Vietnam Visa for South Africa Citizens
Do South African Citizens need a visa to Vietnam?
Check the table below for Vietnam visa requirements for South African Citizens.
Type of visa
Visa Requirement
Tourist visa
Required
Business visa
Required
South African Citizens are REQUIRED to get a valid visa to enter Vietnam for either tourism or business purpose.
To visit Vietnam, travelers with South Africa passports should meet the entry requirements:
- South Africa passport should be valid for at least 6 month following arrival date in Vietnam;
- South Africa passport has at least 2 blank pages.
How to Apply for Vietnam Visa for South African Citizens?
South African Citizens and passport holders can choose one of the following two methods to apply for a Vietnam visa:
- Apply at Local Vietnam Embassy
Contact the local Vietnam embassy / consulate in South Africa (if you are residing in South Africa), or in nearby countries (if you are not residing in South Africa currently) to get visa stamp on your passport before departure to Vietnam.
- Apply Vietnam Visa Online (Recommended)
The easiest way to get a visa for Vietnam for South African Citizens who are traveling to Vietnam by air is to apply online for Visa on Arrival (VOA).
With VOA, you apply online via website: www.vietnam-visa.com by:
Vietnam Visa on Arrival Fee for South African Citizens
How much is a Vietnam visa for South African Citizens? Check the fee below.
| Type of visa | 1 pax | 2 pax | 3+ pax | Stamping fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month single entry | $21 | $18.25 | $17.25 | $25 |
| 3 months single entry | $34 | $30.25 | $28.25 | $25 |
| 1 month multiple entry | $26 | $23.25 | $22.25 | $50 |
| 3 months multiple entry | $55 | $52.25 | $46.75 | $50 |
Service Fee is quoted in US $/pax
- US $10/pax for 1 working day processing;
- US $25/pax for 4 working hours processing;
- US $50/pax for 2 working hours processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I will be working in Vietnam. Could I apply for 1 year multiple entry visa or do I need to apply for 3 months and then leave and apply again?
A: Hi. You need to apply for 3 months visa and then leave Vietnam and apply again. In case you will be working for Vietnam for long-term, you should consider applying for a working visa.
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