Vietnam Consulate in Shanghai - Visa Information & how to apply

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Embassy of Vietnam in Shanghai - China

Address: 3F, Huachen financial mansion. No 900, Pudong Ave, Shanghai, China
Phone: +86-21-6855 5871 or +86-21-6855 5872
Fax: +86-21-68555873
Email: tlsqvn.th@mofa.gov.vn
Office hours: Monday - Friday: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Vietnam Embassy in Shanghai

How to apply

Travellers from Shanghai, China can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Shanghai 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 Shanghai, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Chinese passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 334 CNY)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 19:30 PM, local Shanghai time on 15 October 2024.
  5. 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 Shanghai, China, 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 Chinese applicants or foreign travellers residing in Shanghai who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Shanghai, China. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in CNY)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 85.4 CNY 170.7 CNY
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 99.6 CNY 184.9 CNY
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 142.3 CNY 227.6 CNY
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 177.8 CNY 263.2 CNY
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 640.2 CNY 775.3 CNY
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 675.7 CNY 810.9 CNY
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 782.4 CNY 988.7 CNY
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 889.1 CNY 1095.4 CNY

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Chinese Yuan, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Frequently asked questions, answered

1 - How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Shanghai?

To contact the embassy for visa appointment or application in Shanghai, please call: +86-21-6855 5871 or +86-21-6855 5872. In most cases, a visa appointment is not required, you can visit the embassy in person to obtain the visa.

2 - What time does the embassy open?

The working hours of the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Shanghai are from Monday - Friday: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm.

3 - How long does it take to get a visa in Shanghai?

An application for a tourist visa in Shanghai 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.

4 - How much is a tourist visa in Shanghai?

Visa at embassy: please contact the embassy at +86-21-6855 5871 or +86-21-6855 5872 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.

5 - Is it possible to renew my passport in Shanghai?

Yes, that is possible. The process may take 7-10 working days.