Lithuanian citizens need a valid visa to enter Vietnam because Lithuania is not included in Vietnam’s unilateral visa exemption list. The most convenient option is the Vietnam e-visa, issued online for up to 90 days with single entry or multiple entry validity. Applicants should prepare a valid Lithuanian passport, clear passport scan, portrait photo, correct travel dates and the right entry port such as Noi Bai airport or Tan Son Nhat airport.
For urgent or complex cases, Tan Van Lang can help review documents, prevent common mistakes and advise whether e-visa, visa on arrival or another visa route is safer.
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Do Lithuanian citizens need a visa to enter Vietnam?
Yes. Lithuanian citizens need a visa to enter Vietnam unless they hold another valid document that grants entry, such as a Vietnam visa exemption certificate for eligible overseas Vietnamese and their family members.
A Lithuanian passport alone does not allow visa-free entry to Vietnam under the current unilateral exemption policy. This applies whether the traveler enters through Noi Bai airport in Hanoi, Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang airport, a seaport or an eligible land border gate.
For most Lithuanian applicants, the available visa options are:
Visa option
Suitable for
Key point
Vietnam e-visa
Tourism, short business trips, family visits, independent travel
Online application, up to 90 days, single entry or multiple entry
A critical detail most applicants overlook is that the visa purpose should match the real reason for entry. A tourist visa is not a substitute for long-term employment, and a short business visa does not replace a work permit or temporary residence card when the assignment becomes long term.
Basic entry requirements for Lithuanian passport holders
Before applying for a Vietnam visa for Lithuanian citizens, prepare the following:
Requirement
Practical guidance
Lithuanian passport
Valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of entry
Blank visa pages
At least 2 blank pages are recommended, especially for visa on arrival or embassy visa
Portrait photo
Clear, recent, front-facing, no glasses, plain background for e-visa upload
Passport data page scan
Full page, readable MRZ line, no glare or cropped corners
Travel information
Intended arrival date, exit date, accommodation and port of entry
Payment card
Required for online e-visa government fee payment
Based on our advisory experience, the most common preventable errors are poor passport scans, wrong name order, incorrect date of birth and selecting the wrong entry or exit checkpoint. These mistakes are simple, but they may cost several working days to correct.
Vietnam e-visa requirements for Lithuania passport holders
The Vietnam e-visa is the most convenient route for most Lithuanian citizens. It is issued electronically and sent as a PDF document after approval.
The e-visa may be granted for up to 90 days. Applicants can choose single entry or multiple entry depending on their travel plan.
Item
Vietnam e-visa for Lithuanian citizens
Eligibility
Lithuanian citizens are eligible
Issuing authority
Vietnam Immigration Department
Validity
Up to 90 days
Entry type
Single entry or multiple entry
Application method
Online application
Standard government fee
25 USD for single entry; 50 USD for multiple entry
Refund policy
Government fee is generally non-refundable if refused or incorrectly submitted
Document received
Electronic visa PDF
According to the latest 2026 regulations based on Law No. 23/2023/QH15[1] and its implementation, Vietnam expanded e-visa validity to a maximum of 90 days. This change makes the e-visa more suitable for Lithuanian tourists combining Vietnam with Cambodia, Laos, Thailand or Singapore, especially when they need multiple entry.
When should a Lithuanian traveler choose a single-entry e-visa?
Choose single entry if you will enter Vietnam once and leave once within the approved period. This is common for a direct holiday from Lithuania to Vietnam or a one-way business visit.
For example, a Lithuanian visitor flying into Tan Son Nhat airport, traveling through Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Hanoi, then leaving from Noi Bai airport can use a single-entry e-visa if there is no exit from Vietnam in the middle of the trip.
When should a Lithuanian traveler choose a multiple-entry e-visa?
Choose multiple entry if you plan to leave Vietnam and return during the same visa validity period. This applies to travelers who visit Vietnam, fly to another ASEAN country, then come back to Vietnam for the return flight.
It is also useful for business travelers who need to attend meetings in Vietnam and nearby markets during one regional trip. Paying for the wrong entry type can create avoidable disruption, so check the itinerary before submitting the application.
Documents required for Vietnam e-visa
Lithuanian passport holders should prepare:
A valid Lithuanian passport with at least 6 months of validity.
A clear passport data page image.
A recent portrait photo.
Intended arrival and departure dates.
Correct entry and exit checkpoints.
Accommodation address in Vietnam.
Email address for receiving the result.
