Traveling to Vietnam is an exciting and culturally enriching experience, but before you can embark on your journey, there is one important step that you need to take – obtaining a visa. As an Iranian citizen, you will need a valid visa to enter Vietnam. In this guide, we will explain in detail the process of obtaining a Vietnam visa in Iran

Do Iran citizens need visa for entering Vietnam or not?

Yes, Iran citizens need a visa for entering Vietnam. The visa policy of Vietnam states that all foreign citizens must obtain a visa before entering the country, except for citizens of countries that have bilateral or unilateral visa exemption agreements with Vietnam.

Iran and Vietnam do not have any visa exemption agreement, which means that Iran citizens are required to obtain a visa in order to enter Vietnam. This applies to all types of visas including tourist, business, transit, and work visas.

To apply for a Vietnam visa, Iran citizens can choose from two options: obtaining a visa from a Vietnamese embassy/consulate or applying for an e-visa online.

1. Applying for a visa at a Vietnamese embassy/consulate:

Iran citizens can apply for a visa at the nearest Vietnamese embassy or consulate in Iran. They will need to submit the following documents:

• A valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining and at least one blank page for the visa
• Two recent passport-sized photos (4x6cm)
• Completed visa application form (available at the embassy/consulate or can be downloaded online)
• Visa fee (varies depending on the type of visa and processing time)

In addition, Iran citizens may also be required to provide other supporting documents such as flight tickets, hotel reservations, and proof of sufficient funds for their stay in Vietnam.

The processing time for a Vietnam visa at the embassy/consulate may take about 5-7 working days. However, this may vary depending on the embassy/consulate’s workload and the applicant’s individual case.

2. Applying for an e-visa:

Iran citizens also have the option to apply for an e-visa online. This is a more convenient and faster way to obtain a Vietnam visa. To apply for an e-visa, Iran citizens need to follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of the Vietnamese Immigration Department and fill in the online application form.
• Upload a scanned copy of the biographical page of their passport and a recent passport-sized photo.
• Pay the visa fee online using a credit/debit card.
• Receive an approval letter via email within 3 working days.
• Print out the approval letter and bring it, along with the required documents (passport, photos, entry/exit form), to the designated port of entry in Vietnam to get the e-visa stamped.

The e-visa is valid for a single entry, and the maximum length of stay is up to 30 days. It is also important to note that not all ports of entry accept e-visas, so Iran citizens should check the list of eligible ports of entry before applying.

How to get a Vietnam visa in Iran?

 

Embassy of Vietnam in Tehran, Iran

Address: No.6, East Ordibehesht, Zaferanieh, Moqadas-e Ardebili, Peysian Street, Vali-e-Ars Avenue, Tehran, Iran

Telephone: +98.21.22411670

Fax: +98.21.22416045

Emergency Telephone: 0912 159 6135

E-mail: vnemb.ir@mofa.gov.vn