport guidance | You’re on your own | Document checklist + optional fast-track assistance |
| Rush processing | Often not available | Urgent and emergency options available |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Vietnam Visa On Arrival (VOA)? It’s a visa process where you apply online in advance, receive an approval letter by email, and get your visa physically stamped in your passport at a Vietnamese international airport upon arrival.
2. Is Vietnam Visa On Arrival available for land border or cruise arrivals? No. VOA is only available for travelers arriving by air. Those entering by land or sea need a different visa arranged in advance.
3. How far in advance should I apply for my approval letter? You can apply anytime, but applying at least 10 working days before departure helps you avoid emergency processing fees. The letter is valid from your arrival date, not your application date.
4. What’s the difference between Tourist VOA and Business VOA? Tourist VOA allows a single entry for up to 20–25 days and cannot be extended. Business VOA allows up to 3 months, single or multiple entry, and can be extended once — but requires a sponsoring company in Vietnam.
5. What documents do I need at the airport? Your printed approval letter, completed entry-exit form, original passport (valid 6+ months), two passport-sized photos, and cash for the stamping fee.
6. Can I apply for my whole family in one application? Yes, families and small groups can apply together on a single application. Larger groups (10+) can request tailored group processing.
7. How much does Vietnam Visa On Arrival cost? You’ll pay two separate charges: our service fee (which depends on your visa type, entry count, and processing speed — message us on WhatsApp for an exact quote) and a fixed government stamping fee of $25 USD (single entry) or $50 USD (multiple entry), paid in cash at the airport.
8. Which airports accept Vietnam Visa On Arrival? VOA is available at Vietnam’s major international airports, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, and Hai Phong.
9. Can Vietnam Visa On Arrival be extended? Tourist VOA generally cannot be extended. Business VOA can typically be extended once, subject to approval.
10. Is Visa On Arrival safe and legitimate? Yes — VOA is an official process recognized by Vietnam’s Immigration Department. Choosing a transparent, responsive service provider helps avoid delays or unexpected fees.
11. Do I need to fill out an online form to use your service? No. Just send your passport photo page, expected arrival date, and entry airport to us by email or WhatsApp. A specialist will confirm your eligibility and fees directly with you and handle the rest.
Get Your Vietnam Visa On Arrival Sorted Today
Don’t wait until you’re at the airport to sort your visa. Just message our team your passport details, arrival date, and entry airport by email or WhatsApp — we’ll confirm your fee, process your application, and get your approval letter into your inbox, ready to print.
👉 Message us on WhatsApp or by email to get started — fast processing, transparent fees, support whenever you need it.
This guide is for general information purposes. Visa requirements, fees, and eligible airports are set by the Vietnam Immigration Department and may change; always confirm current details before applying.
