Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting
Vietnam
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Vietnamese Visa.
- Valid passport or travel documents with at least six months validity from the arrival date in Vietnam and two blank page for stamping
- Completed visa application forms
- Letter of invitation
- Travel insurance
- Certificate of vaccination
- For minors, copy of an original birth certificate
- Return envelopes (for applications sent via mail)
- Round-trip airline ticket
- Proof of financial support
- Stamping fee
- Application fee
Vietnam Visa for Rwandans
Facts about Vietnam
Vietnam has become one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The country is known for its scenic landscape, beaches, islands, and mountains. Tourists can take a walk through various destinations and also visit the plethora of beach resorts for activities like kayaking, sunbathing and water sports. Foreigners can also learn about war history by visiting museums and the Cu Chi tunnels which were used by soldiers.
In 2016, 10 million tourists visited Vietnam and this influx of tourists contributed 6.6 percent to the gross domestic product. The number of tourist arrivals in the country has been on the up and the Vietnamese government has aided this by building more hotels and improving transportation in the country.
Drug trafficking is considered to be a serious offense in Vietnam with the punishment being a life sentence in prison or a death penalty.
Types of Vietnam Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 2 business days | 30 days |
| Business visa | 2 business days | 30 days |
General Requirements for Vietnam Visa
- Valid passport or travel documents with at least six months validity from the arrival date in Vietnam and two blank page for stamping
- Completed visa application forms
- Letter of invitation
- Travel insurance
- Certificate of vaccination
- For minors, copy of an original birth certificate
- Return envelopes (for applications sent via mail)
- Round-trip airline ticket
- Proof of financial support
- Stamping fee
- Application fee
Vietnam Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Tourist visa is granted to non-immigrants who want to travel for tourism purposes
- This visa can also be used to visit friends and families or attend social gatherings
- Vietnam tourist visa is referred to as a c-1 visa
- It has both single-entry and multiple-entry types
- The visa is valid for a period of 90 days but can be extended without having to travel out of Vietnam
- An additional fee known as stamp fee is required to be paid at the airport
- For single-entry, the stamp fee is $25 and $50 for a multiple-entry visa
- A group of up to 10 persons can apply to travel to Vietnam and pay a reduced application fee
- Minors should apply with a copy of an original birth certificate
- Before travelling to Vietnam, you must have an accommodation reservation
- Working or studying with this visa is prohibited
- Proof of payment of application fee is required
Vietnam Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Vietnam business visa is also referred to as A3, B2, B3 or B4 visa
- It is issued for exploration of business potentials, settling estates, and negotiating contracts
- Business visa can be used to purchase and sell business materials
- To obtain a business visa you are required to submit a letter from your employer. The letter, printed on the company’s letterhead should state the exact purpose and duration of the trip
- Just like the tourist visa, the business visa is also of single-entry and multiple-entry types both valid for 90 days
- Generally, it takes two days to process the visa but if you need the visa to be processed faster, you can apply for urgent processing
- There is currently no Vietnam visa application center in Rwanda so applicants have to go to any nearby country with a Vietnamese embassy or consulate
- Tanzania is the nearest country to Rwanda with a Vietnamese embassy. It is approximately a 1-hour 55-minute flight
- You are required to pay an additional fee of $25 for single-entry and $50 for multiple-entry. This fee is known as stamp fee and it is paid at the airport
Vietnam Visa Fees
Tourist visa
1 month Single-entry
3 month Single-entry
1 month Multiple-entry
3 month Multiple-entry
12.00 (USD)
20.00 (USD)
14.00 (USD)
25.00 (USD)
Business visa
1 month single-entry
3 month single-entry
1 month multiple-entry
3 month multiple-entry
12.00 (USD)
20.00 (USD)
14.00 (USD)
25.00 (USD)