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Vietnam Visa Categories

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Understanding the specific visa categories is essential for ensuring your entry into Vietnam complies with local immigration laws.

Tourist Visa (DL)

Designed for individuals visiting Vietnam for holiday, leisure, or visiting friends and family. Primarily issued as an E-Visa for 90 days.

  • Single or Multiple Entry
  • Maximum 90 days stay

Business Visa (DN1/DN2)

For professionals travelling for meetings, workshops, or to finalise contracts. Can be processed as an E-Visa or via consular approval.

  • Corporate sponsorship required
  • Up to 90 days (extendable)

Student Visa (DH)

Issued to foreign nationals studying at a recognised university or educational institution in Vietnam.

Long-Term Visas (DT/LD)

Specialised categories for investors (DT) or foreign workers with valid work permits (LD).

Visa-Free Entry for British Citizens

British citizens currently receive a 45-day visa-free exemption upon arrival for single-entry tourism. If your trip exceeds 45 days, you must apply for the E-Visa DL category before departure.

Not sure which visa applies to your trip?

Our team can help clarify the document requirements for each visa category.

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