The Vietnam e-visa is an online visa that became official in February 2017. Along with the traditional visa application at the Vietnam Embassy and the visa on arrival, the Vietnam E-visa is a simple and effective way to enter Vietnam today. But Vietnam e-visa can only be used in a few countries, not everywhere in the world. Please look at the information below to find out if Icelandic citizens can get an e-visa for Vietnam in 2025. You’ll also learn how to apply for an e-visa for Vietnam in both normal and urgent processing times.
1/ Can people with an Icelandic passport get an e-visa for Vietnam in 2025?
Icelandic passport holders couldn’t get an e-visa for Vietnam for a long time because Covid-19 was getting out of hand. During that time, Icelandic citizens and other people did not have a way to apply for a Vietnam E-visa.
After a long break caused by the COVID 19 pandemic, the e-visa policy will start up again on March 15, 2022. We are happy to let you know that Icelandic citizens can now apply for a Vietnam e-visa. This type of visa is available to people from 80 different countries, including Icelanders.
Many Icelanders are still not sure if the Vietnam E-visa is back open and if they can apply for it online. Again, we strongly confirm that the Vietnam E-visa for Icelandic was opened, and Icelandic passport holders can easily apply for the E-visa to get an entry permit to Vietnam during this time.
2/ Official Guide for Applying for a Vietnam e-visa for Icelandic 2025
According to Vietnamese law, Icelandic passport holders must meet the following to get an e-visa for Vietnam:
Those from Iceland who meet the above requirements can apply online for a Vietnam e-visa. They will need to do the following:
Step 1: Fill out the online application form at https://www.vietnamimmigration.com/apply-vietnam-visa/ , We need a scan of your passport and a recent photo of you.
Step 2: Use your credit or debit card to pay the service fee and get a visa code. Step 3: Use the code to check the result. If your application for an e-visa is approved, it will be sent to the email address you gave on the application form. Please print it out and bring it with your passport if you want to go to Vietnam.
3/ How long does it take to get an e-visa for Vietnam for an Icelandic passport in 2025?
Icelanders usually have to wait 3 business days for their Vietnam e-visa to be processed. The visa will be sent to the applicant’s email as a PDF file. Icelanders should apply for visas as soon as possible. Icelanders can also choose express service on the Vietnam E-visa form to speed up the visa process. The Vietnam E-visa service for emergencies can be done in two working days, one working day, or even two working hours.
If you don’t need your visa right away, you can wait 3 business days. If you don’t have time because your arrival date is coming up soon, you should apply for urgent e-visa service right away. In this case, you will definitely get an e-visa within 2 working days, 1 day, or even 2 working hours, so you can get on the plane.
We just learned how to get an e-visa for Vietnam and if Icelandic passport holders are eligible. Send us an email at info@vietnamimmigration.com if you want to know more.
