How to get Vietnam visa in Kenya

Mar 03, 2025 38 Views

TOURIST VIETNAM VISA FOR Kenya CITIZENS

What are the different ways to get Vietnam visa on Kenya passport?

Every Kenyan citizen who holds regular Kenyan passport must apply for Vietnam visa and get it ready by the time they take the flight to Vietnam. There are 3 different options for Kenya to get the visa to Vietnam, namely:

1. Vietnam E-visa
2. Vietnam visa on arrival
3. Vietnam visa at Embassy/ Consulate.

Let’s get into details on how each option works and you could choose the most suitable one for your upcoming trip in Vietnam.

Vietnam E-visa for Kenya passport holders

Till now, a Vietnam E-visa is valid for up to 90 days for single/ multiple entry and it is good for multiple purposes: tourism, business, and meetings. A Vietnam e-Visa allows you to enter the country by air, land, or sea through 42 international borders.

Applying for Vietnam e-Visa online is a simple and convenient process that can be done from the comfort of your own home. To apply for a Vietnam e-Visa, you will need to follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website for the Vietnam e-Visa application https://evisa.gov.vn/

2. Fill out the Vietnam E visa application form with your personal information, including your passport details and travel plans.

3. Upload a recent passport-sized photo.

4. Pay the visa fee online using a credit or debit card.

5. Wait for Vietnam E-visa to be sent to your email within 3-7 business days.

For the Vietnam e-visa, you just need to pay the fee once.

In case you do not want to submit the Vietnam e-visa application form by yourself, there are so many visa agencies who provide you with Vietnam e-visa service. Getting your Vietnam visa done through agencies would give you peace of mind. You pay an extra fee for the agency, and in return, all your doubts will be cleared by experienced visa consultants and there is no need to worry about any mistakes.

How to apply Vietnam E-visa for Kenyan citizens?

You can either submit your Vietnam e-visa by yourself or get it done through another Vietnam visa agency.

1. Apply for a Vietnam e-visa on the Vietnam Immigration Portal website (Nonrefundable option).

Step 1: Complete the Vietnam E-Visa Application Form
Go to the official Vietnam Immigration Department website at https://evisa.gov.vn/ to fill out the e-visa application. Provide necessary details such as your full name, nationality, date of birth, intended entry and exit dates, and arrival point. You will also need to upload a scanned copy of your passport’s bio page and a passport-sized photo. After submitting the form, you will receive a verification code, which allows you to track the status of your application.

Step 2: Pay the Vietnam E-Visa Fee
The visa fee is $25 for a single-entry visa and $50 for a multiple-entry visa. Make sure you have a valid international payment card to complete the transaction on the Vietnam Immigration Portal.

Step 3: Download Your Vietnam E-Visa
Processing takes approximately 3-7 working days. Once approved, you can use your verification code, email, and date of birth to download your e-visa. You will also receive an email notification from Vietnam Immigration with a link to access the document.

Step 4: Enter Vietnam with Your E-Visa
When traveling to Vietnam, bring a printed copy of your e-visa along with your valid passport. Upon arrival, present these documents at the Vietnam Immigration counter to receive an entry stamp in your passport.

2. Get Vietnam e-visa with our visa agency Vietnamvisavoa

If you want a free-hassle procedure and save time from filling up an application online, you can authorize this work to Vietnamvisavoa, we will take care of your visa application from the beginning to the final steps of visa.
Start your Vietnam e-visa application at: https://booking.vietnamvisavoa.com/apply/e-visa

How much does Vietnam e-visa for Kenyan citizens cost?

The cost of a Vietnam e-visa depends on the application method you choose. When applying directly through the official e-visa website, the Vietnamese government charges $25 for a single-entry visa and $50 for a multiple-entry visa.
If you opt for a visa service agency, you will need to pay two types of fees: the government fee and the service fee. The service fee covers:

Assistance in accurately completing and submitting your visa application online
Review and consultation to ensure your eligibility and increase the chances of approval
Direct submission of your application to the Vietnam Immigration Department for timely processing
Accountability for any mistakes made by the agency during the application process
Support to ensure a hassle-free entry into Vietnam with the approved e-visa

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Important notice you should NOT miss out when you apply for Vietnam e-visa:

► Passport must have at least 6-month validity left. Temporary passports or travel documents are not accepted.

