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1. WHAT IS A VIETNAM FAMILY VISIT VISA?
Vietnam Visit Visa is issued to foreigners who are visiting family, relatives, or friends living, studying, or working in Vietnam.
2. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A VIETNAM VISIT VISA?
According to regulations on Vietnam visit visa for foreigners, Foreigners eligible for Vietnam visit visa include:
Foreigners are:
- Legal spouses: Legal spouse of a Vietnamese citizen
- Children: biological and adopted children of a Vietnamese citizen
- Parents: Biological parents, adoptive parents of Vietnamese citizens.
- Grandparents: Biological grandparents and adoptive grandparents of Vietnamese citizens.
- Siblings: Siblings of Vietnamese citizens.
Foreigners are:
- Spouse: The legal spouse of a foreigner who is issued a visa with symbols LV1, LV2, LS, DT1, DT2, DT3, NN1, NN2, DH, PV1, LD1, LD2.
- Children: The biological and adopted children under 18 years old of a foreigner who is issued a visa with symbols LV1, LV2, LS, DT1, DT2, DT3, NN1, NN2, DH, PV1, LD1, LD2.
Note:
- Foreigners sponsored by Vietnamese citizens must have a relative relationship with the sponsor.
- Those sponsored by foreigners residing in Vietnam must be either married to their sponsor or have children under 18 years of age with them.
- If foreign visitors apply for a visit visa, they must provide documentation that proves their family relationship to the sponsor.
- Furthermore, under the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam No. 51/2019/QH14, agencies and organizations in Vietnam may invite foreigners to visit, and those invited may be granted a visit visa.
3. DURATION OF VIETNAM VISIT VISA
As per the latest regulations, the duration of the Vietnam visit visa in 2024 remains unchanged from previous years. Here are the details:
- Single visit visa: Allows a one-time entry to Vietnam for a maximum period of 3 months.
- Multiple visit visa: Allows multiple entries into Vietnam for a period of up to 12 months.
The duration of a visit visa can be different for various factors. These factors include the relationship of the foreigner with the Vietnamese citizen or foreigner who has been issued a visa.
Thời hạn visa thăm thân có thể thay đổi tùy thuộc vào một số yếu tố sau:
- For foreign nationals who are spouses, children, parents, or grandparents of Vietnamese citizens, the visit visa can be issued for a maximum of 12 months.
- For foreign nationals who are spouses and children under the age of 18 of foreigners who have been issued visas with symbols LV1, LV2, LS, DT1, DT2, DT3, NN1, NN2, DH, PV1, LD1, LD2, a visit visa can be issued for a maximum of 6 months.
4. WHERE CAN I APPLY FOR A VISITOR VISA?
4.1. Apply In Vietnam
Apply for:
- Foreigners who are residing in Vietnam legally.
- Foreigners whose spouses, biological children, or adopted children are Vietnamese citizens are also eligible.
To apply for a visit visa, the application may be submitted at:
- The Vietnam Immigration Department is located in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, or Da Nang.
- the Immigration Management Department of the Provincial Police if the Vietnamese sponsor has permanent residency.
4.2. Apply Abroad
Apply for:
- Foreigners who do not reside in Vietnam.
- Foreign individuals who have Vietnamese spouses, biological children, or adopted children are eligible to apply for a visit visa
Applications for visit visa are submitted at:
- Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate located in their country of residence.
4.3. Special Case
Submit your application online through the Vietnam National Immigration Portal
This method only applies to certain cases, which include the following:
Foreigner:
- Have a spouse, biological children, or adopted children who are Vietnamese citizens.
- Invited to visit by agencies or organizations in Vietnam.
- Be granted visas with symbols LV1, LV2, LS, DT1, DT2, DT3, NN1, NN2, DH, PV1, LD1, LD2.
5. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR A VIETNAM VISIT VISA
The process for applying for a Vietnam visit visa for foreigners applies to both cases where the sponsored person is abroad and in Vietnam.
5.1. Prepare General Documents
Passport:
- Must be valid for 6 months
- Have 2 blank visa pages upon entry to Vietnam.
