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Vietnam Visa in Edinburgh
There is currently no Vietnamese embassy or consulate in Edinburgh. If you are located in Edinburgh and require visa services or consular support, please refer to the nearest representative offices listed below or consider applying for a Vietnam e-visa online.
Closest embassy of Vietnam to Edinburgh
| Location: | Vietnam Embassy in London, United Kingdom ( Close now - Open in 1 hours 43 minutes ) |
| Phone number: | +44-2079371912/2075652214/+44-2079375628 |
| Distance: | 533km (331mi) |
| Travel time: | 2 hours 26 minutes (estimated) |
| Weather now in Edinburgh: | Broken Clouds, 29 (84°F) |
| Time now in Edinburgh: | Wednesday June 25, 2025 07:17 AM |
How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Edinburgh
UK (British) passports and foreign nationals in Edinburgh can obtain a visa through one of the following three methods:
E-Visa (Recommended)
Apply online at: https://evisa.gov.vn
- Valid for tourism, business, short visits
- Single or multiple entry (up to 90 days)
- Entry by air, land, or sea
- Processing time: 3–5 working days
- Official fee: USD 25–50 (~ GBP 20-40)
Visa at the Embassy near Edinburgh
Required for:
- Work visa (LD/DN)
- Student visa (DH)
- Investor, long-term, or official visa
Steps:
- Visit the embassy website at http://www.vietnamembassy-england.org/en/
- Prepare passport, photos, visa form, invitation letter (if required)
- Submit in person at the embassy
- Pay visa fee (varies by type)
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Visa on Arrival (Air travelers only)
- Requires pre-approval letter from a visa agency
- Get visa stamped at Vietnamese airport
- Not valid for land or sea entry
- Requires cash payment of stamping fee upon arrival (USD 25–50 ~ GBP 20-40)
Visa option comparison
| Method | Entry Type | Validity | Processing Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Visa | Air/Land/Sea | Up to 90 days | 3–5 working days | Tourists, business travelers |
| Embassy Visa | All types | Flexible | 5–7 days | Work, student, long-term |
| Visa on Arrival | Air only | Flexible | 1–3 days + arrival wait | Emergency travel or agency assistance |
Nearby embassies and consulates
- Glasgow, Scotland (67km / 42mi)
- Newcastle upon Tyne (147km / 92mi)
- Aberdeen, Scotland (149km / 93mi)
- Bradford (257km / 160mi)
- Leeds (261km / 162mi)
- Liverpool (282km / 175mi)
- Manchester (283km / 176mi)
- Sheffield (306km / 190mi)
- Nottingham (358km / 222mi)
- Birmingham (394km / 245mi)
- Southampton (574km / 357mi)
- Portsmouth (590km / 366mi)
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