Processing Time for Vietnam E-Visa Applications for American Citizens | How Can American Passport Holders Quickly Obtain a Vietnam E-Visa?

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The Vietnam e-visa is currently the most convenient option for American citizens applying for a Vietnam entry visa. However, American citizens need to be aware of the processing time for e-visa applications. Any delays could significantly disrupt travel plans and, in some cases, may even force American citizens to cancel their trips. So, how long does it take for American citizens to apply for a Vietnam e-visa? Are there ways to expedite the Vietnam e-visa application process? This article provides the information you need.

1/ How Long Does It Take for American Citizens to Apply for a Vietnam E-Visa?

The Vietnam e-visa is valid for up to 90 days and allows for single or multiple entries. American citizens holding a valid e-visa can enter Vietnam through airports, land borders, or seaports. All American citizens can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online by filling out an online form and submitting their application. After a short processing period, they will receive the e-visa result via email.

How long does it take for American citizens to apply for a Vietnam e-visa?

Typically, the processing time for a Vietnam e-visa is 3-5 business days (calculated from the date of submission). Saturdays, Sundays, and Vietnamese public holidays are not counted as business days.

Here are some specific examples:

• If a American citizen submits an application at noon on Monday, they can usually receive the e-visa result by 6 PM on Thursday.
• If a American citizen applies at noon on Thursday, since Saturdays and Sundays are not business days, the e-visa result will be available by 6 PM on Tuesday.

The processing time for a Vietnam e-visa is an estimate. Therefore, American citizens should carefully review the information they provide before submitting their application.

How early should American citizens apply for a Vietnam e-visa?

Since the processing time for a Vietnam e-visa is typically 3 business days (and may be delayed due to a high volume of applications or technical issues), it is recommended that American citizens submit their applications at least 10 days before their departure.

2/ How to Expedite the Vietnam E-Visa Application Process?

To expedite the Vietnam e-visa application process, American citizens can choose the “urgent service” option on the visa application form through an agency website. American passport holders can select urgent services to obtain visa approval more quickly.

• Standard Urgent Service: American citizens can receive their Vietnam e-visa within 1 business day.
• Super Urgent Service: American citizens can receive their Vietnam e-visa within 2 working hours.

How can American citizens quickly apply for a Vietnam e-visa?

American citizens can follow these steps to apply for a Vietnam e-visa online:

1. Click here to access the Vietnam e-visa application page: Vietnam E-Visa Application.
2. Fill in all required visa application information and personal details.
3. Select the “Urgent Service” option. Choose the service type that best suits your needs.
4. Pay the visa fee and upload a passport photo.
5. After applying, you will receive the e-visa result within the promised time frame of the urgent service.

3/ Can American Citizens Expedite an Already Submitted Vietnam E-Visa Application?

If a American citizen has already submitted a Vietnam e-visa application on the Vietnamese government’s official website but the status remains “in processing,” they can expedite the application process through urgent services.

How do I expedite an already submitted Vietnam E-Visa application?

1. Click here to apply: Expedite Visa Service.
2. Please complete all required visa application information and personal details and provide the registration code from the Vietnamese government’s official website.
3. Specify the desired time to receive the visa.
4. After receiving your request, we will immediately review it and reply via email with a quote and payment link.
5. Once payment is made, we will expedite the process and deliver the visa on time (you can also download your visa directly from the official website at that time).

4/ Conclusion

Through the above information, we have detailed the processing time for American citizens applying for a Vietnam e-visa and how to expedite the application process. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us via email (info@yuenanyuenan.com) or WeChat: vietnam-visa.

We hope this information helps you successfully apply for a Vietnam e-visa. Have a great trip!