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How do Cameroon passport holders get a Vietnam visa?
What are the different ways to get a Vietnam visa on a Cameroon passport?
Every Cameroon citizen with a regular passport must apply for a Vietnam visa and get it ready by the time they take the flight to Vietnam. There are 3 different options for Cameroonians to get a visa to Vietnam, namely:
1. Vietnam E-visa
2. Vietnam visa on arrival
3. Vietnam visa at Embassy/ Consulate.
Let’s discuss each option in detail so you can choose the most suitable one for your upcoming trip to Vietnam and know how to get a Vietnam visa in Cameroon.
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 a Vietnam e-Visa online is a simple and convenient process that can be done from the comfort of your home. To apply for a Vietnam e-Visa, citizens of Cameroon 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 the 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, many visa agencies provide you with the 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, experienced visa consultants will clear all your doubts, and there is no need to worry about any mistakes.

You can either submit your Vietnam e-visa by yourself or get it done through another Vietnam visa agency.
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.
If you want a hassle-free 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 the visa.
Start your Vietnam e-visa application at: https://booking.vietnamvisavoa.com/apply/e-visa
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
Important notice you should NOT miss out when you apply for a Vietnam e-visa:
► Passport must have at least 6 months ' validity left. Temporary passports or travel documents are not accepted.
►It is not possible to extend a tourist 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 years old sharing their parents' passports are included in their parents' evisa application.
► A ready Vietnam Evisa must be shown to your airline to check in at the departure airport. Showing proof of PROCESSING a Vietnam e-visa is no use.
► The Vietnam eVisa process for certain nationalities can be amended multiple times and may not yield immediate results. We highly recommend that you only book your flight or tour after your visa has been officially approved.
Please note that Vietnam’s eVisa procedures and regulations are subject to change over time, so we advise you to stay in touch with us for the most updated information.
This is also an online way to get a Vietnam visa. Cameroonian 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 your passport.

To get a VOA in Vietnam, Cameroon citizens need to provide documents as the following documents:
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?)
It is highly recommended that you not book your flight, hotels, or tours till your Vietnam visa is approved.
Before traveling to Vietnam:
Cameroonian citizens need to follow these steps to apply for a 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, and 25 USD in cash. Then, take them along with you when traveling to Vietnam
For detailed instructions on how to fill out the N1 visa application form, please read here: https://vietnamvisavoa.com/how-to-fill-in-vietnamese-visa-application-form-n1-a375
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 the Vietnamese visa application form
- 01 passport-sized photo
- Stamping fee: $25 US or equivalent for a single-entry visa. (Cash only)
Once you receive 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 consist mainly of the Vietnam visa approval letter and the Stamping fee.
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Unfortunately, at this time, there is no Vietnamese Embassy assigned in Cameroon. If you wish to apply for a Vietnam visa at the Embassy, please contact the nearest Vietnamese embassy or consulate. Upon contacting the embassy, please confirm the required documents, processing time, and visa fee. Take advantage of our Directory of Vietnam Embassies and Consulates to find the nearest one.
We hope this information is helpful and makes it easier for you to choose the simplest way to get a Vietnam visa in Cameroon, whether for tourism or business purposes. If you need further assistance with your Vietnam visa, please feel free to contact us at:
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