Updated for 2026 · Emergency Visa Triage
Vietnam Emergency Visa: Find Your Level
Not every "emergency" needs the same response — or the same price. Match your real situation to a band below, then use the sections underneath for anything that doesn't fit a simple speed choice.
< 2 hrs At the airport, no visa at allBoarding soon, still in the check-in queue Airport plan → Critical
30–60 min Fastest tier available$215 — is it actually worth it for your case? Check first → Urgent
Today Flying later today or tomorrowSame-day tier, $125 — no need for the priciest option Same-day guide → Urgent
Pending Already applied, still "Processing"Expedite it — don't resubmit and pay twice Speed it up → Urgent
Wrong info Submitted with an error on evisa.gov.vn$85 fix, or wait 3–5 days for government correction See fix → Urgent
Weekend Need it on a Sat/Sun/holiday$230 — government offices are fully closed then Weekend rates → Routine
1–4 days A few days of buffer leftCheapest urgent tier, from $65 Full pricing → Routine
No email Applied on evisa.gov.vn, no confirmationCheck status directly, don't just wait Check status →
Full pricing, every tier
| Service | Total (single-entry, incl. govt fee) |
|---|---|
| Weekend / holiday delivery | $230 |
| 30–60 minutes | $215 |
| 1.5 hours | $185 |
| 2.5 hours | $155 |
| 5 hours | $125 |
| 1 day | $110 |
| 2 days | $100 |
| 3 days | $90 |
| 4 days | $65 |
| Normal (4–6 days) | $50 |
Multiple-entry: add $25 to any tier. Already applied and paid the $25 government fee directly on evisa.gov.vn? Deduct $25 from any tier above — you only pay the "speed up" portion, since the government fee was already covered.
Speeding up an application you already submitted
If you applied directly on evisa.gov.vn and it's taking longer than you'd like, go to our site, select "Speed up existing visa", and choose the processing speed that fits your timeline — 1.5 hours, 1 day, or any other tier. Since the government fee is already paid, you're only charged the difference.
Submitted with wrong information? Two ways to fix it
If you already applied on evisa.gov.vn and notice an error — a misspelled name, wrong passport number, wrong dates — you have two options:
Option 1: Wait for government correction
- The government system sometimes flags the error and requests a fix within 3–5 days
- In some cases, you may instead receive an incorrect visa that can't be used, requiring a full new application
- No guarantee of which outcome you'll get
Option 2: Our correction service — $85
- Contact us via our website, WhatsApp, or email
- We request the government reopen your file and correct the error directly
- Your visa updates on evisa.gov.vn — verify at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search
Weekend and holiday service — why it exists
Vietnam Immigration's office hours are strictly limited:
Applications submitted without weekend service simply wait until the following Monday for review to continue — no exceptions on the government side. If you need your visa delivered before 6:00 PM on a Saturday, Sunday, or Tet/public holiday, our $230 weekend/holiday service is the only way to get it, and it must be submitted and paid on our website — the government portal has no weekend option, no live support, and no refund if something goes wrong on their end.
Want to stay longer in Vietnam?
If your plans change and you need more time, you have two paths:
- Visa extension in-country — visit a Vietnamese immigration/embassy office to process an extension directly
- Border run — exit to a visa-exempt country like Thailand or Singapore, then apply for a brand-new e-Visa and re-enter. You must exit before submitting the new application, and send us a photo of your exit stamp so we can process it as fast as possible — even in 1–2 hours if needed
Children need their own visa
Every child with a passport needs an individual e-Visa — attaching a child to a parent's application isn't valid and can cause both applications to be rejected. See our family and group application guide, or message WhatsApp directly for coordinated family bookings.
Filling in your entry date correctly
The entry date field is the most commonly confused part of the application. The rule is simple: enter the exact date you plan to arrive in Vietnam — your visa becomes valid from that date.
Why government-site payments sometimes fail
- System overload during peak season — your bank account gets charged, but evisa.gov.vn fails to record the application
- Connection errors mid-transaction
- Incorrect card or bank details entered at checkout
See our full guide on what to do if you paid but received no confirmation.
Government portal vs. our service
Government (evisa.gov.vn)
- Pros: lowest cost, fine if you're comfortable online and have 2+ weeks buffer
- Cons: no live support channel, fees never refunded for any reason, no emergency processing option, no weekend service
Our agency service
- Pros: emergency same-day and weekend/holiday processing, 100% refund guarantee if we miss the committed time, 24/7 WhatsApp and email support, trusted by many customers — see our Trustpilot reviews
- Cons: higher cost than applying directly
Frequently asked
Is the critical band less reliable than the routine one?
No — identical review standard throughout. Only queue priority changes.
Can I get a refund if the government's own system fails after payment?
No — the government portal never refunds fees regardless of the cause. This is exactly why our 100% refund guarantee applies only to our own service commitments.
What if my visa comes back with wrong information already printed on it?
Contact us for the $85 correction service, or wait for the government to potentially request a fix within 3–5 days — outcomes vary, so acting directly is usually faster.
Can I combine the weekend service with a correction?
Yes — our emergency service checks and corrects your information while also delivering on your chosen urgent timeline, including weekends and holidays.
Do I need to leave Vietnam before applying for an extension via border run?
Yes, exit first, then apply — send us your exit stamp photo so we can process your new e-Visa as quickly as possible, even in 1–2 hours.
Start emergency application → WhatsApp support (24/7)Support 24/7 (GMT+7): support@vietnamvisaeasy.net · WhatsApp +84 947 754 252
