Best way to apply Vietnam visa in Taizhou, Zhejiang

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

This guideline is for:

• Chinese passport holders;
• Foreign passport holders currently traveling or living in Taizhou;

How to apply Vietnam visa in Taizhou?

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

Option 1: Apply Visa at Embassy/Consulate

Currently, NO Embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Taizhou. So, you need contact the nearest Vietnamese Consulate in Shanghai for more information.

To apply Vietnam visa at Consulate in Shanghai some following documents you should prepare:

• 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/Consulate; you should contact 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 get from Taizhou to Vietnam?

China Southern Airlines, Air China and 6 other airlines fly from Taizhou to Ho Chi Minh City every 2 hours. Or you can take a train to Vietnam from Taizhou via Taizhou Station, Liuzhou, Gia Lam, Ha Noi, and Ho Chi Minh City in around 2 days 16h.

The quickest ways to get to Hanoi – Vietnam from Taizhou: take a taxi to Taizhou Airport, fly to Hanoi with total time 7h25 (includes 3m transfer). Find the trip option that best suits you.