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Vietnam Embassy in Santiago
The Embassy of Vietnam in Santiago offers official consular services for Chilean citizens and foreign residents in Chile, including visa processing, passport renewals, document authentication, and support for Vietnamese citizens residing or traveling in the country.
Embassy contact information
Address: | Eliodoro Yáñez 2897, Providencia, Santiago De Chile |
Phone: | (56 2) 2316 1568 |
Fax: | N/A |
Email: | sqvnchile@mofa.gov.vn |
Website: | vnembassy-santiago.mofa.gov.vn |
Office hours
Date | Operating hours | Notes |
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Today (Friday, July 04, 2025) | 09:30 - 12:30 - 14:30 - 18:00 | Open in 7 hours, 46 minutes |
Saturday (July 05, 2025) | Closed | |
Sunday (July 06, 2025) | Closed | |
Monday (July 07, 2025) | 09:30 - 12:30 - 14:30 - 18:00 | No public holiday |
Tuesday (July 08, 2025) | 09:30 - 12:30 - 14:30 - 18:00 | No public holiday |
Wednesday (July 09, 2025) | 09:30 - 12:30 - 14:30 - 18:00 | No public holiday |
Thursday (July 10, 2025) | 09:30 - 12:30 - 14:30 - 18:00 | No public holiday |
Location map
Located at Eliodoro Yáñez 2897, Providencia, Santiago De Chile. Use the map below for directions and nearby landmarks.
Nearest airport: Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (18.95 km)
How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Santiago
Foreign nationals in Santiago 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 (~ CLP 20,111-40,223)
Suitable for most travelers including Chilean passport holders.
Visa at the Embassy in Santiago
Required for:
- Work visa (LD/DN)
- Student visa (DH)
- Investor, long-term, or official visa
Steps:
- Contact consular section via vnembassy-santiago.mofa.gov.vn
- 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 ~ CLP 20,111-40,223)
Visa option comparison
Method | Entry Type | Validity | Processing Time | Best For |
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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 |
Other consular services
The embassy also provides the following services:
- Vietnamese passport issuance/renewal
- 5-year visa exemption certificate (for overseas Vietnamese living in Santiago)
- Legalization and authentication of documents
- Notarization services
Upcoming office closures
Please be advised that the Embassy of Vietnam in Santiago may observe closures on the following holidays. It is recommended to contact the embassy in advance to confirm their hours of operation.
Holiday | Date |
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel | July 16, 2025 |
Assumption of Mary | Aug. 15, 2025 |
Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
National Day | Sept. 18, 2025 |
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