Online payment method for the e-visa fee.
Tan Van Lang often sees applications delayed because the portrait photo or passport scan fails technical checks. The safest approach is to upload a sharp, uncropped image where all passport details are readable.
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Lithuanian citizens can apply for a Vietnam e-visa through the official government portal or use a professional visa agency when they need document checking, urgent support or complex itinerary handling.
The online process is simple, but accuracy is more important than speed. Once an e-visa is issued with incorrect information, airlines and border officers may refuse it.
Step 1: Check your passport and travel plan
Before opening the application form, check the passport expiry date, full name, passport number and nationality. Your e-visa details must match the Lithuanian passport used for travel.
Then confirm the arrival airport, seaport or land border gate. If you plan to fly to Hanoi, select Noi Bai airport; if you plan to fly to Ho Chi Minh City, select Tan Son Nhat airport.
Step 2: Prepare digital files
Prepare the passport data page and portrait photo in the required format. The passport page must show the full machine-readable zone at the bottom.
Do not use a blurry photo, a selfie with shadows or a passport image with cropped edges. These small issues are among the most common reasons for a request to amend or resubmit.
Step 3: Fill in the e-visa application form
Enter personal information exactly as shown on the Lithuanian passport. Pay special attention to surname, given names, date of birth, sex, passport number and passport expiry date.
A critical detail most applicants overlook is name order. If your passport shows multiple given names, do not shorten or rearrange them unless the official form specifically instructs you to do so.
Step 4: Select visa validity and entry type
Choose the intended validity period, single entry or multiple entry, and the expected entry date. The validity period should cover the full stay in Vietnam.
Do not select a start date after your intended arrival date. If the e-visa begins after your flight lands, the airline may refuse boarding or the border officer may deny entry.
Step 5: Pay the government fee
The official government fee is 25 USD for a single-entry e-visa and 50 USD for a multiple-entry e-visa. This fee is paid online and is normally not refunded if the application is refused or submitted with incorrect information.
After payment, save the registration code. You will need it to check the application status and download the result.
Step 6: Track the application and download the e-visa
The processing time is commonly around 3 working days after valid submission and payment, but delays can happen during weekends, Vietnamese public holidays or high travel seasons. For safety, apply at least 1 to 2 weeks before departure.
Once approved, download the e-visa PDF and check every detail. Print at least one copy and save a digital copy on your phone.
Step 7: Present documents at departure and arrival
At airline check-in, present your Lithuanian passport and Vietnam e-visa. On arrival in Vietnam, present the same passport and e-visa to the immigration officer.
The e-visa does not require a stamping fee at the airport. This is one of the main differences between e-visa and visa on arrival.
Yes, Lithuanian citizens may use visa on arrival in certain cases, but it is not the same as arriving in Vietnam without preparation. You must obtain a pre-approved visa approval letter before boarding your flight.
Visa on arrival is completed at an eligible Vietnamese international airport. It is not suitable for travelers entering by land border or seaport.
Requirement
Visa on arrival guidance
Approval letter
Mandatory before departure
Entry method
International airport only
Arrival procedure
Present approval letter, passport, photos and pay stamping fee if required
Common airports
Noi Bai airport, Tan Son Nhat airport, Da Nang airport and other eligible airports
Best for
Sponsored, urgent or agency-supported cases where e-visa is not ideal
A visa-on-arrival approval letter is usually arranged through a visa agency or sponsoring organization in Vietnam. Without this approval letter, airlines may deny boarding because the visa is not completed yet.
How visa on arrival works for Lithuanian passport holders
The process normally has two stages.
First, the applicant or agency secures a visa approval letter before travel. This letter confirms that the traveler is permitted to receive the visa stamp upon arrival.
Second, the traveler presents the approval letter at the visa landing counter in Vietnam. After checking the documents and paying any required stamping fee, the visa stamp is placed in the passport.
Key risks of visa on arrival
Visa on arrival is less convenient than e-visa for most Lithuanian tourists. It involves more documents and more waiting time at the airport.
Common issues include:
Forgetting to obtain the approval letter before flying.
Assuming visa on arrival is available at land borders.
Not preparing passport photos.
Not having cash for the stamping fee when required.
Arriving during peak hours and waiting longer at the visa counter.
Based on our case-handling experience, visa on arrival should not be treated as a casual backup plan. It works only when the approval letter is issued correctly before departure.
We support foreigners with accurate consultation and compliant visa solutions for Vietnam.
