The Application for Vietnam Visa for Indian Citizens (Documents and Procedures 2023)

Vietnam Visa For Indian Citizens
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In the era of globalization, Vietnam is one of the leading countries in attracting foreign investment and labor, including Indian citizens. In this article, Quan Lieu Services provides readers with useful information on the fastest and most effective procedures for applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens.

1. Do Indian citizens need a visa to enter Vietnam visa for Indian citizens?

India is one of the countries that are not exempt from visa requirements for entering Vietnam, so Indian citizens must have a valid visa to enter Vietnam depending on the purpose of their entry. Suitable visa types include:

  • Tourist visa (DL)
  • Investment visa (DT)
  • Visiting relatives visa (TT)
  • Labor visa (LD)
  • Business visa (DN)
  • E-visa

When entering Vietnam, Indian citizens must bring an Indian passport that meets the  

following conditions:

  • Indian passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam.
  • Indian passport must have at least 2 blank pages.

2. How to apply for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens?

There are three ways to apply for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens:

  • Applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens at a diplomatic representative agency.
  • Applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens by entry permit letter.
  • Applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens in the form of an electronic visa (E-visa).

3. Sequence and procedures for applying for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens at diplomatic representative offices

– The application for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens includes:

  • The original passport of the Indian citizen
  • The application form for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens according to the provided template
  • 02 passport photos sized 4×6
  • Photocopies of documents proving the purpose of entry into Vietnam (invitation letter for business/work purposes, the itinerary of the trip…)
  • And some other types of documents as requested by the agency.

– The sequence and procedures for applying for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens:

  • Prepare a complete application as mentioned above.
  • Submit the application: Indian citizens must submit their visa application at the Vietnamese Embassy in India or at the Vietnamese diplomatic representative office in the country of residence (if you are an Indian citizen but currently residing in another country).
    • The diplomatic representative office in India is the Vietnamese Embassy in India (Address: EP-7A, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110021)

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  • The Vietnamese Consulate General in Mumbai, India
  • Receive results: After receiving a complete and valid visa application, you will receive an appointment for receiving the visa result. 

4. Sequence and procedure for applying for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens through an entry clearance letter

Applying for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens through an entry clearance letter is suitable for those who enter Vietnam for the purposes of investment, work, trade, or tourism. To do this, the participation of enterprises established under Vietnamese law must be guaranteed. These enterprises will guarantee Indian citizens by requesting approval for entry clearance letters from the Immigration Management Department. After obtaining the entry clearance letter, the Indian citizen named on the entry clearance letter will be allowed to enter Vietnam during the time specified in the letter.

The following steps are required to apply for a Vietnamese visa for Indian citizens:

  • Vietnamese enterprises apply for entry clearance letters guaranteeing Indian citizens to work in their companies in positions such as investors, managers, experts, or technical workers. The application for entry clearance letters is submitted to the Immigration Management Department of Vietnam and includes the following documents:
    • A letter in the NA2 form.
    • A form in the NA16 form.
    • Legal documents of the company.
    • Relevant documents of the Indian citizen are to be guaranteed.
  • After receiving the entry clearance letter, the Indian citizen needs to print out the letter and prepare the following documents:
    • A form requesting a Vietnamese visa.
    • The entry clearance letter for Vietnam.
    • The original passport of the Indian citizen.
    • Complete customs procedures, pay fees and obtain visas at the customs counter at the airport or at the Vietnamese embassy in India.

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(Apply for Vietnam visa for Indian citizens by entry letter)

5. The process and procedures for applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens through the electronic visa (E-visa) are as follows:

To apply for Evisa Vietnam, you need to follow the following process and procedures:

  • Step 1: Access the website of the Immigration Department’s Electronic Visa Portal to enter the required information for the Vietnam E-visa application.
  • Step 2: Pay the visa fee online on the Electronic Visa Portal.
  • Step 3: After submitting the application, you will receive an electronic file number to check the result of your application. The processing time is 3-5 working days, after which you will receive an electronic result with full information about the visa applicant, entry time, visa validity, etc.

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6. The fee for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens

Depending on the number of entries and visa validity, each type of visa will have different fees. According to Circular No. 219/2016/TT-BTC of the Ministry of Finance issued on November 10, 2016, the specific visa fees are as follows:

  • The electronic visa (E-visa) fee is $25
  • Single-entry visa fee is $25
  • Multiple-entry visa fees vary depending on the visa validity, specifically:
    • Visa valid for up to 03 months: $50
    • Visa valid for over 03 months up to 06 months: $95
    • Visa valid for over 06 months up to 01 years: $135
    • Visa valid for over 01 years up to 02 years: $145

The above are legal issues related to applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens. If you need more in-depth advice on this issue, please contact Quan Lieu Service for fast, effective, and cost-saving advice! You can contact us via Hotline: 09 8282 1526 or chat with our advisors on our website.

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