Remember that the landing visa is only available to claim at the airports. If you’re entering Vietnam through land border entry points or seaports, you cannot use this visa. For visitors on a cruise and those who are entering by land, the e-visa option is a better choice.
It’s highly recommended that you apply for your Vietnam visa as early as you can. The Vietnam Immigration recommends applying for the visa at least two weeks prior to your trip. If you need the visa very urgently, you can request for the rush processing of your visa. There will be an added fee for this option, but you will get your pre-approval letter in as fast as 24 hours!
Another important thing to keep in mind is to make sure that you have a printed copy of the pre-approval letter. You cannot show a soft copy of this letter when claiming your visa. Also, there are some airlines that will ask you to show a visa at the check-in counter. Since you don’t have your Vietnam visa yet, you can show them the letter. This letter is proof that your visa is waiting for you at the airport.