►It is not possible to extend a tourist Vietnam visa within Vietnam. You must leave Vietnam by the time your visa expires, apply for a new Vietnam visa, and come back. Submitting a new Vietnam e-visa while residing in Vietnam may result in your visa order being denied.

► Kids who have their own passports are required to separately submit their evisa application. Kids who are under 14 year old sharing their parent's passport are included in their parent's evisa application.

► A ready Vietnam Evisa must be shown to your airline to check in at the departure airport. Showing proof of PROCESSING Vietnam e-visa is no use.

Vietnam visa on arrival for Kenya

This is also an online way to get Vietnam visa. Kenya passport holders will work with a visa agent in Vietnam to get the visa approval letter issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department. At the Vietnam International Airport, you submit that letter along with the Vietnamese visa application form, and 01 portrait photo and pay for the stamping fee to get the Vietnam visa sticker stamped on passport.

Requirements for Vietnam Visa on Arrival

To get VOA in Vietnam, Kenyan citizens need to provide documents as the following:

1. Passport copy page (make sure the validity is at least 6 months since the travel date)
2. Travel history (Some visa pages/ Resident cards of other countries).
3. Your flight ticket reservation (booking without payment)
4. Hotel reservation (if available)
5. Travel plan in Vietnam (Where are you visiting)

However, we recommend that you should not book your flight, hotels, or tours till your Vietnam visa is approved.

How to get Vietnam Visa on Arrival for Kenyan Citizens?

Before traveling to Vietnam:

Kenyan citizens need to follow these steps to apply for Vietnam visa on arrival through Vietnamvisavoa.com within a few minutes:

- Send a request to Vietnamvisavoa.com.
- Make payment for the visa service fee with your credit/debit card
- Receive a visa approval letter after 7-10 working days through email
- Print out the visa letter and N1_visa application form, 01 passport-size photo, 25USD in cash. Then, take them along with you when traveling to Vietnam

On arrival:
You have to go to the Visa On Arrival Section (Landing visa counter) after getting off your plane and wait in a queue to submit the list of documents as below:

- Original passport
- A printout of the visa approval letter
- Completed printout of Vietnamese visa application form
- 01 passport sized photo
- Stamping fee: $25 US or equivalent for a single entry visa. (Cash only)

Once receiving your passport back, just double-check all of your details on your visa page before moving to the passport control line. Any mistake found out after leaving the airport has no chance of being revised or amended.

Next, head to the Immigration counter for an entry stamp.

After you finish your trip, you must share with us as your sponsor company your visa sticker, entry, and exit stamps to update with Vietnam Immigration.

Vietnam Visa on arrival fees

Vietnam Visa on Arrival Fees constitutes mainly the Vietnam visa approval letter and Stamping fee.

Vietnam Visa Approval Letter Fee: This fee is required to be paid while applying for visa during the application form fill-up. It is charged by a visa agency in order to acquire an approval letter for entering Vietnam.

Vietnam Visa Stamping Fee: The fee must be hand-in along with the required documents at the Landing visa counter to obtain the Visa sticker upon arrival at Vietnam airport.

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Note: It is possible to get the express Vietnam visa letter for Kenyan citizens. If you want to get Vietnam visa on arrival urgently, please contact us at WhatsApp +84969255515 to get support.

Vietnam visa at the Vietnam Embassy in Kenya

In addition to obtaining a Vietnam visa on arrival, you can also apply for a Vietnam visa through a Vietnam Embassy or Consulate. This process requires you to visit the nearest Vietnam Embassy in person and submit your visa application. Once you receive your passport with the visa, it is important to review the details to ensure accuracy carefully. If you notice any errors, contact the responsible officer immediately for assistance.

Unfortunately, there is currently no Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in Kenya. As a result, the most convenient and cost-effective way to obtain a Vietnam visa is by submitting your application online at http://vietnamvisavoa.com. This method not only saves time but also reduces expenses.

We hope this information is helpful and makes it easier for you to apply for a Vietnam visa, whether for tourism or business purposes. If you need further assistance, please feel free to contact us at:
Website:Vietnamvisavoa.com
Hotline: +84969255515 (Wechat/Viber/Whatsapp)
Email: support@vietnamvisavoa.com