Vietnam visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Vietnam

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Vietnamese Visa.


  • A valid passport.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Vietnam Visa for Ghanaians

Facts about Vietnam


Vietnam has become one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The country is known for its scenic landscape, beaches, islands, and mountains. Tourists can take a walk through various destinations and also visit the plethora of beach resorts for activities like kayaking, sunbathing and water sports. Foreigners can also learn about war history by visiting museums and the Cu Chi tunnels which were used by soldiers.
 
In 2016, 10 million tourists visited Vietnam and this influx of tourists contributed 6.6 percent to the gross domestic product. The number of tourist arrivals in the country has been on the up and the Vietnamese government has aided this by building more hotels and improving transportation in the country.
 
Drug trafficking is considered to be a serious offense in Vietnam with the punishment being a life sentence in prison or a death penalty. 

Types of Vietnam Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 - 7 days 90 days
Business visa 5 - 7 days 90 days

General Requirements for Vietnam Visa


  • A valid passport.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Vietnam Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

50.00 (USD)

Business visa

50.00 (USD)

Vietnam Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana


Location

Address

Abuja

Address: No 9 River Niger street, Off Danube street, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

Email: dsqvnnigeria@yahoo.com

Phone: (234-09)8703678; (234-09)8703679

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the currency used in Vietnam??
The official currency of Vietnam is the Vietnamese dong (VND).

Where is Vietnam located??
Vietnam is located on the southern and eastern portion of the Indochinese peninsula and belongs to Southeast Asia. Its borders are China to the north, and Laos and Cambodia to the west.

How safe is Vietnam to travel to??
Vietnam is generally safe for travelers. The police keep a pretty tight grip on social order and there are rarely reports of muggings, robberies or sexual assaults.