Basic Travel Requirements for Tanzanians visiting
Vietnam
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Vietnamese Visa.
- Original copies of correctly filled, signed and stamped visa application form is required.
- A Coloured passport-sized photograph with a white background.
- Applicant’s passport must have a validity of 6 months after the date of exit from Vietnam.
- The passport must have at least 2 blank visa pages for the Vietnam visa stamp.
- The applicant should provide a copy of the bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of accommodation which could be a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from the host stating purpose, duration, and intentions of hosting you while in Vietnam
- Travel tickets or itinerary showing entry and exit dates from Vietnam.
- An original certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required.
- For minors travelling alone, their original birth certificate, as well as a signed letter of consent from both parents, is required.
Vietnam Visa for Tanzanians
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 | 5 to 7 working days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 5-7 business days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Vietnam Visa
- Original copies of correctly filled, signed and stamped visa application form is required.
- A Coloured passport-sized photograph with a white background.
- Applicant’s passport must have a validity of 6 months after the date of exit from Vietnam.
- The passport must have at least 2 blank visa pages for the Vietnam visa stamp.
- The applicant should provide a copy of the bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of accommodation which could be a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from the host stating purpose, duration, and intentions of hosting you while in Vietnam
- Travel tickets or itinerary showing entry and exit dates from Vietnam.
- An original certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required.
- For minors travelling alone, their original birth certificate, as well as a signed letter of consent from both parents, is required.
Vietnam Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The tourist visa allows travellers to visit Vietnam for sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- With a tourist visa, you can visit friends and relatives.
- Holders of this visa cannot engage in business activities during their stay.
- Visitors cannot take up a course in any of the educational institutions of learning in the country.
- Letter of invitation from your host explaining the purpose of the visit and duration of the trip.
- Hotel reservation or confirmation is required.
- The letter should have full home address details and a valid means of identification of your host.
- Applicants are required to provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
- Children under 18 years are required to provide a letter of authorization by parents and a copy of the birth certificate.
- Children are also required to provide parent’s identification documents.
Vietnam Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- A business visa is granted to foreigners who are visiting Vietnam for business meetings, negotiating contracts with business partners.
- A letter of invitation from the host company the applicant will be visiting in Vietnam.
- The letter should state the address and give contact information about the company and the reason for the visit to Vietnam.
- It should also be stated in the letter if the inviting company in Vietnam is taking up the financial expenses of the applicant and the nature of the business to be conducted in Vietnam.
- A certificate of business registration of the inviting company is required.
- Letter from the applicant’s employer in Vietnam stating explaining awareness of leave and the duration of business leave is required.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for this application
Vietnam Visa Fees
Tourist visa
25.00 (USD)
Business visa
25.00 (USD)
Vietnam Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Tanzania
Dar-es-Salaam
P.O.Box 9724 Dar-es-Salaam Tanzania
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vnembasy@raha.com
(+255) 2 2277 3172