Vietnam e-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival – Which one is better?
For most Lithuanian citizens, the Vietnam e-visa is better because it is issued before travel, does not require an airport stamping fee and can be used at eligible airports, seaports and landports. Visa on arrival may still be useful in some urgent or sponsored cases, but it is more document-heavy.
Criteria
Vietnam e-visa
Visa on arrival
Available for Lithuanian citizens
Yes
Yes, in eligible cases
Main document
E-visa PDF
Approval letter before travel, then visa stamp at airport
Maximum validity
Up to 90 days
Depends on approval and visa category
Entry type
Single entry or multiple entry
Single entry or multiple entry may be available depending on approval
Entry ports
Eligible airports, seaports and landports
Airports only
Airport waiting time
Usually no visa counter wait
Possible waiting time at visa landing counter
Government fee
25 USD or 50 USD
Stamping fee may apply, plus approval letter service fee
Best for
Most tourists and short business visitors
Sponsored or special airport-arrival cases
Main risk
Wrong data on application or wrong entry port
No approval letter, airport queue, stamping fee preparation
A critical detail most applicants overlook is that the e-visa must be valid for the exact entry date. If a Lithuanian traveler books a flight arriving one day earlier because of time-zone changes, the visa start date must still cover the actual arrival date in Vietnam.
When Tan Van Lang recommends e-visa
We normally recommend e-visa when the traveler has a clear itinerary, sufficient time before departure and standard tourism or business meeting purposes. It is cleaner, faster at arrival and easier to present to airlines.
E-visa is especially practical for travelers using Tan Son Nhat airport, Noi Bai airport, Da Nang airport or other listed checkpoints. It also supports multiple entry, which is valuable for regional travel.
When visa on arrival may still make sense
Visa on arrival may be considered when the traveler needs a sponsored arrangement, has a special case, or cannot complete an e-visa in time and an agency can legally arrange the approval letter. It may also be used when a business sponsor in Vietnam coordinates the entry approval.
This option should be handled carefully. The approval letter, passport details and arrival airport must be checked before the traveler goes to the airport in Lithuania or another departure country.
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Processing time and visa fees for Lithuanian applicants
Processing time depends on the visa type, application accuracy, season and whether the case is submitted during weekends or holidays. Lithuanian applicants should not wait until the last day unless they are using an urgent service with professional support.
Visa type
Common processing time
Government or official fee notes
Vietnam e-visa
Around 3 working days in standard cases; allow 3 to 7 working days for safety
25 USD for single entry; 50 USD for multiple entry [2]
Visa on arrival approval letter
Often several working days, depending on sponsor and case
Approval letter service fee plus stamping fee may apply
Embassy visa
Varies by embassy or consulate
Fee and documents depend on the diplomatic mission
Urgent or emergency support
Case-by-case
Service fee depends on timing, visa type and document condition
The government e-visa fee is separate from any professional service fee if you choose Tan Van Lang or another agency to review, submit or expedite the case. The official fee is paid for government processing; the agency fee covers document review, case handling, corrections, follow-up and urgent coordination where legally available.
Why processing can take longer than expected
E-visa processing may take longer if the application is submitted near Vietnamese public holidays, weekends or high travel periods. It may also be delayed when the uploaded passport photo is unclear or the information does not match the passport.
Vietnamese public holidays such as Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day and International Labor Day can affect processing schedules. Lithuanian travelers flying in late April or early May should submit earlier than usual.
Professional fee guidance from Tan Van Lang
Tan Van Lang does not recommend choosing a visa service only by the lowest advertised price. The real value is whether the provider checks the application correctly, identifies risks before submission and can respond quickly if the traveler has an urgent flight.
With over 20 years of experience since 2003, Tan Van Lang has handled tens of thousands of complex visa cases involving tourists, business visitors, investors, families and urgent airport support. Our team focuses on lawful, practical and document-based solutions, not vague promises.
For Lithuanian citizens, our support may include:
Checking passport validity and scanned documents.
Advising whether single entry or multiple entry is safer.
Reviewing entry requirements before submission.
Checking airport, seaport or landport selection.
Monitoring e-visa status.
Supporting urgent or emergency cases where possible.
Advising business visa, work permit or temporary residence card routes when a tourist visa is not suitable.
Important expert notes before Lithuanian citizens travel to Vietnam
Vietnam entry rules are practical, but they are document-sensitive. A valid visa is not only about approval; it must match the traveler, passport and entry plan.
