Embassy of Vietnam in Pretoria, South Africa
Address: 87 Brooks St., Brooklyn, Pretoria, SOUTH AFRICA
Phone: +27 (0)12 362 8119
Fax: +27 (0) 12 342 8441
Email: embassy@vietnam.co.za
South African passport holder can apply for a Vietnam visa by either of the following ways:
• Apply for a visa on arrival for traveling to Vietnam by air only
• Apply directly at Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate
Each option has its own pros and cons:
| VIETNAM VISA ON ARRIVAL | VIETNAM VISA AT EMBASSY |
|---|---|
| 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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Completely online process. |
It is required that your physical visit to a nearest Vietnamese Embassy and your personal information sent away. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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