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Business Visa (DN1)
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Business Visa (DN1)

Business visa for working with Vietnamese companies or organizations. Allows business activities like meetings, negotiations, training. Does not provide work authorization.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Business Visa (DN2)
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Business Visa (DN2)

Business visa for foreign service providers and commercial consultants establishing presence in Vietnam under international agreements. Allows business consultation and commercial activities.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Conference/Seminar Visa (HN)
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Conference/Seminar Visa (HN)

Visa for participants in conferences, seminars, workshops, and scientific meetings. Valid for up to 90 days. Issued to experts and scientists attending organized events.

DurationUp to 90 days
Time3-5 days
Estimated Cost25 USD
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Dependent/Family Reunion Visa (TT)
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Dependent/Family Reunion Visa (TT)

Visa for spouses and children under 18 of eligible visa holders or Vietnamese citizens. Can extend to 3 years as temporary residence card. Valid up to 12 months as visa.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa (NG1) - Government Delegation
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Diplomatic Visa (NG1) - Government Delegation

Visa for government delegations invited by top Vietnamese government officials. Issued gratis without visa fee.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time1 day
Estimated CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa (NG2) - Government Delegation
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Diplomatic Visa (NG2) - Government Delegation

Visa for government delegations invited by senior Vietnamese officials. Issued gratis. For delegations from government, parliament, judiciary.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time1 day
Estimated CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa (NG3) - Diplomatic Missions
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Diplomatic Visa (NG3) - Diplomatic Missions

Visa for members of diplomatic and consular missions, and international organization representatives. Issued gratis for diplomats and their families.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time1-3 days
Estimated CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa (NG4) - Diplomatic Mission Staff
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Diplomatic Visa (NG4) - Diplomatic Mission Staff

Visa for staff and workers at diplomatic missions and international organizations. Valid up to 12 months.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time1-3 days
Estimated CostFree
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Electronic Visa (E-Visa) - Multiple Entry
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Electronic Visa (E-Visa) - Multiple Entry

Online electronic visa valid for 90 days with multiple entries. Allows entering and leaving Vietnam multiple times within the 90-day validity period. Available to all countries and territories.

Duration90 days
Time3-7 days
Estimated Cost50 USD
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Electronic Visa (E-Visa) - Single Entry
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Electronic Visa (E-Visa) - Single Entry

Online electronic visa for tourism, business, or family visits. Valid for 90 days with single entry. Applicable to all countries and territories worldwide.

Duration90 days
Time3-7 days
Estimated Cost25 USD
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Government Work Visa (LV1) - Official Government Partner
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Government Work Visa (LV1) - Official Government Partner

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for foreign nationals working with Vietnamese government agencies, parliament, and state organizations. Valid up to 12 months.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time3-5 days
Estimated CostFree
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Government Work Visa (LV2) - Socio-Political Organization Partner
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Government Work Visa (LV2) - Socio-Political Organization Partner

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for foreign nationals working with Vietnamese socio-political organizations and chambers of commerce. Valid up to 12 months.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time3-5 days
Estimated CostFree
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International Organization Visa (NN1) - Chief Representative
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International Organization Visa (NN1) - Chief Representative

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for chief representatives and project managers of international organizations and NGOs. Valid up to 3 years with residency card option.

DurationUp to 3 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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International Organization Visa (NN2) - Head of Office
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International Organization Visa (NN2) - Head of Office

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for heads of representative offices of foreign organizations, businesses, and economic entities. Valid up to 1 year with residency card option.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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International Organization Visa (NN3) - Staff
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International Organization Visa (NN3) - Staff

Visa for staff members of international organizations, NGOs, and foreign businesses in Vietnam. Valid up to 12 months.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Investor Visa (DT1)
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Investor Visa (DT1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Investor visa for major capital investment in Vietnam. Requires investment over 100 billion VND or investment in priority industries. Valid for 5 years with option for 10-year residency card.

Duration5 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Investor Visa (DT2)
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Investor Visa (DT2)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Investor visa for medium-level capital investment in Vietnam. Requires investment of 50-100 billion VND or investment in government-encouraged industries. Valid for 5 years with residency card option.

Duration5 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Investor Visa (DT3)
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Investor Visa (DT3)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Investor visa for smaller capital investment in Vietnam. Requires investment of 3-50 billion VND. Valid for 3 years with option for temporary residence card.

Duration3 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Investor Visa (DT4)
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Investor Visa (DT4)

Investor visa for small capital investment in Vietnam. Requires investment under 3 billion VND. Valid for 1 year.

Duration1 year
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Journalist Visa (PV1) - Resident Correspondent
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Journalist Visa (PV1) - Resident Correspondent

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for foreign journalists and reporters who are resident correspondents in Vietnam. Valid up to 12 months. Can apply for temporary residence card.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time3-5 days
Estimated CostFree
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Journalist Visa (PV2) - Short-Term Reporter
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Journalist Visa (PV2) - Short-Term Reporter

Visa for foreign journalists and media professionals on short-term assignment in Vietnam. Valid for short periods, typically covering the assignment duration.

DurationUp to 30 days
Time5-10 days
Estimated Cost25 USD
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Official Visa (LS)
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Official Visa (LS)

Official visa issued to foreign officials and government representatives. Covers diplomatic activities and official government visits.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time3-5 days
Estimated CostFree
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Special Agreement Visa (SQ)
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Special Agreement Visa (SQ)

Visa issued under special bilateral agreements between Vietnam and other countries. For short-term market surveys, business visits, medical treatment, and family visits. Valid up to 30 days.

DurationUp to 30 days
Time3-5 days
Estimated CostFree
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Student Visa (DH)
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Student Visa (DH)

Student visa for international students enrolled in Vietnamese educational institutions. Valid for up to 12 months, tied to course duration. Can lead to work visa after graduation.

DurationUp to 12 months
Time5-10 days
Estimated CostFree
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Tourist Visa (DL)
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Tourist Visa (DL)

Traditional visa for tourism purposes only. Issued by Vietnamese embassies and consulates. Valid for up to 90 days for short-term holiday visits.

DurationUp to 90 days
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Transit Visa (TQ)
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Transit Visa (TQ)

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.

DurationUp to 5 days
Time3-5 days
Estimated Cost25 USD
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Visa Exemption - 45 Days
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Visa Exemption - 45 Days

Visa-free entry for citizens of 25 eligible countries for up to 45 days. No visa application required, just a valid passport. Valid from March 15, 2025 to March 14, 2028.

Duration45 days
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Visa on Arrival (Landing Visa)
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Visa on Arrival (Landing Visa)

Visa stamped at airport upon arrival with pre-obtained approval letter. Available for air entry at major international airports. Single or multiple entry options.

Duration90 days
Time2-5 days
Estimated Cost25 USD
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Work Visa (LD1)
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Work Visa (LD1)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Work visa for foreigners exempt from Vietnam work permit requirements. For intra-company transfers, project experts, and international treaty personnel. Valid up to 2 years.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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Work Visa (LD2)
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Work Visa (LD2)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Standard work visa for employment in Vietnam. Requires approved work permit from labor authorities. Valid up to 2 years, tied to employment contract duration.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time5-7 days
Estimated CostFree
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