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How long does it typically take to receive a visa in HCMC, Vietnam?

Visa Processing Times HCMC Visa Application Soft Power Visa Document Requests Visa Holidays Expat Experiences in Vietnam

May 13, 2025

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Ramzes *******************

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HCMC Vietnam how long You waiting? I sent on 6th of may and still waiting:(

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The post discusses experiences related to visa processing times in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam. The original poster applied on May 6 and expresses frustration about the wait, which has exceeded six weeks. Comments reveal varied experiences, with some individuals reporting processing times of around 16 days, including holidays, while others are still awaiting approval or have received document requests. The conversation highlights the influence of holidays on processing times and encourages updates from users as they navigate the application process.

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Nickolay *********

Planning to apply in HCMC too, please post an update when you get any. Wishing you best of luck

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Bunny *****

Applied 9 may still waiting

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Bob **********

About 14 days

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Anonymous ******************

They seem to be back at work today, just had documents request from them, for documents already provided....

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Ramzes *******************

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Anonimowy uczestnik 693 what documents?

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I recently applied and received my soft power visa in HCMC. There were a couple of holidays during my processing time, but total days was 16, including weekends.

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Ramzes *******************

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Anonimowy uczestnik 854 any requasts?

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@Ramzes ******************

I did not have any additional information or documents requested. I applied, it went “Pending approval” within a few hours and remained with that status until approval.

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6 weeks is long time

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Ramzes *******************

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Anonimowy uczestnik 473 from 6th may 😀

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@Ramzes ******************

so mid June would be a long time

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John *******

That isn’t that long, especially since yesterday was a holiday

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