Vietnam Embassy in Colombo - Visa Information & how to apply
Embassy of Vietnam in Colombo - Sri Lanka
Address: | No. 30/5, Ward Place, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka |
Phone: | +94 11 2696 050 |
Fax: | +94 11 2692 040 |
Email: | vnemb-srilanka@mofa.gov.vn |
Office hours: | Mon - Fri 09.00 am - 12.00 pm; 02.00 pm - 05.00 pm |
How to apply
Travellers from Colombo, Sri Lanka can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Colombo 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 Colombo, please follow these steps:
- Access our online e-visa application form.
- Upload .jpg images of your Sri Lankan passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
- Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 14298 LKR)
- Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 17:00 PM, local Colombo 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 Colombo, Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lankan applicants or foreign travellers residing in Colombo who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Colombo, Sri Lanka. 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.
Other locations in Sri Lanka
Frequently asked questions, answered
How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Colombo?
To contact the embassy for visa appointment or application in Colombo, please call: +94 11 2696 050. 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 Colombo are from Mon - Fri 09.00 am - 12.00 pm; 02.00 pm - 05.00 pm.
How long does it take to get a visa in Colombo?
An application for a tourist visa in Colombo 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 Colombo?
Visa at embassy: please contact the embassy at +94 11 2696 050 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 Colombo?
Yes, that is possible. The process may take 7-10 working days.