Transit Visa (TQ)
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Transit Visa (TQ)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

3-5 days

Application Fee

25 USD

Stay Duration

Up to 5 days

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Short-term visa for travelers passing through Vietnam on the way to another destination. Valid for up to 5 days for stopovers with airport exit.

The transit visa is designed for travelers who need to pass through Vietnam on their way to another destination. It allows short stopovers for sightseeing or rest during transit.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months months

Criminal Record Policy

case_by_case

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

6 months validity minimum, blank pages

Passport photo

Recent 4x6cm photo

Proof of onward travel

Flight ticket to third country

Third country visa

If required for onward destination

Optional

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Advantages

  • Quick visa for transit
  • Allows brief sightseeing during layover
  • Can be obtained online
  • Low cost at USD 25

Considerations

  • Very short validity (5 days)
  • Limited to transit purposes
  • Single entry only
  • Cannot be extended

Application Process

1

Apply online or at embassy

Apply via e-visa or at Vietnamese embassy/consulate

2

Prepare required documents

Passport, photo, proof of onward ticket

3

Submit application

Online via evisa.gov.vn or in person at embassy

4

Await approval

Processing takes 3-5 working days

5

Receive visa

E-visa approval or visa stamp in passport

Application Forms

Transit Visa Application

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