How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Vientiane
Embassy of Vietnam in Vientiane - Laos
Address: | No. 85, 23 Singha Road, Ban Phonxay, Saysettha District, Vientiane, Laos |
Phone: | + 856 2145 1990 or +856 2141 3403 |
Fax: | +856 2141 3379 |
Email: | vnemb.lao@gmail.com; vnemb.lao@mofa.gov.vn |
Office hours: | Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm |

How to apply
Travellers from Vientiane, Laos can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Vientiane or apply for a pre-approved visa letter online to pick up the visa on arrival.
To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Vientiane, Laos, 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
Visa on arrival is an easy and convenient way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for Lao applicants or foreign travellers residing in Vientiane who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Vientiane, Laos. 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.
Frequently asked questions, answered
1 - How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Vientiane?
2 - What time does the embassy open?
3 - How long does it take to get a visa in Vientiane?
4 - How much is a tourist visa in Vientiane?
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.