A Vietnam Visa approval letter is an official document issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department (part of the Vietnam Ministry of Public Security) that grants permission to enter and exit Vietnam for a specific period. It’s not the actual visa itself, but rather a pre-approval that allows you to obtain the Vietnam Visa on arrival at designated airports. Without a Visa approval letter, you will be denied boarding the plane.
What it contains:
- Statement confirming your permission to enter Vietnam and obtain the visa stamp at the airport.
- Details about the traveler(s), including:
- Full name(s)
- Passport number(s)
- Date(s) of birth
- Nationality/ies)
- Permitted duration of stay in Vietnam.
Here’s an image of a sample Vietnam Visa approval letter:
How to get it:
To get a Visa approval letter, you have to
Step 1. Complete the Vietnam visa online application form [link apply Visa on arrival]
Step 2: Make payment of service fee online
Step 3: Get the approval letter via email.
Important notes:
- The approval letter is valid for up to 30 days which is specified on the letter.
- You must present a printed copy of the approval letter at the airport upon arrival.
- Ensure you meet all Vietnam visa requirements before applying, such as having a valid passport with at least six months’ remaining validity.
- Depending on the applicant’s nationality, and travel agent, there are some requirements of documents to submit to get the Visa approval letter.
- The visa on arrival is only applicable for air travelers who arrive at one of the three international airports in Vietnam. If you plan to enter Vietnam by land or sea, you need to apply for a visa through an online e-visa system, or at the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in your country.
We hope this explanation clarifies what a Vietnam Visa approval letter is and how it helps you enter Vietnam smoothly. Feel free to ask us if you have any further questions!