Why Was Your Vietnam Visa Rejected or Issued Incorrectly?
Rejections and errors usually come down to a mismatch or mistake somewhere in the original application. The most common causes:
- Incorrect passport number
- Name formatting that doesn't exactly match your passport (missing middle name, different order)
- A photo that doesn't meet the required format
- An incorrect entry date
- Submitting a duplicate or conflicting application
Even a small mismatch can be enough to cause a delay or an incorrect visa — but it's usually fixable without discarding your original application.
Do You Need to Reapply From Scratch?
- Wait for a government correction request — this usually takes 3–5 days. In some cases, you may instead receive a visa with the incorrect information still on it, which can't be used and forces a full reapplication.
- Use a correction service — this reviews your entire application, identifies the error, and requests the government reopen the file for editing. This can be combined with urgent processing so you get a corrected visa within your timeframe.
Reapplying with the same uncorrected information is one of the most common mistakes — it usually leads to the same problem happening again, and wastes valuable time if your flight is close.
How to Fix It Quickly
Step 1: Identify the issue
Check your application against your passport carefully — name spelling, passport number, and entry date are the most common places errors happen.
Step 2: Choose the correction service
On vietnamvisaeasy.com, select the correction service to have your existing application reviewed and reopened for editing rather than starting a new one.
Step 3: Add urgent processing if you're short on time
If your flight is approaching, combine the correction with an urgent processing package so the corrected visa is issued within your timeframe.
Step 4: Receive your corrected, approved visa
Once corrected, your visa is updated on the government system and delivered by email as a PDF, ready for check-in. You can verify it anytime at https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.
Correction and Urgent Processing Fees
| Processing Package | Fee (single-entry, government fee included) | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|
| Information correction only | 85 USD | No urgency, just need the error fixed |
| Weekend / holiday urgent | 230 USD | Need the corrected visa specifically on a Sat/Sun/public holiday |
| Urgent 30–60 minutes | 215 USD | Flying within the next few hours, airport emergencies |
| Urgent 1.5 hours | 185 USD | Same-day flight, still at home or in transit |
| Urgent 2.5 hours | 155 USD | Same-day flight later today |
| Urgent 5 hours | 125 USD | Traveling later today or early tomorrow |
| Urgent 1 day | 110 USD | Flight tomorrow |
| Urgent 2 days | 100 USD | Flight within 48 hours |
| Urgent 3 days | 90 USD | Flight within 3 days, some flexibility |
| Urgent 4 days | 65 USD | Flight within about a week, lower urgency |
| Standard 4–6 days | 50 USD | No urgency, at least 1–2 weeks before departure |
Notes:
- Add 25 USD for a multiple-entry visa.
- If you've already paid the government fee yourself on evisa.gov.vn, urgent processing packages only charge for the expedite service.
When Should You Act Immediately?
Don't wait if:
- Your flight is within 72 hours
- You've confirmed your visa has incorrect information
- You can't risk missing your trip while waiting for the standard correction process
What Not to Do
- Don't submit another application with the same uncorrected information
- Don't ignore the error and hope it resolves itself
- Don't wait until the last moment to request a correction
FAQ: Vietnam Visa Rejected
Why was my Vietnam visa rejected or issued with wrong information?
The most common causes are an incorrect passport number, name formatting that doesn't match the passport, a photo that doesn't meet requirements, or an incorrect entry date.
Do I have to submit a brand-new application after a rejection or error?
Not necessarily. In many cases, a correction service can fix the existing application and reopen it for editing, rather than requiring a full new submission.
How much does it cost to correct a Vietnam visa error?
A standalone correction service costs 85 USD, and can be combined with urgent processing if you also need the corrected visa quickly.
How long does it take to fix a rejected or incorrect Vietnam visa?
Waiting for the government's own correction process typically takes 3–5 days. Combined with urgent processing, a corrected visa can be issued in as little as 30–60 minutes.
What should I avoid doing after my visa is rejected or has an error?
Avoid submitting another application with the same uncorrected information, and avoid waiting until the last minute before addressing it — both increase the risk of missing your flight.
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