Whether you want to travel to Vietnam for leisure or business from Burkina Faso, it’s one of the most exciting countries to visit in the world. There’s so much to see and do in Vietnam so make sure that you take your time when you’re there. You can go lay swimming in one of the many beaches in the south, visit the famous Mekong Delta, go island hopping, trek in the jungle, visit the ethnic group Hmong in the north of Vietnam, see some stunning rice fields, eat incredible food, go shopping in the big cities, visit museums, and much, much more. Traveling in Vietnam is also safe, convenient and very affordable. So if you’re looking for a destination where you’ll get good value for your money, Vietnam may very well be the place you have been looking for.
If this sparks your interest in visiting Vietnam, you might want to apply for a visa before you go. Since Burkina Faso is not on the Vietnam visa exempt list, all citizens of Burkina Faso are required to apply for a visa. You can either apply for an online visa, which is highly popular amongst travelers, or you can go to your closest Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate. Since there’s no established Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate in Burkina Faso, you must travel to the nearest one. Take a look at the two options below to see which one suits you better.
Can I apply for Vietnam e-visa if I am citizens of Burkina Faso? (No, citizens of Burkina Faso are not eligible for Vietnam e-visa)
From 01 Feb 2019, under Decision 17/2019/NĐ-CP of the Government of Vietnam, there are 80 countries which citizens of it are eligible to apply online for an e-visa of Vietnam online (e-visa is a single entry valid for staying 30 days). We check but not found Burkina Faso national in this list, therefore, citizens of Burkina Faso should choose two options below to get a visa for Vietnam
Take a look at the two options further explained below:
1. Visa on Arrival – Apply online for pre-approval then pick up your visa on arrival at the airport
Vietnam visa on arrival desk in Da Nang city
This is the most preferred option for many travellers. If you live far away from the Vietnamese Embassy for example, or you do not want to send important documents such as your passport, this is a good option for you. It’s also easy, quick and affordable. To apply for a VOA, you need your computer and internet. If you get a Visa on Arrival, you are allowed to enter Vietnam through any of the 5 international airports: Da Nang, Khanh Hoa, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Hai Phong. You can only travel by air if you get a VOA, meaning you can’t enter Vietnam by bus, car, and so forth.
The process is very simple. What you need to do is fill out the Online Application form with all relevant information. What you need to state in the application form is:
- Your full name, as stated in your passport
- Date of Birth – The format they use in Vietnam is DD/MM/YY
- Your nationality – as stated in your passport
- Your passport number
- Date of Arrival – you can state a date of arrival and then arrive later, but not earlier
After you have filled this information out, you have to wait for a confirmation email which usually arrives within 1-2 working hours. Normally you will receive an Approval Letter within 2 working days. When the letter comes, don’t forget to print it out so the immigration officers in Vietnam can stamp your passport. If you need an emergency visa, you can get one within 40 minutes to 4 hours. This will cost you more money, but you will be able to get it much faster.
On arrival support for fast check-in at Vietnam Airports
You also have the option to buy “On Arrival Support” which is a very good option for those who wants to check in to Vietnam faster:
- Standard Support : +US$20/pp
Our staff will meet you in front of the “visa on arrival” desk with a welcome board, then take care of all procedures necessary to get the visa stamped on your passport. Please prepare 25 USD/person and give it to our staff to pay for the visa stamp fee.
- VIP Support : +US$35/pp
Our staff will meet you in front of the “visa on arrival” desk with a welcome board, receive your passport and give it back with the visa within 5-10 minutes, then escort you to check out via the VIP gate. Please prepare 25 USD/person and give it to our staff to pay for the visa stamp fee.
2. Apply for a visa through the Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate in the nearby countries of Burkina Faso
International passport with Vietnamese visa
The reason why applying for a visa with the Consulate or Embassy of Vietnam in Burkina Faso might not be recommended is because it’s not as convenient if you don’t live close to the embassy. It means you will have to spend time on transportation and money. You also need to remember to bring all the necessary documents, such as passport, and if you happen to forget anything, you need to start the process all over again. It’s time consuming and you usually need to pick up your passport in the embassy or consulate. Also, be kindly advised that the fees and procedures are subject to change depending on where you apply.
