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Do funds need to be maintained for 3 months for HCMC visa applications, or can they be shown as saved?

Mar 26, 2026
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Does HCMC require the funds to be there for 3 months consecutively or can it be shown that it was saved up?
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The discussion revolves around whether HCMC requires funds to be deposited for three consecutive months or if it is acceptable to show savings that were accumulated over time. Experiences shared suggest variability in requirements, with some emphasizing the need for at least three to six months, while others note that certain agencies may accept funds held for as little as one month. Additionally, there is mention of different standards between HCMC and Hanoi, with Hanoi reportedly having a more lenient approach.
RealityC*********
Who knows man, no one works in embassy here.
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Josh ********
Mine was only there for 2.5 months.
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Marius *********
Experience from Vientiane? I will provide 6 months just in case, but.. 3 to 6 months is ^^ typical of how anything regarding paperwork in this country cant be straight forward ;p 3 one place, 6 another place, heck, im happy to pay a few extra notes to smooth the process hopefully <3
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Lee *******
Apparently Hanoi are more lenient with this requirement but you roll the dice. Issa were happy to guarantee me ALL fees back if it was in there for one month.
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@Lee ******
Thank you!
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Tammi *****
Anonymous participant hanoi only wants 3 months, but they wanna see most recent balance (same week as you apply)
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Lee *******
@Tammi ****
Issa Conpass are one of the bigger agents. If you get a rejection they will even refund your embassy fee. They were confident enough to do this with just one month maturity of the funds. If you want to be safe yes 3 months is the bench mark but if 100% month back guarantee you have nothing to lose other than the time and expense of being in Vietnam for a week or so.
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@Lee ******
don't need it, already have it
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Lee *******
@Tammi ****
was saying in general for original poster. Congrats. 👍🏾
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Kool *******
Total for at least 3-6 months.
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