Best way to apply Vietnam visa in Chengdu, China

If you are living or working in Chengdu (Sichuan, China), you have a plan to take a visit Vietnam from Chengdu, a visa to Vietnam must be prepared. This post will give everything you need to know about how to apply Vietnam visa in Chengdu with requirements apply Visa online and Visa at embassy, visa cost and best way a trip to Vietnam.

How to apply Vietnam visa in Chengdu?

There are two main options for travellers to get Vietnam visa from Chengdu, China:

Option 1: Apply Visa at Embassy/Consulate

Currently, NO Embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Chengdu. So, you can contact the nearest Consulate General of Vietnam in Guangzhou for more information.

To apply Vietnam visa at Vietnam Consulate in Guangzhou; some following documents you should prepare (Mandatory):

• The ordinary passport with 06 month validity (the travel document and emergency passport might be not approved);
• Application form (Download here);
• 02 passport photo with 4×6 cm size;
• Visa fee;
• Introduction letter from the trading company based in Vietnam (if you wish to apply business visa);
• An envelope with address (to get your passport back via Post);

Note: Documents might be changed due to the policy of Embassy; you should contact Embassy before submission.

Option 2: Apply e-Visa Online (Recommended)

The Vietnam e-Visa is a type of visa provided by the Vietnam Immigration Department for foreigners looking to enter the country. Holders of this e-Visa can stay in Vietnam for up to 90 consecutive days from their date of entry. It can be issued for both single and multiple entries and is accessible to all countries and territories. Applicants do not need to present any documents at a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate. Simply select the visa type you want and follow the straightforward online process:

1. Complete the online visa application form and payment.
2. Receive the e-Visa letter via email within 4-6 working days or other urgent services based on your demand.
3. Print the enclosed e-visa and prepare both round-trip tickets. Show the e-visa at the entry gate (passport control) to enter Vietnam. With the e-visa, you can go directly to the entry gate (passport control), without a long queue at the visa counter (except for Chinese E-passport)

Note: (*) If you use a Chinese E-Passport, also prepare an additional 3×4 portrait photo when entering Vietnam to get a visa-on-arrival letter at the visa counter without extra fee on photography services.

How to visit Vietnam from Chengdu?

China Eastern Airlines, Vietnam Airlines and two other airlines fly from Chengdu to Da Nang 4 times a day. You can take a train from Chengdu to Ho Chi Minh City via East station, Chengdu East, Nanning East, Nanning East, Nanning station, Nanning, Gia Lam, Ha Noi, and Ho Chi Minh City in around 2 days 9h.

The ways to get to Vietnam from Chengdu with by plane, train, bus or car, and the quickest way takes just 5h 30m by fly. Find the trip option that best suits you.

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