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[Ultimate Guide to Vietnam Business Visa] Application Steps × Document Checklist × Visa Differences All in One

Vietnam Business Visa Guide: 3 Main Types Compared (Choosing Wrong May Lead to Denied Entry!)

In recent years, Vietnam’s visa policies have undergone frequent adjustments. According to the latest regulations, the three most commonly confused visa types among Taiwanese business travelers show these key differences:

Visa Type Suitable For Validity Permits Work? Application Difficulty
Business Visa Short-term meetings, research, negotiations 1-3 months ❌ No salary permitted ★★☆
Work Visa Employment at Vietnamese companies 2 years ✅ Legal work allowed ★★★★
Investment Visa Establishing companies/investing in Vietnam 5 years ✅ Business operations allowed ★★★☆

1. Complete 7-Step Guide to Business Visa Application: From Preparation to Entry

Step 1: Determine Suitable Business Visa Type

  • E-Business Visa (eVisa): Most recommended! 90-day single/multiple entry, 2-minute online application

  • Visa on Arrival (VOA): Requires Vietnamese company sponsorship, 5-7 working days for approval letter

  • Consular Business Visa: Requires Vietnamese company sponsorship, 5-7 working days for approval letter, must visit Vietnamese embassy/consulate

Step 2: Prepare Core Documents

  • Passport scan (validity >6 months)
  • 2-inch white background photo (4x6cm)
  • Vietnamese invitation/sponsorship letter (required for VOA/Consular visa)
  • Company business registration copy (required for VOA/Consular visa)

Step 3: Choose Application Channel

  • E-Visa:

    • Self-application: Through Vietnam Immigration website (Vietnamese/English required; apply at least 10 days in advance)

    • Professional agency: Emergency visa service (including expedited processing)

  • VOA/Consular Visa:

    • Have a Vietnamese company obtain a visa approval letter

Step 4: Pay Visa Fees

  • E-Visa: $25-50 (government fee) + service fee (if using an agency)

    • Expedited fee: Additional $60-150 (depending on urgency)

  • VOA:

    • Pay stamping fee upon arrival: $50

Step 5: Track Application Progress

  • E-Visa:

    • Self-application: 3-5 working days (7-10 days during peak season)

    • Agency application: 1-4 working days (according to your preferred timeline)

    • Real-time inquiry: LINE support

  • VOA/Consular Visa approval letter: 5-7 working days

Step 6: Receive Visa Documents

  • E-Visa: PDF file (must print in color)

  • VOA: Approval letter + entry form (photo required)

  • Consular Visa: Submit approval letter, photo, application form at the consulate, receive a paper visa in 5-7 working days

Step 7: Post-Arrival Visa Management

  • E-Visa cannot be extended

  • VOA/Consular Visa can be converted to work visa (employer assistance required)

  • Overstay penalty: $5-25 per day

2. Emergency Processing SOP: Fastest Same-Day Visa Approval

Situation: Suddenly receive meeting notice requiring Vietnam travel tomorrow

Solution:

  1. Immediately contact:

  2. Provide:

    • Passport scan

    • Meeting invitation

    • Flight reservation code

  3. Select “Same-Day Visa” service

  4. Pay expedited fee (~$160)

Visas to Vietnam have been made very simple.
Here’s why:
  • We do all that is necessary when you apply for a visa.
  • You made the form online, we send the result straight to your email.
  • You arrive in Vietnam, the visa is ready for pick up.
  • We have a 100% guarantee refund policy.
    • (see our refund policy)
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