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Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA) requires eligibility for the route and approval arranged before you fly. For our airport service, you receive an approval letter before departure, then collect the visa after landing. It is not a walk-up visa for every traveler; an eVisa is usually the more straightforward option for a routine tourist trip that requires a visa.
It’s one of the most convenient ways for travelers to enter Vietnam, especially if you don’t have time to wait for an e-visa.
👉 If you are not in emergency, apply for Vietnam evisa online.
⁉️ Not sure whether visa on arrival fits your trip? Vietnam-visa.com has assisted travelers since 2007. Our team checks your circumstances, explains the approval arrangements and tells you which documents to prepare.
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Here are all the things you need to know about Vietnam visa on arrival.
Visa on arrival at a glance
- VOA is only available if you arrive by air at major international airports.It cannot be used for land or sea borders.
- What to bring: original passport, printed letter, completed visa application form, two photos and the stamping fee in cash.
- Passport: use one with at least 6 months of validity from your entry date for our service.
- Payments: pay the service fee before travel and the government stamping fee at collection.
- Alternative: an approved eVisa is issued before travel and does not require routine visa stamping on arrival.
What is Vietnam Visa on Arrival?
Vietnam Visa on Arrival (VOA) is a type of visa that allows you to obtain your visa stamp at one of Vietnam’s international airports, after receiving a visa approval letter from the Vietnam Immigration Department.
Instead of visiting an embassy or consulate, you apply online through a trusted visa agency (like Vietnam-visa.com), who submits your application to the authorities on your behalf.
Once your approval letter is issued, you bring it with you and get your visa stamped upon arrival in Vietnam.
✅ Available for:
- Tourists, business travelers, and others arriving by air only.
- Entry through Hanoi (Noi Bai), Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat), Da Nang, or Nha Trang airports.
🚫 Not available for:
- Land or sea entry points.
- Travelers without a visa approval letter.
👉 Learn more: Vietnam visa approval letter – Full guide
How long is Vietnam visa on arrival good for?
The Vietnam visa on arrival validity currently depends on the visa type, specifically:
| Visa type | Visa on arrival term |
| Tourist visa | ►Up to 30 days, depending on nationality and travel itinerary ► Single entry ► Cannot be extended |
| Business visa | ► Up to 3 months ► Single/multiple entry ► Can be extended ONCE with sponsor from the same company |
Vietnam Visa on Arrival Cost and Processing Time (2026)
The cost of a Vietnam visa on arrival consists of two separate fees:
| Fee Type | Description | Amount (USD) |
| Service fee | Paid online to the visa agent for processing your approval letter | From $20–$35 depending on type and urgency |
| Stamping fee | Paid in cash (USD) at the airport on arrival | $25 for single-entry, $50 for multiple-entry |
💡 The stamping fee is fixed by the Vietnam Immigration Department and payable directly at the airport visa counter.
🕐 Processing time: 2–5 working days (standard)
⚡ Urgent processing: as fast as 4–8 working hours (see Vietnam emergency visa)
List of 8 International Airports for visa on arrival to Vietnam
You can get a visa on arrival for Vietnam at the following airports:
- Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Cat Bi International Airport (Hai Phong)
- Da Nang International Airport (Da Nang)
- Cam Ranh International Airport (Khanh Hoa)
- Can Tho International Airport (Can Tho)
- Lien Khuong International Airport (Da Lat)
- Phu Quoc International Airport (Phu Quoc)
👉 Read more: Step-by-step visa procedures at Vietnam airports
Step-by-step Guide to get a visa on arrival for Vietnam:
- Step 1: Check whether you need a visa for Vietnam here.
- Step 2: Submit your application if a visa is required for your trip.
- Step 3: Get confirmed about processing time and service fee, and make payment.
- Step 4: Get visa approval letter delivered to your registered email.
- Step 5: Show visa approval letter to get on board, and then get visa stamped at Vietnam airport upon arrival.
Who can get Vietnam visa on arrival at airport?
Almost all nationalities can apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival, except citizens of countries eligible for visa exemption and stay in Vietnam no longer than their permitted exemption duration.
🔗 You can check if your country is eligible for visa exemption here: Vietnam Visa Exemption Countries list
Should you choose visa on arrival or an eVisa?
An eVisa is generally the simpler option for an ordinary visit requiring a visa. VOA is useful when the qualifying circumstances and advance approval arrangements fit your trip.
| What to compare | Our airport VOA service | eVisa |
| Eligibility | A qualifying legal circumstance and approval | Nationality eligibility extends to all countries and territories, subject to individual conditions |
| Document received before travel | Immigration approval letter | Approved electronic visa |
| When the visa is issued | At the airport after checks | Electronically before travel |
| Payments | Service fee before travel; stamping fee at collection | Government fee during the application; private help costs extra |
| After landing | Collect the visa, then go to passport control | Present the approved eVisa at passport control |
| Arrival route | Airport covered by your approval arrangements | A designated eVisa border gate |
An eVisa can be valid for up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. Resolution 127/NQ-CP extends nationality eligibility to all countries and territories. The Immigration Department lists personal application conditions, including being outside Vietnam and holding a valid passport.
