Business Visa document checklist for Vietnam — 2026
The Vietnam Business Visa document checklist covers 12 items: identity documents, financial proof, travel bookings, employment or study evidence, insurance, and a cover letter. Missing any single item is the single largest cause of Vietnam visa rejections.
3dStandard
2dPriority
98%Approval
VND 25Gov fee
Key points at a glance
- Passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay with 2 blank pages.
- Biometric Photograph — 35×45 mm, white background, taken within last 3 months, matching passport.
- Application Form — Fully completed, signed, and printed application form specific to the destination and visa type.
- Bank Statements — Last 3–6 months, stamped by the bank, showing sufficient balance and regular activity.
- Income Tax Returns — Last 2 assessment years, filed with the Income Tax Department of India.
- Employment Proof — NOC and leave-sanction letter from employer, salary slips for last 3 months.
- Business Registration — Certificate of incorporation, GST registration, and last 2 years' business ITR.
- Flight Itinerary — Confirmed round-trip reservation matching the requested visa dates.
- Accommodation Proof — Confirmed hotel bookings for the entire stay or notarised invitation from a host.
- Travel Insurance — Covering the entire duration; Schengen requires minimum €30,000 medical cover.
- Cover Letter — Purpose of visit, day-wise itinerary, ties to India, funding source.
- Invitation Letter — From host or business partner, with their ID proof and address proof.
How Altys files this business visa for Vietnam
- Free profile assessment on WhatsApp (10 minutes)
- Personalised document checklist against Vietnam embassy patterns
- Application drafting, cover letter, and pre-submission audit
- eVisa submission and tracking
- Post-approval briefing (entry rules, insurance, forex)
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a Business Visa to Vietnam take from India?
Standard processing is about 3 working days after biometrics. Priority routes can bring this down to 2 days for eligible profiles.
What is the Business Visa fee for Vietnam?
The government fee is roughly VND 25. Total end-to-end cost with VFS, insurance, and Altys concierge filing starts at approximately ₹6,675.
Do I need to appear in person for a Business Visa to Vietnam?
No. Vietnam issues this visa fully online — no biometrics or embassy visit required.
What is the Business Visa approval rate for Vietnam?
Altys observes an approval rate of 98% across Business Visa filings for Vietnam in the last 12 months.
How long can I stay in Vietnam on a Business Visa?
A Business Visa for Vietnam generally permits stays of up to 90 days per entry, with visa validity of 12 months from date of issue.
Can Altys handle rejected Vietnam Business Visa reapplications?
Yes. Altys rebuilds the file against embassy refusal patterns, prepares a fresh cover narrative, and coaches interviews where required. Contact us on WhatsApp +919870283848.
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About this data
Sources: Vietnam embassy notifications, VFS Global service standards, and internal Altys filings from the last 12 months. Reviewed by Altys Editorial Desk. Last updated 2026-07-11.