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Vietnam Embassy in Ottawa - Visa Information & how to apply

Embassy of Vietnam in Ottawa - Canada

Address: 470 Wilbrod Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 6M8, Canada
Phone: +1 613 236 0772
Fax: +1 613 236 2704
Email: vietem@istar.ca
Office hours: Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.30 a.m - 11.30 a.m 13.30 p.m - 16.00 p.m

How to apply

Travellers from Ottawa, Canada can apply for a visa for Vietnam in person at the embassy of Vietnam in Ottawa or apply for a pre-approved visa letter online to pick up the visa on arrival

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Ottawa, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Canadian passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (47 USD ~ 62 CAD)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be 06:30 AM, local Ottawa time on 14 November 2024.
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Ottawa, Canada, the following documents are REQUIRED

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an easy and convenient way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for Canadian applicants or foreign travellers residing in Ottawa who plan to arrive in Vietnam by air from Ottawa, Canada. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

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Frequently asked questions, answered

How do I make a visa appointment at the Vietnamese embassy/consulate in Ottawa?

To contact the embassy for visa appointment or application in Ottawa, please call: +1 613 236 0772. In most cases, a visa appointment is not required, you can visit the embassy in person to obtain the visa.

What time does the embassy open?

The working hours of the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Ottawa are from Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.30 a.m - 11.30 a.m 13.30 p.m - 16.00 p.m.

How long does it take to get a visa in Ottawa?

An application for a tourist visa in Ottawa may usually take 3-5 working days. However, processing time may vary on a case-by-case basis, please contact the embassy directly for assistance.

How much is a tourist visa in Ottawa?

Visa at embassy: please contact the embassy at +1 613 236 0772 for more information.
E-visa: 25 USD for 1 month single entry.
Visa on arrival stamping fee: 25 USD for single entry and 50 USD for multiple entry.

Is it possible to renew my passport in Ottawa?

Yes, that is possible. The process may take 7-10 working days.