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General information about Vietnam Embassy in the UK

The Socialist Republic of Vietnam in the United Kingdom is represented by the Vietnamese Embassy – the headquarters of diplomatic missions. The place offers help for national citizens abroad as well as maintains the political, social, and cultural relations between the United Kingdom and Vietnam.

You can contact the Embassy in administrative or emergency situations, such as a lost or damaged passport. You may also get more information about visa policy, customs/laws in the UK, notarizing documents, and assistance in case of disasters or military conflicts.

Vietnamese residing in the United Kingdom (temporarily or permanently) can reach the Embassy of Vietnam in London. Face-to-face appointments usually don't take much time, and you can set them up via the official website online, which is very convenient.

How can I contact the Embassy of Vietnam in London?

You can contact the Embassy of Vietnam in London by email, phone, or in person:

• Headquarters: 12-14 Victoria Road, London W8 5RD, UK
• Opening hours: Monday – Friday, 9:30 – 12:30
• Email: consular@vietnamembassy.org.uk
• Telephone: +44 207 937 1912

Note that you must schedule an appointment before the specific visit.

How can I get a Vietnam Visa from the Vietnamese Embassy in the United Kingdom?

The Embassy of Vietnam in the United Kingdom also provides visas. There, you can get more information about this topic and issue the necessary permits.

Vietnam visa for Tourists

If you want to obtain a Vietnam visa for tourism, you need to contact the Embassy and collect the required documents, such as:

• a recent photo of the face
• a completed application form
• a passport that won't expire within 1 month
• a letter of approval from the Immigration Department of Vietnam

In order to get a visa from the Embassy of Vietnam, you need to schedule an appointment and receive a permit in person or deliver/receive the documents by post. You can't obtain a visa via email or send an application online (as the process is currently suspended).

Also, it is good to know the fee needs to be covered in cash and that the processing usually takes around 7 working days. Remember to apply earlier for a visa to avoid unpleasant situations, such as delays.

Vietnam Visa for Business

If you want to apply for a business visa to Vietnam, mainly you need to have the following documents:

• a completed application form
• a recent face photo
• a passport valid for 1 month (at least)
• an approval letter from the Vietnamese Immigration Department

It is required to schedule an appointment prior to visiting the Embassy of Vietnam in London. The only payment that is accepted is in cash, so keep that in mind. Documents may be delivered by post if you are not able to go to the office in person. The processing time takes approximately 7 days, but it is recommended to apply earlier to get all the permits on time.

Vietnam Visa Online Application

In many cases, it is possible to obtain a visa from the comfort of home without visiting the Embassy of Vietnam in London. You can do it in 3 simple steps: provide information in the form, cover the fees, and wait for an email with confirmation and a PDF file. You can download it on your mobile device or print it out and show it during the check at the airport. Also, remember about other important documents, such as a valid passport, to enter Vietnam without problems.

Important: only several ports of entry accept electronic visas. Check the list and prepare accordingly. If you want to use a different crossing (or your purpose is different from tourism or business), you need to contact the Embassy of Vietnam in London and apply for a traditional visa.

Current vaccination requirements in Vietnam

As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states, travelers visiting Vietnam should get routine vaccines, such as against flu, polio, chickenpox, shingles, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, measles-mumps-rubella, etc.

Besides, it is recommended to consider vaccination against COVID-19, hepatitis (A and B), Japanese encephalitis, malaria, measles, rabies, and typhoid. For more information, visit the official CDC website.

Entry and exit requirements to Vietnam

Travelers who want to cross the Vietnamese border need to prepare all the mandatory documents, such as a visa and a valid passport, for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Vietnam with at least 2 blank pages.

In case of exit requirements, an undamaged passport that is not expired is a must-have. Note that a damaged passport may cause an exit or entry denial. You need to renew this document before.

Work Permit from the Vietnamese Embassy

Those interested in getting a job in Vietnam must collect all the mandatory documents and contact the Embassy of Vietnam in London, as it issues a work visa.

Also, you need a work permit from the Department of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs and mandatory social insurance (regulated by Decree 143/2018/ND-CP, enacted in 2018).