FAQs - Paper Visa (Loose Leaf Visa)

What is difference between Visa on arrival and Paper Visa (Loose Leaf Visa)?

Visa on arrival: you will get visa upon arrival in Vietnam.

Paper Visa: we will delivery visa to your home/office when you apply.

What is Paper Visa? - (Click Here to view example)
Paper Visa is the full Visa you can obtain from the Vietnam Embassy. If your travel date to Vietnam is more than 1 week and you want the peace of mind of having the Vietnam Visa ready before arrival to Vietnam, you are recommended to choose this service. It is a more convenient option to have the full Visa ahead of time. If you are travelling to Vietnam via cruise ship or land, you are required to obtain the Paper Visa. You may submit your application with a photocopy of your passport online. We will then handle the application process with the Vietnam Embassy. On completion, you will receive the Visa stamp issued by the Vietnam Embassy in your mail within 1 week (Click Here for a sample of Visa Stamp). If you live in major cities, the delivery time will even be faster. In U.S. and Canada, the Visa should arrive in your mail in 3 days. It may take slightly longer delivery time for small towns. We use different courier services like Fedex, UPS, DHL or Canada Post, whichever more suitable for your location. The fee varies depending on the duration of your stay (refer to the fees chart). We welcome applications from around the world, but if the applicant's country of residence requires a high mailing cost, we would inform the applicant immediately and provide further advice.
How Do I Apply for Paper Visa (Loose Leaf Visa)?

Applying for Paper Visa (Full Visa) is now much easier than before. Please visit our website www.VietnamVisa.ca and follow 3 easy steps:

  1. Fill Out The Secure Online Application Form
  2. Confirm and Pay the Service Fee
  3. Get Your Vietnam Visa at Home - Delivery by FedEx, DHL, UPS or Canada Post.
What Documents Do I Need to Submit When Applying for Paper Visa?

To Apply For the Paper Visa, you must provide the following items:

  • A copy of your passport (Via Email), refer color copy (Click Here to view Example)
  • 1 Photo of standard passport size (4x6cm) Refer to the Picture with white background.(Click Here to view Example)
  • Your arrival Date and departure Date.

* You can just use your iPhone or regular camera to take picture. No need to go to photo shop for this service, As long as your new picture and your passport photo look alike.

How Long Do I have to Wait to Receive My Paper Visa in The Mail?

Normal Processing: 4-7 Business Days ( Canada / United State / Europe)

Urgent Processing: 2-4 Business Days ( Canada / United State / Europe)

Other Countries and Continent Normal Processing time: 5-10 Business day.

*Any country of residence requires a high Shipping cost or time for delivery, we will advise applicant before process application.

How Long In Advance Should I Apply for Paper Visa?
Vietnam Embassy can accept your application for Vietnam Visa as early as one year before your travel date. However, We recommend that you apply for your Vietnam Visa at your earliest convenience (at least 1-2 weeks prior to your travel date), just in case courier may need extra time for delivery due to unexpected weather or traffic conditions.
Can I Change my travel date after I receive My Paper Visa? ** Full Visa Service

Yes, You can. If you decide to change your travel date to a later date from your original date, your new travel date must be within the time frame of the Validity of your Visa.

If you decide to change your travel date to an earlier date, please contact us as we will need to request the Vietnam Embassy to correct it on the system and will send you a letter of correction via Email ($45 fee will apply). The letter of correction should accompany the Visa when you travel

Which Carrier Will Be Used To Deliver My Paper Visa?

We will be using one of the following carriers to deliver your Paper Visa to your home/office:

Fedex :www.fedex.com
UPS: www.UPS.com
DHL: www.DHL.com
Canada Post: www.Canadapost.ca

As soon as your application is approved for Paper Visa, We will ship and advise you the TRACKING NUMBER via email, so you can track the delivery status of your package throughout the process.

Do I Have To Pay Any Fee To Carrier Upon Receiving My Paper Visa at Home?
No, That is not necessary. Shipping fee is already included and indicated at the time you pay for your application on our website. However, If you live in continent that requires extra shipping cost on top of our standard fee, we will advise you ahead of time before processing your application.
How Much Does It Cost To Apply For Paper Visa Including Shipping Fee?
It depends on how urgent you need it and your duration of stay in Vietnam. Please refer to Embassy fee chart for all the details on pricing. Shipping fee is included in the chart. (Click here to see Price)
How do I know the Paper Visa is legitimate, When I receive it?
There is a document number on every Visa issued to show that it is legitimate. It can be verified with the Vietnam Embassy on request by email or phone. We will provide you phone / email belong to Vietnam Embassy location that issued your visa. We request difference Vietnam Embassy around world to issue visa for you depend on your location.

FAQ for Visa On Arrival

Vietnam Visa On Arrival

Are you in a RUSH to travel?

  • Submit your visa application online now
  • Get Pre Approval Letter within 2 days
  • Pick up your visa stamp upon on arrival
  • Our Agent available 24/7 for support

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Vietnam Paper Visa

We delivery Visa right to your door!

  • Submit application online for approval
  • No need to send off passport to Embassy
  • Visa will be delivered to your home/office
  • Receive Paper Visa at your door in 4-7 days

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Extra Service Upon Arrival

We are here to support you all the way!

  • Airport Concierge right inside Terminal
  • Airport Car pickup and drop off
  • Airport fast track & Hotel reservation
  • Local Flights & Tours, Insurance

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