Vietnam Embassy in Vientiane - Visa Information & how to apply
Embassy of Vietnam in Vientiane - Laos
Address: | No. 85, 23 Singha Road, Ban Phonxay, Saysettha District, Vientiane, Laos |
Phone: | + 856 2145 1990 or +856 2141 3403 |
Fax: | +856 2141 3379 |
Email: | vnemb.lao@gmail.com; vnemb.lao@mofa.gov.vn |
Office hours: | Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm |
How to apply
Travellers from Vientiane, Laos can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Vientiane or apply for a pre-approved visa letter online to pick up the visa on arrival
E-visa application
To apply for an e-visa online from Vientiane, please follow these steps:
- Access our online e-visa application form.
- Upload .jpg images of your Lao passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
- Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 853380 LAK)
- Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 18:30 PM, local Vientiane time on 10 May 2024.
- Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.
Apply at the embassy
To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Vientiane, Laos, the following documents are REQUIRED
- Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
- Application form (Click here to download)
- 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
- Visa application fees
Apply for visa on arrival
Visa on arrival is an easy and convenient way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for Lao applicants or foreign travellers residing in Vientiane who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Vientiane, Laos. The process involves 4 simple steps:
- Submit an online form for the approval letter.
- Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
- Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
- Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.
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Frequently asked questions, answered
How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Vientiane?
To contact the embassy for visa appointment or application in Vientiane, please call: + 856 2145 1990 or +856 2141 3403. In most cases, a visa appointment is not required, you can visit the embassy in person to obtain the visa.
What time does the embassy open?
The working hours of the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Vientiane are from Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
How long does it take to get a visa in Vientiane?
An application for a tourist visa in Vientiane may usually take 3-5 working days. However, processing time may vary on a case-by-case basis, please contact the embassy directly for assistance.
How much is a tourist visa in Vientiane?
Visa at embassy: please contact the embassy at + 856 2145 1990 or +856 2141 3403 for more information.
E-visa: 25 USD for 1 month single entry.
Visa on arrival stamping fee: 25 USD for single entry and 50 USD for multiple entry.
E-visa: 25 USD for 1 month single entry.
Visa on arrival stamping fee: 25 USD for single entry and 50 USD for multiple entry.
Is it possible to renew my passport in Vientiane?
Yes, that is possible. The process may take 7-10 working days.