Canadian passport holders are required a valid visa to entry Vietnam. You can either apply for a Vietnam visa through an embassy in Ottawa or apply for a visa on arrival. In case you do not have time to visit the embassy or just wish to avoid procedural delays, visa on arrival is a good choice.

Visa on arrival - Visa at embassy comparison chart

1. Getting Vietnam visa through an embassy.

Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
in Canada
470 Wilbrod Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6M8
Tel: (613) 236 0772
Fax: (613) 236 2704
Email: vietem@istar.ca

Office hours:

Monday to Friday
9.30 a.m - 12.00 p.m
13.30 p.m - 16.00 p.m

It will take at least 5 days for normal processing and 2 days for urgent processing, and the cost will be around $133 for a multiple entry visa and $79 for a single entry.

2. Getting a visa on arrival

You can also apply for a visa on arrival, just fill in the online application form and wait a few days to get your approval letter that allow you to board the plane and get stamp at Vietnam airport. This type of will save you both time and money.