Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for an Urgent Vietnam e-Visa

When the flight is close, every minute counts. This guide shows how to apply for an urgent Vietnam e-visa in the right order, so nothing has to be done twice.

Step 1: how do I choose the right speed to apply for an urgent Vietnam e-visa?

Pick the slowest speed that still arrives before check-in closes.

Only Vietnamese working hours count: Monday to Friday, about 8:00–11:30 and 13:30–18:30, GMT+7. The form shows the guaranteed delivery time for each speed.

Step 2: prepare your photos in 2 minutes

Clear images save the most time.

• Passport page: lay it flat on a dark table, no flash, shoot from above. All 4 corners and the 2 bottom lines must be readable.
• Portrait: stand against a white wall near a window, no glasses, look straight at the camera.

Step 3: fill in the form

About 5 minutes.

1. Open the application form and choose Apply new e-visa.
2. Select your speed and visa type.
3. Enter your landing date in Vietnam and the airport.
4. Add your email and WhatsApp number.
5. Enter your details exactly as in the passport and upload both images.

Copy the passport number letter by letter. Include every name printed in the passport.

Step 4: pay

By card, PayPal, Alipay or bank transfer. The guaranteed time starts when your payment is confirmed. See the payment guide.

Step 5: send us your flight number

On WhatsApp, with your check-in closing time. This lets us prioritise correctly and reach you fast if anything is unclear.

Step 6: check and save the visa

When the PDF arrives, compare it with your passport. Name, passport number, date of birth, dates and entry point must match. Save it on your phone and print a copy if you can.

What if I already applied on evisa.gov.vn?

Skip to a speed-up. Choose Speed up existing visa and enter your application code. It costs less, from US$45. Read how to speed up a Vietnam visa.

What slows down an urgent application?

These four things.

1. A dark or cropped photo.
2. A typing mistake in the passport number.
3. Applying when Vietnam is closed.
4. Applying twice for the same trip.

Who can help me right now?

Our team answers 24/7. If you are unsure which speed fits, send your flight details on WhatsApp before paying. We will tell you honestly whether it is still possible.

Is the urgent e-visa official?

Yes. It is the same e-visa issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department, verifiable on the official portal. If Immigration refuses the visa because of the information provided, we refund the expedite fee (the government fee and payment fees are not refunded); if it is refused without a stated reason, we refund 100%. If we are more than 30 minutes late, we refund everything you paid. See the refund policy and the full Vietnam urgent visa guide.

What does an urgent application look like from start to finish?

An example. A traveler in Singapore learns at 9:30 AM that she needs a visa for a 5 PM flight to Da Nang. Singapore is 1 hour ahead of Vietnam, so the office has been open since 9:00 her time.

1. 9:35: she chooses 2.5 working hours for US$155, because check-in closes at 4 PM.
2. 9:40: she photographs her passport and takes a selfie by a window.
3. 9:45: she completes the form and pays.
4. 9:47: she sends her flight number on WhatsApp.
5. The visa is due by early afternoon, well before check-in.

The 30–60 minute speed was not needed, which saved US$60.

How do I check the visa when it arrives?

Compare it with your passport in 2 minutes. Check the full name, passport number, date of birth, the valid-from date and the entry point, then search it on the official e-visa search page. Save the PDF on your phone and print a copy for check-in.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to apply for an urgent e-visa?

About 5 minutes to fill in the form. Processing then takes from 30–60 minutes to 1 working day, depending on the speed.

What is the most important step?

Choosing a speed that fits Vietnamese working hours, and uploading clear photos the first time.

Can I apply from my phone?

Yes. The whole process works on a phone, including the photos.

What if I make a mistake in the form?

Message us before we submit. Small mistakes can be fixed for free at that stage.

Can I change my speed after paying?

Yes, before we submit. Message us with your order code and pay or receive the difference.

Do I need a hotel booking?

You need an address for your first night in Vietnam. A hotel name and street address is enough.

What if my photo is rejected?

We tell you right away and you can upload a new one from your phone. This is the most common delay, so take it carefully the first time.