A single-entry visa permits one entry during its validity. If you plan Vietnam–Cambodia–Vietnam, use a suitable multiple-entry visa or arrange another valid entry basis for the return. Our eVisa guide explains the online route.
👉 Check Our VOA and eVisa comparison for the differences in more detail.
What Documents are Required for Vietnam Visa on Arrival?
For our airport service, bring your passport, printed approval letter, completed form, two photos and the stamping fee in cash. Keep them in your hand luggage so they are ready at the visa counter.
| Item | What to prepare |
| Original passport | At least 6 months of validity from your entry date for our service |
| Printed approval letter | Legible copy with details matching your passport and approved trip |
| Visa application form | Printed and completed form supplied for the arrangement |
| Two portrait photos | Passport-size photos, 4 × 6 cm for our preparation checklist |
| Stamping fee | Cash for the visa type being issued |
If your passport has less than 6 months of validity, renew it first and apply using the new passport details. Tell us before applying if you hold a temporary or emergency passport. Applying with the passport you will use avoids having to resolve a passport change later.
Our six-month service requirement is distinct from the law’s visa-validity rule. Article 9 generally requires the visa to expire at least 30 days before the passport or international travel document, subject to an applicable treaty exception.
Use our visa application form guide if you need help completing the form. The Terms of Use also set out the preparation requirements for our VOA service.
👉 Want us to check your preparation? Send your travel details to our team. We will explain which documents apply to your approval arrangement.
How to Apply for Vietnam Visa on Arrival?
Steps required to apply for a visa on arrival for Vietnam:
The above are brief steps for VOA application. See the full guide on how to apply for Vietnam visa on arrival.
What happens when you arrive at the airport with a VOA?
Collect your visa at the VOA counter before going through passport control. The approval letter supports collection; it is not the visa placed in your passport.
- Go to the visa-on-arrival or landing-visa counter with your original passport and printed letter.
- Submit the completed form and photos.
- Pay the applicable government stamping fee in cash.
- Collect your passport and check the visa details, validity and entry count.
- Continue to passport control with your passport and issued visa.
Use the arrival airport shown in your approval arrangements. Have an airport or flight change checked before departure.
If you want help at the counter, our arrival assistance service offers visa-stamping support and other packages. Stamping assistance and priority passport-control assistance cover different steps, so choose the package for the help you need.
Which mistakes should you avoid?
The most important checks are advance approval, correct personal details and cash for collection. Review these before departure:
- Obtain the required approval letter before flying; do not expect to arrange it after landing.
- Check the passport number, dates, entry count and airport on the letter.
- Carry the form and photos in your hand luggage.
- Prepare the stamping fee separately from the service fee already paid.
- Confirm changes before traveling with an altered itinerary.
- Check eligibility before paying; urgency or nationality alone is not enough.
If your eVisa is pending, send its details for review instead of assuming VOA will be an automatic fallback. A confirmed route must fit your airline’s deadline.
Important Notes & Tips
- VOA is not available for land borders or cruise entries. If you plan to enter Vietnam by bus, car, or ship, apply for an e-visa or get your visa at an embassy.
- Bring exact cash in USD for the stamping fee, as card payments are not accepted.
- Children and infants need their own visa if they have separate passports.
- Check your approval letter carefully for name, passport number, and entry dates — errors may result in denial at the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You must have a pre-approved letter issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department before departure.
Typically 2–4 working days, but urgent cases can be processed within a few hours.
No, visa on arrival is only for air travelers.
Yes. Our service checklist calls for a printed approval letter and completed visa application form. Prepare both before travel and keep them with your passport, photos and cash.
No. Airport assistance is a separate service unless your confirmed quote expressly includes it. Check whether you have booked help at the visa counter, passport control or both.
No, an agency invitation letter or tour booking isn't the immigration approval letter used for VOA. Border officers check the Immigration Department's notification before issuing the visa, so invitation paperwork alone doesn't replace that approval.
Final Thoughts
The Vietnam Visa on Arrival remains a lifesaver for many travelers, especially those flying to Vietnam at short notice or who can’t apply for an e-visa. It’s fast, convenient, and widely accepted at major airports — as long as you have your approval letter in hand.
For a smooth and stress-free experience, make sure to:
- Apply early through a trusted visa agency
- Double-check your details before submission
- Prepare exact cash for your stamping fee