Beware of scam sites and lookalike e-visa portals
Lithuanian applicants should use the official Vietnam e-visa portal or work with a verified visa consultant. Many lookalike websites use similar designs, charge inflated fees or provide unclear support.
A safe rule is to check the web address carefully before entering passport data or payment details. If you are unsure, ask a professional consultant to verify the application channel before payment.
Check entry port consistency
For e-visa, the selected entry and exit checkpoints should match the actual travel plan. If you choose Noi Bai airport but your flight arrives at Tan Son Nhat airport, you may face problems at airline check-in or upon arrival.
This is especially important for travelers who book flexible flights, multi-city tickets or last-minute route changes. Always re-check your visa after any flight change.
Temporary residence declaration after arrival
After entering Vietnam, foreign visitors must have temporary residence declared through their accommodation provider. Hotels usually handle this automatically, but private stays, apartments or family visits may require extra attention.
If a Lithuanian visitor stays with friends, relatives or in a rented apartment, the host should complete the temporary residence declaration with the local police or through the authorized online system where applicable. This step is often overlooked, but it can affect later visa extension, exit procedures or residence applications.
Tourist visa versus business visa
A tourist visa is intended for travel, sightseeing and short personal visits. It should not be used for employment or activities that require labor authorization.
A business visa is more appropriate for meetings, negotiations, market research or partner visits, depending on the case. If the Lithuanian citizen will work in Vietnam, Tan Van Lang may need to assess work permit, work permit exemption or temporary residence card options.
Visa extension inside Vietnam
Visa extension or renewal inside Vietnam is not always guaranteed. It depends on visa type, sponsor, current regulations, travel history and the reason for staying longer.
If you already know you may stay longer than 30 days, choose a visa validity that covers the full plan from the beginning. A 90-day e-visa is often safer than relying on an uncertain extension after arrival.
How much is a Vietnam visa for Lithuanian citizens?
For the official Vietnam e-visa, the government fee is 25 USD for single entry and 50 USD for multiple entry. If you use a visa agency, a separate service fee may apply for consultation, document checking, submission support or urgent handling.Visa on arrival may involve an approval letter service fee and a stamping fee at the airport. The total cost depends on visa type, processing time and whether the case is urgent.
How long does it take to get a Vietnam e-visa from Lithuania?
The standard e-visa processing time is commonly around 3 working days after valid submission and payment. In practice, Lithuanian applicants should allow 3 to 7 working days because weekends, Vietnamese holidays, system traffic or document issues can extend the timeline.For urgent travel, contact Tan Van Lang before submitting a new application. Submitting multiple incorrect applications can make the case harder to manage.
What is the maximum validity of a Vietnam tourist visa?
For Lithuanian citizens using the Vietnam e-visa, the maximum validity is up to 90 days. It can be issued as single entry or multiple entry.The approved stay must follow the dates printed on the visa. Do not assume you can stay 90 days if your issued e-visa is valid for a shorter period.
Do I need to print my Vietnam e-visa before traveling?
Yes, Tan Van Lang strongly recommends printing the e-visa before traveling. Airlines and border officers may accept a digital copy in some situations, but a printed copy reduces risk during check-in and arrival.Keep a second digital copy in your email or cloud storage. If your phone battery is low or internet access fails, the printed copy can prevent unnecessary stress.
What happens if my Vietnam visa application is rejected?
If the e-visa application is rejected, the government fee is generally not refunded. The applicant should identify the reason, correct the issue and submit a new application if eligible.Common reasons include unclear documents, incorrect passport details, photo problems or inconsistent information. Tan Van Lang can review the rejected case and advise whether a new e-visa, urgent support or a different visa route is more suitable.
Can I extend my Vietnam visa while inside the country?
Sometimes, but it depends on the visa type and the current immigration policy at the time of request. It is not something Lithuanian citizens should rely on without checking first.If your travel plan may change, apply for a suitable validity period from the beginning. For many travelers, a multiple-entry 90-day e-visa is more practical than applying for a short visa and hoping to extend later.
Conclusion
For simple tourist trips, the Vietnam e-visa is usually the best option. For urgent travel, business entry, approval letter cases or document concerns, professional handling can save time and reduce the risk of refusal.
Tan Van Lang has supported foreign travelers, companies and families since 2003. If you need a Vietnam visa for Lithuanian citizens checked, submitted or expedited, contact our consulting team before you pay the wrong portal, choose the wrong entry type or miss your flight.
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