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How to get a Vietnam entry visa on arrival - LHD Law Firm

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The video by LHD Law Firm explains how to obtain a Vietnam visa on arrival, emphasizing that the process is generally straightforward and can save time and money compared with applying in advance at a consulate/embassy—especially for travelers who are far from diplomatic missions.

What Vietnam Visa on Arrival Is

  • A visa option where travelers receive a visa stamp upon landing at designated international airports in Vietnam.

  • The video notes that Vietnam has many visa categories, but highlights two commonly used on-arrival entry visas:

    1. Tourist visa (DL): up to 90 days
    2. Business visa (DN): up to 1 year

Where It Can Be Obtained (Airports)

The video lists eight international airports where visa on arrival is available:

  1. Hanoi – Noi Bai International Airport
  2. Ho Chi Minh City – Tan Son Nhat International Airport
  3. Cam Ranh International Airport (referenced, though subtitles appear garbled)
  4. Da Nang International Airport (spelled inconsistently in subtitles)
  5. Phu Quoc International Airport (subtitles contain unclear naming)
  6. Lien Khuong International Airport
  7. Can Tho International Airport
  8. Phu Bai / Da Nang / Fukuok (subtitles include unclear airport naming)

Note: Several airport names appear inconsistent or unclear in the subtitles, but the video references them as visa-on-arrival destinations.

Eligibility Requirements (As Stated)

The video lists conditions such as:

  • Your departure country does not have authority to issue the visa on arrival (as presented in subtitles).
  • You have taken multiple international flights before arriving.
  • Your travel purpose includes scenarios such as:
    • Visiting seriously ill relatives
    • Attending a relative’s funeral
  • You are sponsored by an international tourism company in Vietnam.
  • You are required by Vietnamese authorities to travel, or you are invited to address urgent issues.

Cost Breakdown

Two types of fees are described:

  1. Service fee

    • Paid in advance to the service provider
    • Amount depends on visa type (exact details not fully specified).

  2. Stamping fee

    • Paid directly to Vietnamese authorities at the airport (in USD)

    • Examples given:

    • Single entry: $25

    • Multiple entry (3 months): $50
    • Multiple entry (6 months): $95
    • Multiple entry (1 year): $135

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Choose a reputable visa service provider in Vietnam to apply for the pre-approval letter and pay the service fee.
  2. Receive the approval letter by email (often with an immigration declaration form attached).
    • Complete required forms
    • Prepare passport photos (white background)
    • Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
  3. On arrival, present your documents and pay the stamping fee at the airport immigration counter.

Processing Timeline

  • Approval letter processing typically takes 2–5 business days.
  • Expedited service may produce a letter in 2–4 hours (additional fees may apply).

Practical Tips / Warnings

  • Request the entry approval letter 3–10 days before departure.
    • The subtitles mention “to 2 to 3 days” and later “within a week,” but the guidance is to apply early.
  • Applying too close to travel (around within a week) may be risky due to processing times.
  • Ensure your nationality is eligible and check e-visa eligibility via official government channels if needed.
  • Tell the service provider which Vietnam airport you will land at.
  • Bring exact USD cash for the stamping fee (paid at immigration).
  • Larger airports such as Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai (Hanoi) may have higher volume, which could lead to longer processing times.

Additional Note: “Visa Entry Letter”

The video stresses that you must obtain a visa entry letter beforehand, typically supported by documents such as:

  • A sponsorship letter from relatives in Vietnam, or
  • A company/organization document to support the request to immigration.

LHD Law Firm’s Offered Service

The video promotes LHD Law Firm’s assistance with:

  • Document translations needed for the visa on arrival application
  • Claims include:
    • Experienced linguists familiar with Vietnamese visa requirements
    • Translations delivered in 24 hours for standard documents
    • Notarization and consular authentication available on request
    • Confidentiality of submitted information
    • Free quote

Presenters / Contributors

  • LHD Law Firm (no individual presenter is named in the subtitles)

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