2026 Guide | Vietnam New Year Holiday Urgent Visa: Emergency Landing Visa Services Explained
Planning to catch the first sunrise of 2026 in Vietnam? Many travelers overlook a critical detail: Vietnamese public holidays are “stagnation periods” for E-visas. During New Year or Lunar New Year, the Vietnam Immigration Department suspends standard operations. This leads to massive application backlogs, resulting in delayed trips or, worse, forfeited airfare. This guide outlines the 2026 holiday schedule and provides the ultimate “Emergency Landing Visa” solution for last-minute travelers.
The 2026 New Year “Holiday Trap”
In 2026, New Year’s Day (January 1st) falls on a Thursday. If the Vietnamese government announces a bridge holiday on Friday (January 2nd), it will create a 4-day long weekend.
Warning: If you apply for a standard E-visa after December 28, 2025, there is a high probability you will not receive it before the New Year holiday begins.
The Emergency Solution: Landing Visa Approval Letter
If your E-visa is stuck or you need to fly within hours, the “Emergency Landing Visa Approval Letter” is your only viable option. This is a special permit issued by the Immigration Department via an authorized agency.
1. When to Use This Service
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Your flight departs in less than 48 hours.
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Your E-visa status has been stuck at “In Processing” for days.
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You need to enter Vietnam urgently during the New Year public holiday.
2. Required Documents
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Passport Scan: Must be valid for at least 3 months (6 months recommended).
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Portrait Photos: 2 physical copies (4x6cm, white background) to be used at the airport.
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Form NA1: Entry/Exit form (templates are usually provided by the agency for pre-filling).
3. Step-by-Step Urgent Process
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Online Application: Apply via Vietnam Visa Online. For extreme emergencies, contact support directly:
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Email: info@vietnam-visa.hk
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WeChat: vietnam-visa
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LINE: Click to Join
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Submit & Pay: Provide your passport copy, arrival airport, and complete the payment.
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Receive PDF: The approval letter is typically sent via email within a few hours.
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Board & Land: Present the printed letter to board your flight. Upon arrival at major airports (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc), proceed to the “Landing Visa” counter to get your visa stamp.
2026 Urgent Visa Fee Schedule
Please note that holiday processing involves overtime immigration officers, which incurs higher costs:
| Service Item | Estimated Cost | Notes |
| Emergency Approval Letter | ~$165 USD | Same-day processing |
| Airport Stamping Fee | $25 USD | Paid in cash at the airport |
| VIP Fast Track (Optional) | $45 USD | Highly recommended for holiday crowds |
Why choose VIP Fast Track? During the New Year period, landing visa lines can be extremely long. VIP service provides a dedicated staff member to meet you and fast-track you through customs in minutes.
