2026 Vietnam Emergency Visa Guide for Hong Kong Citizens: Weekend & Holiday Solutions

Are you planning a last-minute trip to Vietnam but realized it’s a weekend or a public holiday? For travelers who demand efficiency, the standard Vietnam E-visa system can often become a “waiting trap.” Here is everything you need to know about securing your entry when the Vietnamese Immigration Department is officially closed.

🆘 Why are Weekends and Holidays “No-Go Zones” for Visas?

Many travelers fall into the E-visa Automation Trap, assuming the system processes 24/7.

• Manual Review Required: While the official portal accepts applications 24/7, the review staff do not work on weekends or holidays. An application submitted Friday afternoon may not be processed until the following Tuesday or Wednesday.
• Total Shutdowns: During major holidays (like Tet), the Immigration Department stops all standard operations. Without an emergency plan, your flights and hotels are at risk.
• Zero Tolerance at HKIA: Ground staff at the Airport are extremely strict. A single typo in your name or passport number on your visa will result in a denied boarding.

📅 2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Calendar

Holiday	2026 Dates	Duration	Visa & Travel Impact
New Year	Jan 1 – Jan 4	4 Days	Jan 2 is a bridge holiday; Jan 10 (Sat) is a working day.
Lunar New Year (Tet)	Feb 14 – Feb 22	9 Days	Longest holiday. Standard E-visas will be stuck.
Hung Kings Festival	Apr 25 – Apr 27	3 Days	Observance on Apr 27 (Mon).
Reunification/Labor Day	Apr 30 – May 3	4 Days	Domestic travel peak; high hotel/flight costs.
National Day	Aug 29 – Sep 2	5 Days	Extended weekend and bridge holidays.

💡 Pro Tip: If you plan to travel on Feb 14 (start of Tet), you must submit your application by Feb 9 (Monday) to ensure approval before the shutdown.

🚀 Recommended Emergency Solutions for Weekends & Holidays

Option A: 24-Hour Express “Visa Approval Letter” (Top Recommendation)

If you haven’t applied yet or are flying within 48 hours, the Visa on Arrival (VOA) Approval Letter is the only legal shortcut during holidays.

• Features: No need to mail your passport; 100% online.

• Speed: Submit by 14:30; receive by 18:30 the same day (Vietnam Time).

• Cost: $165 USD (Peace of mind for your family trip).

• The 3-Step Process:

  1. Snap a Photo: Take a clear photo of your passport’s bio page.

  2. Apply Online: Visit Vietnam-Visa.hk/apply (Select “Visa on Arrival”).

  3. Fly & Collect: Print the PDF letter. Upon arrival, go to the “Landing Visa” counter, present the letter + 2 photos + $25 USD stamping fee to get your visa.

Option B: E-visa “Force Push” (Accelerated Processing)

Use this if you have already applied for an E-visa but the status is stuck at “Processing” or “Pending.”

• Eligibility: You must have an existing Registration Code.
• Guarantee: Apply by 15:30; we will “push” the approval through by 18:30 the same evening.
• Cost: $210 USD.
• Link: boost E-visa service

Option C: Urgent New E-visa Application

For those who discovered an error on their original visa or haven’t applied and prefer a full E-visa over a landing letter.

• Single Entry: $230 USD
• Multiple Entry: $290 USD
• Timeline: Submit by 15:30 for 18:30 same-day delivery.
• Requirements: Passport photo, digital portrait (white background), and entry/exit details.

Why Choose Us?

We specialize in 2026 Weekend & Holiday Emergency Services for all major airports including Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), Hanoi (HAN), Da Nang (DAD), Phu Quoc (PQC), and Nha Trang (CXR).

Situation	Recommended Plan	Processing Time
No visa / Typo on visa	Urgent Approval Letter	4–8 Hours
Application stuck in “Pending”	E-visa Acceleration	Same-day delivery
Need Multiple Entry ASAP	Urgent New E-visa	Same-day delivery

📞 24/7 Support: We’ve Got You Covered

• LINE/WeChat: vietnam-visa
• Email: info@vietnam-visa.hk
• Website: www.vietnam-visa.hk