Vietnam Embassy in Washington - Visa Information & how to apply
Embassy of Vietnam in Washington - United States
Address: | 1233 20th St NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036, USA |
Phone: | +1 202 861 0737 |
Fax: | +1 202 861 0917 |
Email: | info@vietnamembassy.us, consular@vietnamembassy.us |
Office hours: | Monday- Friday: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 14:00 pm - 17:00 pm |
How to apply
Travellers from Washington, United States can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Washington 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 Washington, please follow these steps:
- Access our online e-visa application form.
- Upload .jpg images of your U.S passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
- Make the payment for the e-Visa fee 47 USD
- Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 07:30 AM, local Washington 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 Washington, United States, 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 U.S applicants or foreign travellers residing in Washington who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Washington, United States. 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 United States
Frequently asked questions, answered
How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Washington?
To contact the embassy for visa appointment or application in Washington, please call: +1 202 861 0737. 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 Washington are from Monday- Friday: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 14:00 pm - 17:00 pm.
How long does it take to get a visa in Washington?
An application for a tourist visa in Washington 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 Washington?
Visa at embassy: please contact the embassy at +1 202 861 0737 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 Washington?
Yes, that is possible. The process may take 7-10 working days.