Vietnam Visa for Costa Rican Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Costa Rican passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
- Can Costa Rican citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Costa Rican citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Costa Rican citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Costa Rican citizens require a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90 day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents are required:
- Costa Rican passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date.
- Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.
| Type of visa | Requirements | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Visa required | N/A |
| E-visa | Eligible | 90 days |
Highlights
- All Costa Rican citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam.
- Costa Rican citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa on arrival, or a visa sticker through a local Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
- Processing time varies from 3-7 working days, visa fee starts from 25 USD(~13,525 CRC), with fast-track service available.
Do Costa Rican passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes.
Costa Rican passport holders need a visa to visit Vietnam. This applies to all purposes of entry, including:
- Tourism
- Business
- Visiting relatives
- Investment
- Journalism
Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
Can Costa Rican citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Costa Rican visitors to obtain a visa for Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry)
How to apply
Apply online via the official government portal: evisa.gov.vn
Or apply through a visa agency.
If you apply for an e-visa with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 43,280 CRC |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 62,215 CRC | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 66,544 CRC | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 80,069 CRC | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 43,280 CRC |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 62,215 CRC | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 66,544 CRC | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 80,069 CRC | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 29,755 CRC |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 48,690 CRC | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 53,018 CRC | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 66,544 CRC | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 29,755 CRC |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 48,690 CRC | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 53,018 CRC | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 66,544 CRC |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Costa Rican citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
Yes.
But please note that you need a pre-approved visa letter before boarding the plane to Vietnam. Upon arrival at Vietnamese airport you need to present this letter along with your passport to get the visa stamp and enter Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 30 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–5 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry) plus the visa approval letter fee.
How to apply
Apply online through a visa agency.
If you apply for a visa-on-arrival with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 13,525 CRC |
| 03 Working Days | 29,755 CRC | |
| 02 Working Days | 35,165 CRC | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 18,935 CRC |
| 03 Working Days | 29,755 CRC | |
| 02 Working Days | 40,575 CRC | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 18,935 CRC |
| 03 Working Days | 35,165 CRC | |
| 02 Working Days | 40,575 CRC | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 24,345 CRC |
| 03 Working Days | 40,575 CRC | |
| 02 Working Days | 45,985 CRC | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us |
* The fee does NOT include the visa stamp fee at the Vietnam airport.
Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
It depends on your personal preference.
Below we list the pros and cons of Vietnam e-visa and Vietnam visa on arrival which you can decide which one works best for you as Costa Rican citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rican citizens can apply | Yes | Yes |
| Airport/ Seaport/ Landport | All airports/ Seaports/ Landports | Only airport |
| Max stay | 90 days | 30 days |
| Wait time at airport | None | 30 minutes on average |
| Processing time | 3-5 working days | 2-4 working days |
| Fast track service available | Yes | Yes |
| Fastest processing time (fast-track service) | 4-8 hours | 2 hours |
| Document received | E-visa (pdf) to your email |
- Visa approval letter (pdf) to your emai
- Visa stamp at Vietnam airport |
| Fee | $25-$50 | Varies |
| How easy to obtain (out of 5 with 5 being the easier) | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Pros | No need to wait at Vietnam airport | No need to submit photo thus reduce risk of delay |
| Cons | Can meet with delay if you do not submit quality passport photos and photos scan | 30 minutes wait time at Vietnam airport to get visa stamp |
| Common issues |
Wrong details on application (name spelling/ name order/ date of birth/ passport
expiration date)
Photos do not meet requirement (photo format, background light) |
Forget to obtain the visa approval letter prior to boarding plane |
Can Costa Rican citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
Yes.
You can apply in person or by mail for a visa to enter Vietnam at the closest
Vietnamese Embassy or consulate. Since each of them can require a slightly different
set of documents it is best to contact them directly and fulfill the requirement.
Below is the listings of Vietnamese embassies and consulates in Costa Rica:
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Costa Rican public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Annexation of Guanacaste | July 25, 2025 |
| Mother's Day | Aug. 15, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 15, 2025 |
Summary
- Costa Rican visitors need a valid passport and visa to enter Vietnam.
- Current available method of application: e-visa/ visa-on-arrival/ visa at the embassy.
- Allow at least 2 weeks in advance of your trip to apply for your visa. However if you are late you can always get a fast track service to get the visa on time for your travel.
- Take into account Vietnam public holiday which will affect your visa processing time.
- Each method of visa application requires a different set of information, make sure to read instructions carefully and provide the necessary information and documents.
Visa samples and downloads
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Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Costa Rica?
Yes.
2. Are individuals with Costa Rican nationality eligible to apply for a Vietnam e-visa?
Unfortunately, Costa Rican citizens are not eligible for the e-visa program. Alternative options are:
- Apply for a visa at the embassy of Vietnam in Costa Rica
- Apply for a visa on arrival
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