Vietnam Embassies and Consulates in United States
Locations
Washington
- Street Address 1233 20th Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, DC 20036
- Telephone +1 202 861 0737
- Fax 84 (24) 3734-5049
- Email vanphong@vietnamembassy.us
- Internet https://vnembassy-washington.mofa.gov.vn/en-us
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New York
- Street Address 866 U.N. Plaza, Suite 435, New York, NY 10017 United States
- Telephone +1 212 644 2535 or +1 212 644 0831
- Fax 84 (24) 3734-5049
- Email [email protected]
- Internet http://omw.mofa.gov.vn
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San Francisco
- Street Address 1700 California St, Suite 580 San Francisco, CA 94109
- Telephone +1 415 9221 707 or +1 415 9221 577
- Fax 84 (24) 3734-5049
- Email [email protected]
- Internet https://vnconsulate-sanfrancisco.mofa.gov.vn/en-us
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Houston
- Street Address 5251 Westheimer road, Houston, Texas 77056, USA, Suite 1100
- Telephone +1 713 850 1233 or +1 713 877 1326
- Fax 84 (24) 3734-5049
- Email [email protected]
- Internet https://vnconsulate-houstontexas.mofa.gov.vn/en-us
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Visa information
If you are traveling on a United States passport, you have three primary ways to secure your entry into Vietnam.
1. The E-Visa (Recommended)
The most convenient and popular choice for tourism and short business trips.
- Best for: Most travelers.
- Validity: Up to 90 days (Single or Multiple Entry).
- Entry Points: Valid at 83 international airports, land borders, and seaports.
- Process: Applied for and issued entirely online through the official government portal (evisa.gov.vn).
2. Visa on Arrival (VOA)
A secondary option specifically for those flying from United States to Vietnam who may have unique requirements.
- Best for: Last-minute travelers or those with specific visa types not covered by e-visas.
- Cons: Air travel only. You cannot use this for land or sea crossings.
- Requirements: You must obtain a "Visa Approval Letter" from a travel agency before you board your flight. You will then get the actual visa stamp at the airport upon arrival.
3. Embassy Visa
The traditional route via the Vietnamese Embassy in Washington.
- Best for: Travelers who prefer having a sticker visa in their passport before leaving home, or those seeking longer-term/specialized visas.
- Flexibility: Generally valid for entry via air, land, or sea.
- Process: Requires submitting your physical passport and application directly to the embassy. Please check the embassy website for more information: https://vnembassy-washington.mofa.gov.vn/en-us
- Quick Comparison Table
| Feature | E-Visa | Visa on Arrival | Embassy Visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effort | Low (Online) | Medium (Pre-letter + Queue) | High (In-person/Post) |
| Cost | Usually cheapest | Varies (Letter + Stamping fee) | Varies |
| Entry Port | Air, Land, & Sea | Air Only | Air, Land, & Sea |
| Processing | 3–5 working days | 2–4 working days (for letter) | Varies |
Local tip: Always make sure your United States passport has at least 6 months of validity remaining from your intended date of entry into Vietnam to avoid being denied boarding.
