February 10, 2019
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Applying Vietnam visa online (Vietnam e-visa) for citizens of Saudi Arabia

Are you heading over to Vietnam from Saudi Arabia anytime soon? Then you must remember to apply for a Vietnam visa. All citizens of Saudi Arabia are required to have a valid visa in order to enter Vietnam. Getting a visa is simple, fast and affordable and can be done from wherever in the world, if you opt for an online visa. The second option is to go to a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate and apply with them. Let’s explore the two options further:

I heard about Vietnam e-visa. Can I apply for Vietnam e-visa if I am citizens of Saudi Arabia? (No, citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia national in this list, therefore, citizens of Saudi Arabia should choose two options below to get a visa for Vietnam

1. Visa on Arrival (VOA) – Applying online for pre-approval then pick up your visa on arrival at the airport of Vietnam 

Vietnam visa on arrival office in Da Nang Int'l Airport, Vietnam

Vietnam visa on arrival office in Da Nang Int’l Airport, Vietnam

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

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 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Vietnamese-visa-sticker-in-a-passport

Vietnamese-visa-sticker-in-a-passport

The reason why applying for a visa with the Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 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.

Vietnam is arguably, one of the most beautiful countries in the world, and has a lot to offer for the ones who travel here. You have a stunning coastline, lush jungles, mountains, underground caves – the largest cave in the world can be found here! Besides that, you can cruise around in Halong Bay, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, go island hopping from Phu Quoc to Con Dao Island, wander around in the big cities and shop til you drop! Vietnam’s tourism has rapidly been increasing in the last years and it doesn’t seem to be stopping any time soon. Now is a great time to visit this Southeast Asian gem. Do as many others and travel to Vietnam to see why it has captivated so many people!

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