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Which city, Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, has a faster approval process for DTV (workation) applications in Vietnam?

DTV Visa Vietnam Workation Visa Approval Times Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City Expat Visa Information

Jul 19, 2025

9 months ago

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Wanna get DTV (workation). Where is Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) approved faster? How many days on average? Please let me know something.

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The approval process for the DTV (workation) visa appears to be faster in Hanoi, with an average approval time of within 10 business days according to some community feedback.

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Some say Hanoi is faster, i think the average is within 10 business days.

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