Vietnam Consulate in Luang Namtha - Visa Information & How to apply

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Embassy of Vietnam in Luang Namtha

There is NO embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Luang Namtha, Laos. Travellers from Luang Namtha can contact the nearest embassy of Vietnam in Luang Prabang for visa information.

Nearest Embassy Embassy of Vietnam in Luang Prabang (140.7 km)
Address No. 15/II, Wat That Village, Phothisalath Road Luang Prabang Laos
Phone +856 71 254 748
Distance 140.7km (87.4mi)
Travel Time
  • Drive total time 4h 55m
Current time in Luang Namtha Saturday Oct 05, 2024 16:49 PM

How to get from Luang Namtha to the embassy in Luang Prabang

How to apply

Lao nationals and foreign visitors living in Luang Namtha, Laos can choose between applying for a visa through the embassy of Vietnam in Luang Prabang 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 Luang Namtha, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Lao passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 853380 LAK)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 18:30 PM, local Luang Namtha 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 Luang Namtha, 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 Luang Namtha to Vietnam (Average flight time between Luang Namtha and Vietnam is about 0h hours, 46 minutes). 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 Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 217884.3 LAK 435768.5 LAK
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 254198.3 LAK 472082.6 LAK
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 363140.4 LAK 581024.7 LAK
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 453925.6 LAK 671809.8 LAK
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 1634132.0 LAK 1979115.4 LAK
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 1724917.1 LAK 2069900.5 LAK
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 1997272.5 LAK 2523826.1 LAK
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 2269627.8 LAK 2796181.4 LAK

*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 Kip, click here to see our latest price in USD.