Visa photo card:
- 02 visa photos (4×6 cm) are required with a white background. The photos must be taken within the last six months and the applicant must not wear glasses. The applicant must face the camera directly and the photos must be clear without any obstructions.
Visa application:
- Ensure all information is completed accurately as per the instructions.
- Once completed, print and sign the full application.
5.2. Documents Proving Identity
Notarized copy of your household registration book or an equivalent document:
- The permanent residence of the Vietnamese sponsor.
- This document should clearly state the name, age, and address of both the guarantor and the guaranteed person
Documents that prove your family relationship:
- A marriage certificate is required ( In the case of marriage)
- A birth certificate (if you are a biological or adopted child).
- Household Book (If you, your parents, and siblings share the same household registration).
- Other documents that provide proof of family relationships are also acceptable.
Documents proving the purpose of visiting relatives (if any):
- Invitation from the Vietnamese sponsor.
- Tourist tour schedule
- Round-trip airline ticket booking form
- Hotel booking form.
5.3. Documents Proving Financial Capacity
Documents proving income:
- Labor contract.
- The decision to appoint positions.
- Business license.
- Bill of sale.
- bank account statement.
Documents proving assets:
- House owning document.
- Saving.
- Vehicle.
Travel insurance:
- There is a term that includes the entire period of stay in Vietnam.
- The minimum insurance payout is 30,000 USD.
6. APPLYING FOR A VIETNAM VISIT VISA FOR FOREIGNERS
The process for foreign visitors to apply for a Vietnamese visit visa has been updated for 2024. There are now 4 steps to follow.
Step 1: Prepare documents
General profile: Mentioned in detail above.
Please ensure that the following documents are prepared for the individual being guaranteed in Vietnam:
- Copy and original identification documents (ID card/citizen identification)
- Residence documentation, including the household registration book or temporary residence certificate.
- Proof of income, including labor contracts, position appointment decisions, savings books, and other relevant documents.
- Proof of assets, including Certificate of land-use rights and ownership of house and other property on land and real estate documents.
- An invitation letter from relatives in Vietnam, in accordance with the prescribed format.
- A guaranteed commitment in accordance with the prescribed format.
Step 2: Submit the document
Foreign nationals can obtain a visa through the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in their country, by post or online via the Consular Department’s eVisa system.
Step 3: Keep track of the progress of the approval process.
The typical processing time for a Vietnam visit visa application is between 7 to 15 working days.
Applicants who are non-Vietnamese can check on the status of their application online via the E-visa system, or they can contact the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate directly where they applied.
Step 4: Receive Vietnam Visit Visa
When the visa application is approved, the applicant will receive a notification to collect the visa.
A Vietnam visit visa can be extended once and has a maximum validity of 3 months.
7. FAQ ABOUT VIETNAM VISIT VISA
❓How much does the Vietnam visit visa cost in 2024?
✅The cost of applying for a Vietnam visit visa in 2024 will depend on the type of visa and the number of entries, as follows:
Visa types:
– Single-entry visa: 60 USD
– Multiple-entry visa: 120 USD
Number of entries:
– Single-entry visa: You can only enter Vietnam once during the visa term.
– Multiple-entry visa: You are permitted to enter Vietnam multiple times during the visa term.
Furthermore, you may need to pay additional fees such as:
– Translation fees (if applicable),
– Notary fees (if applicable)
– Postage fees (if applicable).
The total cost of applying for a Vietnam visit visa in 2024 may vary between 200 USD and 400 USD, depending on the visa type, number of entries, and other applicable fees.
❓When will I receive a Vietnam Visit Visa after applying?
✅The typical processing time for a Vietnam Visit Visa application is 5 to 7 working days. However, this timeframe may vary due to different factors, including:
- The number of visa applications received. If there is a large volume of visa applications, the processing time may be longer.
- Additionally, if the visa application is incomplete, it may take longer to process.
- In some unique cases, the review time may be shorter or longer depending on the requirements of the authorities.
The article above provides valuable information about the latest procedures for obtaining a Vietnam Visit Visa. This visa can be a means for families to reunite. With this information, you should be able to apply for the visa as easily and quickly as possible.