Vietnam Visa Processing times at a glance
Times are Vietnam time (GMT+7). Working days are Monday to Friday, excluding Vietnamese public holidays. Totals are for a single-entry e-visa, government fee included (add $25 for multiple entry).
| Option | When you get the result | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 7–10 working days (estimated, not guaranteed) | $45 |
| Urgent 3 days | 18:00 on the 3rd working day | $64 |
| Urgent 2 days | 18:00 on the 2nd working day | $74 |
| Urgent 1 day | 18:00 the next working day | $94 |
| Urgent 4 hours | Apply before 8:00 → by 12:00 · before 14:00 → by 18:00 · later → by 12:00 next working day | $104 |
| Emergency 1 hour | 1 hour after you apply · Mon–Fri, apply between 8:00 and 10:30 | $224 |
| Weekend emergency | By 18:00 on Saturday or Sunday · from Friday 18:00; on weekends apply before 14:00 | $224 |
See every price on the pricing page, which also calculates which options arrive before your entry date.
Cut-off times: when to apply
- 1 hour: apply Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 10:30 Vietnam time.
- 4 hours: before 8:00 for a result by 12:00, before 14:00 for a result by 18:00.
- 1, 2 or 3 days: the count starts on the next working day; the result arrives by 18:00.
- Weekend: from Friday 18:00, and on Saturday or Sunday before 14:00, for a result by 18:00 the same day.
What makes it take longer
- Weekends and public holidays. Standard applications are not processed on these days. The next public holiday is 1 January 2027, and Lunar New Year 2027 falls in early February (official dates are announced by the government).
- Peak season, from December to March and in July and August.
- Unclear photo or passport scan. The most common cause of delays and refusals. See photo requirements.
- Details that don't match the passport, such as a missing middle name.
When should I apply?
If your trip is more than 3 weeks away, apply for the standard e-visa and save money. If it is closer, or the status has been "processing" for days, choose an urgent option or speed up the application you already made.
FAQ
How long does a Vietnam e-visa take?
Usually 7–10 working days for a standard application. Urgent processing gives a guaranteed result in 1 hour, 4 hours, or 1 to 3 working days.
Does Vietnam process e-visas on weekends?
Standard applications are not processed on weekends. The weekend emergency option gives a result by 18:00 on Saturday or Sunday if you apply from Friday 18:00, or before 14:00 on the weekend.
What is the fastest way to get a Vietnam e-visa?
The Emergency 1 hour option: apply Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 10:30 Vietnam time and get the result one hour later. It costs $224 for a single entry.
Is the processing time guaranteed?
The standard time is an estimate. Urgent options guarantee the time you receive the result. Approval itself is always decided by Vietnam Immigration.
How far in advance should I apply?
At least 2–3 weeks before you fly for the standard e-visa. If your flight is sooner, use an urgent option.
Related: Urgent Vietnam visa · Still processing? · Weekend visa · Pricing