Vietnam Tourist Visa from Dubai – Requirements, Validity & Cost

Who needs a Vietnam Visa from Dubai?

Any person who is a resident of Dubai or any other city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will need to apply for a Vietnam visa. There are two types of visas you can apply for:

Tourist e-Visa (DL):

• Issued for tourism, leisure travel, sightseeing, and visiting friends or family in Vietnam.
• Available in both single and multiple entry variants.
• The visa is valid for 30 to 90 days, depending on visa type and approval.
• The process is completely online and requires no visit to the application center or the embassy.
• Traveriya recommends travel insurance for e-Visa but it is not mandatory.

Tourist sticker visa (DL):

• Issued for tourism, leisure travel, sightseeing, and visiting friends or family in Vietnam.
• Perfect option for travelers who don't qualify for the e-Visa.
• The visa is valid for 30 to 90 days, depending on visa type and approval.
• Can be issued as single-entry or multiple-entry, depending on approval.
• Documents and application forms need to be submitted through the embassy, consulate, or authorized visa center.
• Traveriya recommends travel insurance for a sticker Visa but it is not mandatory.

Business Visa (DN):

• Issued for meetings, conferences, business negotiations, and commercial activities in Vietnam.
• Can be issued as single-entry and multiple-entry visa options.
• The validity of the visa ranges from 30 days to up to a year.
• Requires an invitation letter from a company based in Vietnam,
• Traveriya strongly recommends travel insurance for a business visa.

Meanwhile, citizens of the UAE need not apply for a visa as they are granted visa-free entry based on their UAE passport.

Vietnam Visa Requirements for Dubai Residents and Citizens

The documents required while applying for a Vietnam visa from Dubai are as follows:

• Valid Passport: The passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon arrival (for e-Visa and short stays) or longer for extended stays, with at least two blank pages for stamping. In special cases, previous passports may also be required to be submitted
• Visa Application Form: A duly completed and signed form (for sticker visa) or information provided for online application (for e-Visa).
• Recent Biometric Photograph: A color photo that must be no older than six months, with dimensions of 4 × 6 cm (standard), with a neutral expression. It must show a full face, front view, open eyes, and meet official digital and print specifications.
• Emirates ID: A copy of your official Emirates ID.
• UAE Visa: A valid UAE visa that must be valid for at least three to six months from the date of arrival in Vietnam.

Additional documents for a Vietnam business visa:

• UAE company trade license or company registration copy (if you are a business owner in the UAE).
• A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your company in the UAE (for employees).

What is the cost of a Vietnam tourist visa and its validity?

The Vietnam visa costs 750 AED which includes the documentation and registration fees for the entire visa process.

What is the processing time for a Vietnam tourist visa from Dubai?

The processing time for a Vietnam visa from Dubai is 5 to 7 days.

How Traveriya helps in the Vietnam Visa Process:

Going through a visa process is harder than people think it is and there are many times where travelers commit small mistakes that can make their plans end before they even start. This is why we believe that every traveler should get end-to-end services so that every base is covered.

• Initial Visa Consultation: We start with an initial meeting with all of our clients. This meeting is to ensure that we can understand your needs and the purpose of your travel, which helps us pinpoint the exact visa that you need to apply.
• Document Checklist: The next step involves providing our clients with a checklist of documents that need to be submitted to our team, which will need to be attached with the visa application form.
• Application Assistance: After we receive the document, we take over the entire process filling out the application form on your behalf. This ensures that there are no errors in it which will massively increase the chances of your visa being approved.
• Application tracking and updates: We keep track of your visa application and provide you with regular updates.
• Visa Reapplication Service: Traveriya also offers you additional support if your visa gets rejected. We analyze your application form and documents to see if there was something that made your case weak. We can also file an appeal to the embassy on your behalf to reconsider your application form.
• Urgent visa appointment: In special cases, we can also try to arrange an urgent visa appointment and it is available for a premium fee.