Forgot Your Vietnam Visa?
Don’t Cancel Your Flight.
Official offices are closed, but emergency processing is active 24/7. Use this navigator to secure your approval before you board.
Why DIY Fails on Weekends
The official Government E-Visa portal accepts applications 24/7, but human officers only process them Monday–Friday. If your flight is this weekend, the queue will not move without intervention.
Choose Your Survival Path
U.S. citizens have two primary emergency routes. Select one to see the requirements.
Visa on Arrival Letter
Best for air travelers who prefer a physical sticker and lower upfront costs.
- ✓ Speed: 4-8 Hours
- ✓ Entry: 5 Major Airports
- ! Needs 2x Photos & Cash
Emergency E-Visa
Best for seamless entry across 42 ports. No lines, no extra airport fees.
- ✓ Speed: 1-4 Hours
- ✓ Entry: All Borders/Sea
- ✓ Walk through Immigration
Your Recovery Timeline
Apply Online Now
Fill out the urgent form. Double-check your passport number (zeroes vs. letter O).
Confirm Payment & Urgency
Select ‘Emergency’ or ‘Holiday’ service. A dedicated agent will push your file immediately.
Receive Approval PDF
Check your email. For VOA, you must print the letter. For E-Visa, a digital copy usually works, but print is safer.
Airport Action
Go to the ‘Landing Visa’ desk with $25 USD crisp bills.
Critical Entry Rules
Don’t let these technicalities block your boarding.
Passport Validity
Must be valid for 6 months from arrival date. No exceptions.
Cash Condition
USD bills for VOA must be new and crisp. Torn or marked bills will be rejected.
Paper is Key
Airlines often demand a physical printout before they issue your boarding pass.
