Somalis passport holder can apply for a Vietnam visa by following ways:
1.1. Apply for Vietnam visa directly at the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate
At present, in Somalia, there is no representative office of Vietnam's government so, in order to make visa code or get visa stamped, Somalis should contact with Vietnamese Embassy in the nearest neighboring country to apply for a visa with them.
Embassy of Vietnam in nearby country: Tanzania, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates & Qatar
1.2. Apply online for a Vietnam visa on arrival
Citizens of Somalia have currently not been supported with Vietnam visa on arrival. Therefore, they are advised to directly contact the Vietnam Embassy to apply for Vietnam visa.
Each option has its own pros and cons:
VIETNAM VISA ON ARRIVAL | VIETNAM VISA AT EMBASSY |
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NO need to send your original passport away. | Parting with your original passport. |
NO need to dealing directly with Immigration authorities. We'll deal with them on your behalf. | Dealing directly with Vietnamese Embassy. |
Saving time and visa to get the same type of visa (normally it takes 01 - 02 working days). |
It takes 05 - 07 working days to get your visa. |
Queuing in front of Immigration Counter at an arrival airport in Vietnam to get visa stamp. However, you can get your visa stamped without queuing by choosing our fast-track service. |
Having visa already stamped onto your passport before entry Vietnam. |
Completely online process. |
It is required that your physical visit to a nearest Vietnamese Embassy and your personal information sent away. |
Especially convenient for those who are staying far away Vietnamese Embassy or Vietnamese Embassy is not available in their country. |
Difficult for those who live far from Vietnamese Embassy or even the Vietnamese Embassy is not available in their country. |
Foreigners cannot apply for Vietnam visa on arrival by themselves. The application must go through authorized travel agency/organizations in Vietnam. |
Can be self-applied. |
For travelers to Vietnam by air only. |
For travelers to Vietnam by any transports. |
Apply for Vietnam visa on arrival online
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