Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for an Vietnam Visa for Irish Citizens

  1. Overseas Processing

    There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our CIBTvisas office in England. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

  2. Entry and Exit Dates

    Visas are issued with specific start and expiry dates which are based on the dates stated on the visa application form. Travel must be completed within those dates.

  3. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least one blank visa page
    • Be valid for one month beyond expiry date of visa

  4. Photograph

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://cibtvisas.ie/photo-service to upload your photo.


    Alternatively, you may provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photograph should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

  5. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be addressed to the applicant
    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Include the name of the applicant
    • Include the applicant's source of financial support during their stay 
    • State in detail the purpose of journey
    • Be dated
    • Bear the stamp of the inviting company
    • Bear the signature and full printed name of the inviting party

  6. Proof of Approval

    This must be provided as an approval letter issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam

  7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    This must be provided as a copy of the paid flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  8. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form. This form must be completed online at:

  9. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Provide the CIBTvisas Order Confirmation included in this kit.

  10. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Applicants requiring a multiple entry visa with a validity of longer than one month must ensure the entry and exit dates on the visa form are more than one month apart.

    Applicants requiring a multiple entry visa with a validity of longer than three month must obtain approval from the immigration authorities in Vietnam

Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Vietnam Visa for Irish Citizens

  1. Overseas Processing

    There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our CIBTvisas office in England. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

  2. Entry and Exit Dates

    Visas are issued with specific start and expiry dates which are based on the dates stated on the visa application form. Travel must be completed within those dates.

  3. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least one blank visa page
    • Be valid for one month beyond expiry date of visa

  4. Photograph

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://cibtvisas.ie/photo-service to upload your photo.


    Alternatively, you may provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photograph should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

  5. Proof of Approval

    This must be provided as an approval letter issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam

  6. Proof of Insurance

    Applicants must provide proof of travel insurance stating the coverage for COVID-19

  7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:

    • A copy of the hotel confirmation showing applicant's name
    • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  8. Visa Application Form

  9. Photocopy of Application Materials

    A clear colour copy of all documents supplied including the information page(s) from the applicant's passport

  10. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Provide the CIBTvisas Order Confirmation included in this kit.

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