Vietnam — Transit (en route)

For Georgian citizens, Vietnam — Transit (En-route) visa has special nuances. A transit visa is usually intended for travelers who are traveling through Vietnam to another country and do not leave the international transit zone of the airport. In this case, if your stopover is short (usually less than 24 hours), you have a confirmed onward flight ticket, and you do not intend to go through immigration control, you may not need a visa. However, these rules strictly depend on the airline's policy and the specific airport in Vietnam.

If your transit involves leaving the international zone of the airport, even for a few hours to explore the city, or your stopover is longer than 24 hours, Georgian citizens need a Vietnam visa. There is no separate transit visa category for this purpose. Instead, you should apply for a standard Vietnam — e-Visa (Single entry) or Vietnam — e-Visa (Multiple entry) , depending on the length and purpose of your trip. The e-Visa is usually valid for 30 days and allows you to leave the airport and travel within Vietnam.

Unlike transit visas, for example, in Singapore , where citizens of certain nationalities may be able to transit visa-free for up to 96 hours to explore the city, Vietnam's policy is stricter for Georgian citizens. Unless you are one of the few countries that have a visa-free regime with Vietnam, any type of exit from the airport transit zone requires a pre-obtained visa. This distinction is important when planning.

To obtain this visa (if you choose an e-Visa for transit), you must complete an application online on the Vietnam Immigration Department website. The process involves submitting personal information, a copy of your passport, and a photo. The processing time for your application can be up to 3 business days, but it is recommended to apply in advance, especially during peak seasons. Similar to the Canadian or Australian visa process, where application details and document accuracy are crucial, it is important to enter all information accurately when applying for a Vietnam e-Visa to avoid rejection.

Common reasons for denial may include submitting incomplete or inaccurate documentation, insufficient passport validity (at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam), or previous immigration violations. GetVisa.ge offers full support in completing the Vietnam e-Visa application, preparing the documentation, and reviewing the application to minimize errors and increase the chances of a positive decision. If your purpose is business, you should consider the Vietnam — e-Visa (for business purposes) .