Vietnam Visa on Arrival 1 Month Single Entry provides 30 days of validity with one entry permitted. The approval letter is obtained before travel and the physical visa is stamped at the designated airport arrival counter in Vietnam.
This guide is for Indian travellers applying for a 30-day single entry visa via the VOA route. Vietnam visa rules and processing timelines can change — treat this as a practical planning reference and confirm final requirements before applying.
Vietnam VOA 1 Month Single Entry — specification table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Route | Visa on Arrival (approval letter + airport stamp) |
| Validity | 30 days from date of entry into Vietnam |
| Entries | 1 (visa consumed on exit from Vietnam) |
| Purpose | Tourist or business |
| Valid Ports | Designated international airports only — not land or sea borders |
| What to Get First | Approval letter from agent before travel |
| Airport Process | Show approval letter → collect stamping form → submit at VOA counter → stamp in passport |
| Processing Time | Normal (4 days), Urgent (2 days), Super Urgent (1 day) for approval letter |
How this compares to similar options
VOA 1 month single entry and e-visa 1 month single entry provide the same 30-day stay with one entry. The key difference is process: VOA needs an airport counter visit with paperwork and payment; e-visa is fully digital and valid at all ports. If you are flying into a designated airport and are comfortable with the airport counter process, VOA is a valid option.
VOA 1 month single entry: process and when to use it
- Confirm arrival in Vietnam is at one of the designated VOA airports
- Obtain approval letter before travel — you cannot get this at the airport
- Print approval letter: A4 paper, clear print, not folded
- Carry 2 recent passport-size photos (plain background) for the stamping counter
- Carry USD cash for the stamping fee — exact amount or slightly over to avoid change issues
Common mistakes Indian applicants make
The most common VOA single entry mistake is arriving at a land border or seaport expecting the approval letter to be accepted. VOA is not valid at land crossings or seaports — only at designated airports. Check your entry point before choosing VOA over e-visa.
How Visa Expertz helps
Our team reviews passport scans, photos, travel dates, purpose documents, and application details before submission. Start with Vietnam Visa on Arrival and we will guide you to the correct processing tier and visa category based on your departure date and travel purpose.
Practical tip before you apply
Keep your approval letter in your hand luggage, not in checked baggage. You need it at the immigration hall VOA counter, which you reach before baggage collection. A misplaced approval letter in checked baggage creates unnecessary delays at the airport.
Note: Visa Expertz assists with travel-related Vietnam visa services only. No genuine agent can guarantee visa approval — final decisions rest with the relevant authority.
