Vietnam Embassy in Christchurch - Visa Information & How to apply
Embassy of Vietnam in Christchurch
There is NO embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Christchurch, New Zealand. Travellers from Christchurch can contact the nearest embassy of Vietnam in Wellington for visa information.
| Nearest Embassy | Embassy of Vietnam in Wellington ( km) |
| Address | Grand Plimmer Tower Level 21/2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington, Lambton 6011, New Zealand |
| Phone | +64 4 473 5912 |
| Distance | 305.6km (189.9mi) |
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| Current time in Christchurch | Sunday May 05, 2024 02:10 AM |
How to get from Christchurch to the embassy in Wellington
How to apply
New Zealander nationals and foreign visitors living in Christchurch, New Zealand can choose between applying for a visa through the embassy of Vietnam in Wellington or applying online for an approval letter to pick up the visa on arrival.
E-visa application
To apply for an e-visa online from Christchurch, please follow these steps:
- Access our online e-visa application form.
- Upload .jpg images of your New Zealander passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
- Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 75 NZD)
- Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 23:30 PM, local Christchurch time on 14 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 Christchurch, 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 alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for those who fly from Christchurch to Vietnam (Average flight time between Christchurch and Vietnam is about 16 hours, 26 minutes). 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.