VIETNAM VOA AND E-VISA: WHAT TYPE OF VISA SHOULD YOU APPLY FOR?
If you are planning to visit Vietnam, you should consider the Vietnam Visa first. There are two popular Vietnam visas: Vietnam Visa on arrival(VOA) and E-Visa. Both Vietnam Visa on arrival(VOA) and E-visa have their own merits or drawbacks that are suitable to the customer’s demand. What type of Vietnam Visa should you apply for? This article will determine which one is right for you
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1. WHAT IS VIETNAM VISA ON ARRIVAL (VOA) AND E-VISA?
Vietnam VOA (Vietnam Visa on Arrival) is a type of visa that you can receive at the Vietnam International Airport after applying online and receiving the Approval letter.
E-Visa (Electronic Visa) is a type of Vietnam online visa that you can register and receive Vietnam visa online before coming to Vietnam. It isn’t necessary to make any procedure at the Vietnam international border gate.
2. COMPARE VIETNAM VOA AND E-VISA
By comparing Vietnam VOA and E-Visa, you can clearly understand the difference between them.
2.1. What Is The Difference Between Vietnam Voa And E-Visa?
Vietnam VOA and E-Visa are two types of visas issued to foreigners who wish to enter Vietnam. These visas differ in terms of application requirements, forms, costs, processing time, and entry points.
| Characteristic | Visa on Arrival (VOA) | E-Visa |
| Eligibility | Tourists who enter Vietnam by Vietnam International Airport | Tourists who enter Vietnam by the Vietnam border gate ( by land, sea and air) |
| Form | Approval letter, Visa payment card, Passport | Visa application, Visa payment card and Passport. |
| where to apply for | Apply online via Vietnam Embassy/Consulate or guarantee company in Vietnam | Submit your information through the electronic visa information page of the Vietnam Immigration Department |
| Fees | Online fees + Visa stamping fee ( 25 USD for single entry visa or 50 USD for Multiple entry visa) | Pay online ( 25USD for single entry visa or 50USD for multiple entry visa) |
| Vietnam visa status check | Checking online via the Vietnam Immigration Department system of contact directly to your Visa agent. | Use the application code to check visa results on the electronic visa information page. |
| Processing time | – Normal processing time: 3 working days; – Urgent processing: 1 working day; – Super urgent processing: 1-4 working hours. | – Normal cases: Completed within 6 working days; – Urgent cases: Completed within 1-2 working days. |
| Apply visa stamp | At the Landing Visa counter at the airport after arriving in Vietnam | E-Visa is sent via your email |
| Border gate | 10 Vietnam International Airport | 33 international border gates in Vietnam (air, land and sea) |
| Valid time | Within 30 days | Within 90 days |
2.1. What Is The Difference Between Vietnam Voa And E-Visa?
Both Vietnam VOA and E-Visa have their own advantages and disadvantages. Please refer to the comparison table below for specific information.
| Visa on Arrival (VOA) | E-Visa | |
| Advantage | – Can register online; – Simple process; – The airport of entry can be changed to suit your needs. | – Can register online; – Simple process; – One-time payment; – No need to queue for stamps at the Landing Visa counter at the port of entry; – Visa duration is up to 90 days; – The airport of entry can be changed to suit your needs. |
| Disadvantage | – High fees; – Visa stamping is required at Vietnam airport. – Maximum 30-day entry visa duration (single or multiple entry). | Wait for a long processing time |
3. WHAT TYPE OF VISA SHOULD YOU APPLY FOR?
Based on the comparison between VOA and E-Visa, it’s clear that E-Visa offers several advantages over VOA.
E-Visa helps you save both costs and effort, and the visa period can be up to 3 months long.
However, if you need a visa urgently within a few hours, VOA is the best choice for you. Consider your own needs to choose the appropriate type of visa.
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