Planning to watch the fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City or catch the first sunrise of 2026 on My Khe Beach in Da Nang? While booking your flights and hotels, don’t overlook a critical hidden risk: Vietnamese Public Holidays and the resulting stagnation of E-visa (Electronic Visa) processing.
This guide provides an in-depth analysis of the “Visa Trap” during the 2026 New Year holiday and offers the ultimate “last-minute” lifesaver—the Emergency Landing Visa Approval Letter.
New Year’s Day 2026 (January 1st) falls on a Thursday. Based on previous years, the Vietnamese government is highly likely to designate January 2nd (Friday) as a bridge holiday, creating a 4-day long weekend from Jan 1 to Jan 4.
When an E-visa cannot be issued in time and your flight is less than 24 hours away, the Emergency Landing Visa Approval Letter is your only solution.
This is an official document issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department (Ministry of Public Safety). Its logic differs from the E-visa:
Priority Processing: We coordinate with on-duty officers via specialized travel agencies to conduct urgent reviews even during public holidays.
Board First, Get Visa Later: With a printed PDF of this letter, airlines will permit you to board. Upon arrival at a Vietnamese international airport (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, etc.), you will receive your physical visa at the “Landing Visa” counter.
If your visa is currently stuck in processing, stay calm and follow these steps:
Visit the [Vietnam Visa Online Application Link] and ensure you check the “Emergency Service / Holiday Service” option. We provide 24-hour intake to ensure your data enters the emergency channel immediately.
You do not need to mail your physical passport. You only need:
Once you receive the letter, you must print it out (black and white or color). After landing in Vietnam, locate the “Landing Visa” counter, present the letter to the officer, and receive your entry stamp.
Because holiday processing requires Immigration officers to work overtime, fees are higher than standard rates. Please choose based on your urgency:
| Service Item | Est. Fee (USD) | Processing Time | Recommended For |
| Holiday Emergency Letter | $165 | 4 – 24 Hours | Flight is imminent; E-visa not issued. |
| Stamping Fee | $25 | Paid on Arrival | All Landing Visa applicants (Cash USD). |
| VIP Fast Track | $45 | 15 Mins | Avoiding long holiday queues; escort service. |
💡 Pro Tip: Arrival crowds are massive during New Year. We strongly recommend the VIP Fast Track. Our staff will meet you at the airport and handle the paperwork for you, saving you 1–2 hours of waiting at the counter.
Even with an Approval Letter, ensure you have the following to avoid delays:
[ ] Printed Approval Letter: Digital copies on phones are often not accepted by airlines or immigration.
[ ] Two Passport Photos: 4×6 cm, white background (On-site photos at the airport cost $5–$10).
[ ] $25 USD Cash: For the stamping fee (Credit cards and other currencies are generally not accepted).
[ ] NA1 Entry Form: Download and fill this out in advance to save time.
During the Vietnam New Year holiday, the system may be cold, but our service is warm. If you encounter issues or need to check the status of your emergency letter, contact us anytime:
Website: yuenanyuenan.com
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WeChat: vietnam-visa
Emergency Email: info@yuenanyuenan.com
