Vietnam issue three-month electronic visas to French citizens From August 2023

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The Vietnamese government recently agreed to extend the validity of the Vietnam E-visa for French citizens by up to three months. This new adjustment will go into effect in August 2023. This is excellent news for French travelers who intend to come and remain in Vietnam for an extended period of time. Details can be found in the section below.

1/ Brief information about the Vietnam E-visa for French citizens

Vietnam E-visa is a type of electronic authorisation document that allows international travelers to enter and stay in Vietnam for a set length of time. The information of the applicants and the visa are clearly shown on the Vietnam E-visa approval page. French nationals can enter Vietnam via flight, border crossing, or cruise ship using the Vietnam E-visa.

When a Vietnam E-visa is issued for the first time, it is for a single entry and is valid for a maximum of 30 days from the intended entry date mentioned on the E-visa. E-visa holders are permitted to stay in Vietnam for a maximum of 30 days following their initial arrival date.

Vietnam 3-month E-visa is currently available For French citizens:

To support tourist recovery, the Vietnam government stated that the period of E-visa given to French residents visiting Vietnam will be increased from 30 days to a maximum of three months. From August 2023, French citizens will be able to apply online for a three-month E-visa to enter Vietnam for both tourism and business purposes.

2/ Documents required to obtain 3 months E-visa to Vietnam for French nationals

Before applying for a 3 month E-visa to Vietnam, French citizens should gather the following documents:

• A valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
• A portrait photograph (without spectacles)
• A scan of the passport data page
• An email address where visa results will be sent

3/ Step-by-step instructions for submitting a Vietnam 3-month E-visa for French people

As long as French nationals have all of the above-mentioned documents, obtaining a Vietnam E-visa via electronic system is simple.

Step 1: Navigate to the Vietnam E-visa Application Website.

To access the Vietnam E-visa application website for French nationals, go to https://www.vietnamimmigration.com/apply-vietnam-visa/ .

Step 2: Provide the necessary information.

French applicants should follow the instructions and fill out all essential information, including personal and visa information, before uploading a portrait photograph and a data page image from their passport.

When applying for a Vietnam E-visa, you must provide an email address. When a visa is approved, the outcome will be emailed to the email address entered by the French citizen.

Step 3: Submit your application and make your payment.

Examine the data and make the payment.

Step 4: Successful E-visa Application Confirmation

After paying the E-visa cost, French applicants will receive an email confirmation with all visa order information. The status of the visa will be changed to “processing” at the same time.

Step 5: Apply for a Vietnam E-visa via email.

After the processing time (usually 3 to 5 working days), the E-visa result will be emailed to the email address specified in the application form. French people should double-check all information in the E-visa approval process to ensure it is correct.

Step 6: Download and print your Vietnam E-visa.

French visitors should print their E-visa. When entering Vietnam, black and white copies are acceptable.

To summarize, Vietnam has opened a three-month E-visa for holders of French passports, and they can quickly obtain a three-month visa to Vietnam by applying online. The process and documentation required are relatively simple, and French nationals can enjoy a full 90-day visa in Vietnam, which has many gorgeous scenery. For further information about the Vietnam 3 month tourist E-visa for French citizens, please contact us at info@vietnamimmigration.com .