When Will My Vietnam E-Visa Be Ready?
Enter when you plan to apply and, if you know it, your flight time. The calculator shows when your Vietnam e-visa is guaranteed to be ready with each processing speed, counting Vietnamese working hours, weekends and official holidays. Updated Mon, 9 Nov 2026.
| Speed | Price | Ready by (Vietnam) | Ready by (your time) |
|---|
Single-entry prices per person, government fee included. Multiple entry adds US$25. Guaranteed times follow Vietnam's working hours and official holidays.
How is Vietnam e-visa processing time counted?
Processing time only runs during the Immigration Department's working hours: Monday to Friday, about 08:00–11:30 and 13:30–18:30 Vietnam time (GMT+7). An application sent on Friday evening starts counting on Monday morning, and public holidays add days.
- Working days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and official days off.
- Hours speeds (5 hours down to 30–60 minutes) count working hours only.
- The weekend and holiday service is the only option when offices are closed.
You can also apply yourself on the official portal, evisa.gov.vn, where the government fee is US$25 and there is no urgent option.
When is Vietnam's Immigration Department closed?
These official closures are already included in the calculator.
| Holiday | Closed from | Closed until |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnamese Culture Day | Tue, 24 Nov 2026 | Tue, 24 Nov 2026 |
| New Year's Day | Fri, 1 Jan 2027 | Sun, 3 Jan 2027 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year, Year of the Goat) | Thu, 4 Feb 2027 | Wed, 10 Feb 2027 |
| Hung Kings Commemoration Day | Fri, 16 Apr 2027 | Sun, 18 Apr 2027 |
| Reunification Day and Labour Day | Fri, 30 Apr 2027 | Mon, 3 May 2027 |
| National Day | Thu, 2 Sept 2027 | Sun, 5 Sept 2027 |
Which speed should I choose?
Pick the cheapest speed that is ready at least 3 hours before you leave for the airport, because airlines check your e-visa at check-in. If your flight moves earlier, you can speed up an existing application. See every price in our e-visa fee guide.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Vietnam e-visa take?
The government's normal processing takes about 3 to 5 working days. With an agency you can choose a guaranteed speed, from 4 to 6 working days down to 30 to 60 minutes during Vietnamese working hours.
Does Vietnam process e-visas on weekends?
Normal processing stops on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. A separate weekend and holiday service can still deliver an e-visa when offices are closed, at a higher price.
What are Vietnam's immigration working hours?
Monday to Friday, about 08:00 to 11:30 and 13:30 to 18:30 Vietnam time (GMT+7). Applications sent outside these hours start counting at the next opening.
How early should I apply before my flight?
At least 7 to 10 days before you fly for normal processing, and more around Tet. If your flight is sooner, use the calculator above to pick a speed that is ready at least 3 hours before departure.
Is the result guaranteed?
The time shown is the latest guaranteed delivery time for each speed with VietnamVisaEasy. If we are more than 30 minutes late, you get a full refund under our refund policy.