1. Does Iran need a visa to Vietnam?
Iranian, Persian nationality is not included in the visa exemption list, but in the special nation list of Vietnam Immigration Department. It means that not like other countries, it is a little bit difficult to apply Vietnam visa for Iranian passport holders. Vietnam Immigration Department will require many documents to issue a visa for Iranian, it also takes much time than usual. Therefore, with a higher fee than the others, all Iranians need to apply visa to Vietnam for tourist purpose.
- Vietnam visa for tourist purpose is required
- Vietnam visa for business purpose is not required
1.1. Apply online for a Vietnam visa on arrival
Iranian passport holder can:
- Apply Vietnam visa on arrival online from anywhere to receive visa Approval Letter. And the Vietnam visa will be picked up upon arrival at the Vietnam airports by showing up the printed out of the Approval Letter.
- By using our service, the Approval Letter will be sent via email within 1 or 2 working days (normal case), 4 working hours (urgent case) or even 30 minutes (emergency case) depending on which option the applicant chooses on our website after submitting online application form.
After applying your visa information, Iranian passport holder needs to send to our email the following documents:
- Scan copy of Passport
- Returned flight tickets
- Hotel booking
- Invitation letter (if you have)
Besides, in some cases, Vietnam Immigration Department will ask for further information like profile, police confirmation. Iranian is required to send it as well.
This method was made to make the Iranian trip to Vietnam simpler and more economical. It is applicable only to those traveling by air to Vietnam. Vietnam visa on arrival is especially an advantage to those living far from the Vietnam Embassy/Consulate in Iran.
By using this mode of getting Vietnam visa on arrival, the Iranian does not need to wait too long for processing to get a pre-approval letter issued by Vietnam Immigration Department, which acts as an official permission of getting the visa upon arrival. We can help you to get Vietnam visa approval letter as quick as your options on our website www.visa-vietnam.org.vn
In order to get a Vietnam visa for Iranian, you should pay two kinds of fee; service fee and stamping fee being under your control, no hidden charged. And we offer multiple options for your choices which all the fees will be showed up.
- Service fee: is the fee paid for the website owner to process Vietnam visa approval letter for you, fast track, and private car pick-up. Please see the application form and more option at our website www.visa-vietnam.org.vn.
- Stamping fee: is the fee that is paid directly to Vietnam Immigration Officer in cash (in USD) at the Immigration Counter when arriving the airport in Vietnam to have the visa stamped on the passport. And this amount is for Vietnam Government. You can pay directly by yourself, or we will do it for you if you chose full package on the visa application form option.
Useful notes
- Before applying online for a Vietnam Visa on arrival, the Iranian citizen ensures that the passport has at least 6-month-validity and left pages from travel date.
- Visa on arrival is only applicable for Iranians traveling by air to Vietnam.
1.2. Apply for Vietnam visa directly at the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate
The address of Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in Iran for your information:
Address: Valiyeasr Ave., .Ardebili, Pesyan, Baghestan 6, Mardani, East Ordibehesht, No.6, Tehran, IRAN
Telephone: +98.21.22411670
Fax: +98.21.22416045 Emergency Telephone: 0912 159 6135
Email: vnemb.ir@mofa.gov.vn
Useful notes
- Before applying for a Vietnam Visa, Iranian, Persian citizen ensures that the passport has at least 6-month-validity and left pages from travel date.
- Iranian, Persian citizen is required to prepare: Original, signed Iran passport; 02 passport-sized photos; and a Business Letter from either the sending company in the Iran or sponsoring company in Vietnam. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to the Embassy of Vietnam, and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above).
