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Is it better to apply for a DTV visa in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi?

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Mar 17, 2026

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Hi, I am currently in Thailand, flying to Ho Chi Minh in May to apply for DTV is this location a good place to apply or would it be better in Hanoi? 

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The user inquires about the best location for applying for a DTV visa, comparing Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. Comments indicate that both cities have similar processing times, with a user reporting a one-week processing time in both locations.

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My wife applied in Hanoi, Took 1 week. I applied in HMC . Took 1 week.

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