Answered4 months ago
How long does it take to get from 'Pending Approval' to 'Approved' for visa applications in HCM?
Can anyone who got approved in HCM share how many days passed between their "Pending Approval" and the "Approved"? I'm getting antsy. Thank you!!
Answer summary
Users discussing their experiences with visa approval times in Ho Chi Minh City report varied wait times from submission to approval, with many indicating a range of 10 to 26 days. Some confirm approval times generally fall between 14 to 22 days, despite occasional quicker approvals. There’s a shared sense of impatience among those awaiting their visa outcomes.
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Paco *******
OPI just got the approval!!! I was already booking a hotel until Tuesday and here it is!
Nikita ********
@Paco ******
oh wow congratulations!! 🙌🏼 I applied the same day as you , but here in Australia and mines still saying pending approval.
Nina ********
@Paco ******
Same here! My boyfriend and I just got accepted! Here’s to our happy new life 🎉Paco *******
OP@Nina *******
They must be doing by batches. Congrats to both of you!
Chris *********
Oh geeze help us
Fehmi **************
It took a total of 26 days to arrive, including weekends.
Paco *******
OP@Fehmi *************
Wow... and I came here expecting about 5 days haha. Thanks for the heads up.
Santiago ******
We are in the same situation in HCM
@Paco ******
Paco *******
OP@Santiago *****
Let's be patient, I guess!Andi ***********
When did you apply ? Approvals are taking 10 -15 business days
Paco *******
OPI applied on June 15, got the request for additional documents on June 23 and yesterday I saw the status had changed to Pending Approval.
Andi ***********
@Paco ******
ok, once they receive the additional docs the approval time is reset back to 0. Hopefully you will hear soon.Jorge *********
2 weeks from submission to approval
Paco *******
OP@Jorge ********
How long ago was this, Jorge?Jorge *********
December last year bro
Paco *******
OP@Jorge ********
Fingers crossed. Thanks manJorge *********
Be patient man… you will get it
Paco *******
OP@Jorge ********
Ah maybe that's whyChap *****
14-22 days
Paco *******
OP@Chap ****
This is from "Pending Approval" to "Approved"?Chap *****
yes...This is also what I'm currently experiencing.
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