I am Iniya, a newlywed from India who had an extravagant wedding in Vietnam. A perfect blend of various cultures, Vietnam is a mesmerizing country in South East Asia. People who are looking for an international wedding destination should definitely consider this country. The mountains, beaches, and vibrant cities, everything about this country is fascinating. And you will also experience Indian influence in their culture, which is genuinely intriguing. However, I am not here to gush about my wedding or how beautiful this country is. I am here to tell you how to get yourself and your guest to Vietnam without any hassle.
When we decided Vietnam as our wedding destination, our first concern was how we will get a visa for our guests in such a short time span. Luckily we found that Vietnam is among the handful countries that offer visa on arrival. And if you too are planning to have a family affair such as a wedding, then this blog will guide the process of applying for Vietnam visa on arrival.
Visa on Arrival – Why is It so Favored?
People often have a smile on their faces when they see that Vietnam or any other country offer visa on arrival, and there are reasons behind those smiles. Let’s discuss why people favored visa on arrival in place of getting a visa from the embassy –
1. It is Hassle-Free
If people who are only planning a trip for a short time period, visa on arrival offers a lot of convenient. To begin with, you don’t have to get into the hassles of filling out tons of paperwork, verification process, etc. with relevant documents in hand; you can get your visa on arrival stamped in no time.
2. A Straightforward Process-
The process of applying for Vietnam visa on arrival is extremely simple and straightforward. You apply for a visa approval letter, submit the letter along with stamping fees, and get your visa on arrival almost instantly.
3. Waiting Time
You can get your Vietnam visa approval letter within 2 business days (rush service is available with extra fee), and that is the only time you have to wait during the whole process.
Steps of Applying for Vietnam Visa on Arrival Process
Following are the steps you need to follow while you are applying for Vietnam visa on arrival –
1. Apply for Visa Online in Advance
People often think that they have to take Vietnam visa on arrival once they reach the country. However, you have to first apply for a visa on arrival via online and obtain a letter of approval. In a normal circumstance, this process takes around 3 to 5 businesses days, whereas, in case of urgent scenarios, the letter can be obtained within 8 hours.
2. Submit the Required Documents
Once you have reached Vietnam International Airport; you must directly head to the visa counter. There you have to submit the hard copy of the letter of approval along with your passport and your two passport-sized photos. You have to pay USD 24 for a single entry and USD 50 for couple entry in order to get your visa stamped. Make sure you carry this amount in cash because you would not be able to pay via card or any other medium.
Are You Eligible for Visa on Arrival?
Before you begin applying for Vietnam Visa on Arrival ensure that you adhere to the eligibility criteria for the same. Following are the criteria that you must fulfill in order to get Vietnam visa on arrival –
- The first criterion is that you must hold a valid Indian passport that is issued to you 6 months before your date of arrival at Vietnam.
- Your passport must have 2 blank pages for your visa stamp.
- You are eligible for Vietnam visa on arrival if you are traveling by air. If you are entering the country via sea or land route, you must have a valid visa in advance.
Where You Can Obtain Vietnam Visa on Arrival
All Vietnam airports do not offer visa on approval, so you have to ensure that you get a ticket to the right airport. Following are the Vietnam International Airport that offers visa on arrival –
- Phu Quoc International Airport (Phu Quoc island)
- Cat Bi International Airport (Hai Phong city)
- Cam Ranh International Airport (near Nha Trang city)
- Da Nang International Airport (Da Nang city)
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh city)
- Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi city)
- Lien Khuong International Airport (Da Lat city)
Vietnam is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and mesmerizing destination wedding locations. And the fact that it offers visa on arrival makes it even easier for you to plan a destination wedding there. Prior to applying for a visa on arrival, make sure you put in the research and be extremely careful while applying for the approval. Even a small typo or spelling error can result in a delay in the entire process, and you may have to start all over again.
