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What are the processing times and experiences for NON-B and NON-O visas in HCMC?

Nov 4, 2025
2 days ago
Amanda ******
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hello everyone. would like to know your experiences in HCMC about non B and non O. I‘m sure this topic has been discussed multiple times, but waiting here become more and more anxious as we are not home and we do not know when we can go back home. So like to have some good faith or average timeline from your past experiences .

My husband submitted application for non B on 28th Oct, asked and gave additional documents on 29th Oct, became pending approval since 31st Oct, still waiting.

I can only apply my non O when he has his visa approved.

On embassy website, it says 5 working days . from what i read, it's barely ever 5 working days, what is your processing time? how did you pass by these anxious waiting time😂
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The user is seeking information about the processing times for Non-B and Non-O visas in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), expressing anxiety about the wait. Their husband applied for a Non-B visa on October 28, provided additional documents on October 29, and the application has been pending since October 31. The user notes the embassy states 5 working days for processing but doubts this due to anecdotal evidence. They ask the community to share their experiences and coping strategies during the waiting period.
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Nongnuch ********
Amanda Dada . . just be patient . . ."processing" is a good sign. Remember the high season is nearing and the Consulate HCMC might be a little busier than usual
Jim *******
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