2026 Must-Read for Hong Kongers in Japan: Vietnam Emergency E-Visa Quick Guide & Full Fee

For Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passport holders residing in Japan, time is of the essence when needing to travel to Vietnam urgently. The Vietnam Electronic Visa (E-visa) is currently the most convenient option, but in case of emergencies, how can you ensure obtaining the visa in the shortest possible time? This article provides the most optimized “urgent” application process, a list of required documents, and the latest fee structure.

🌟 Quick Overview: Urgent E-visa Application Strategy for Hong Kongers in Japan

Strategy	Description	Key Advantage
Preferred Channel	Professional Travel Agency or Processing Service (For urgent cases)	Fastest Speed: Can guarantee issuance within hours (e.g., 4 hours, 8 hours).
Official Channel	Application via the Official Vietnam E-visa Website	Suitable for non-urgent cases: Typically takes 3-5 working days; does not guarantee urgent speed.
Required Documents	Scanned copy of Passport Bio-data Page, 4x6cm white-background ID photo (digital file)	The faster documents are prepared, the faster the issuance.
Fee Structure	Official Fee + High Urgent Service Fee	Paying extra fees for time certainty.

🚀 Step 1: Choose the “Urgent” Channel – The Key to Saving Precious Time!

For Hong Kong travelers in Japan needing urgent entry to Vietnam, choosing the correct application channel is crucial.

🥇 First Choice: Professional Travel Agency or Processing Service (Recommended for Urgent Cases)

The value of these services lies in their speed and certainty. They can utilize special channels to expedite the approval process, making them your top choice for emergencies.

• Ultimate Speed: This website offers various levels of expedited service such as 4-hour, 8-hour, and 24-hour processing, capable of meeting the “flying today” emergency needs.
• Simple Process: You only need to submit electronic documents and make payment. All complex online applications, data translation, and follow-up work are handled by us.
• Fee Reminder: Please note that to obtain the fastest service, you need to pay a significantly higher urgent service fee compared to the official fee.

📝 Step 2: Essential Electronic Document Checklist for Urgent E-visa

Regardless of the channel chosen, here are the essential electronic documents that Hong Kong SAR passport holders must prepare for the Vietnam E-visa application:

• Scanned Copy of Passport Bio-data Page
  • Requirement: Color scan, ensuring all information (especially photo, signature, passport number) is super clear and readable, without glare or obstruction.
  • Format: Generally accepts JPG, JPEG.
• Personal ID Photo
  • Requirement: 4cm x 6cm (please pay close attention to the size), white background, front-facing, no hats or sunglasses.
  • Format: Must be a digital file (JPG, JPEG).

🇻🇳 Quick Application Steps Overview

1. Online Submission (Select E-Visa): https://www.vietnam-visa.hk/apply-vietnam-visa/ Apply and select your desired visa receipt time.
   • In very urgent cases, please contact us directly: info@vietnam-visa.hk ; LINE/WeChat: vietnam-visa
2. Pay Fees: Confirm the total fee (Official Fee + High Urgent Service Fee) and complete the payment immediately.
3. Receive Approval Letter: Within the promised urgent processing time, you will receive the E-visa Approval Letter (in PDF format).

💰 Step 3: 2026 Urgent E-visa Fee & Processing Time Comparison Table (USD Reference)

The following fee ranges cover the official fee and the urgent service fee charged by processing agencies, serving as an important reference for weighing your time costs (All prices are in US Dollars, USD).

Single Entry Electronic Visa (E-visa Single Entry)

Visa Type	Processing Time	Fee Range (USD)	Applicable Scope
1 Month Single Entry	4 Working Days (Standard)	$70 – $80	Tourism/Business
1 Month Single Entry	1 Working Day	$150 – $160	Highly Urgent
1 Month Single Entry	4 Working Hours	$190 – $200	Super Urgent (Recommended)
3 Months Single Entry	1 Working Day	$170 – $180	Highly Urgent
3 Months Single Entry	4 Working Hours	$210 – $220	Super Urgent (Recommended)

Multiple Entry Electronic Visa (E-visa Multiple Entry)

Visa Type	Processing Time	Fee Range (USD)	Applicable Scope
1 Month Multiple Entry	1 Working Day	$180 – $190	Highly Urgent
1 Month Multiple Entry	4 Working Hours	$220 – $230	Super Urgent (Recommended)
3 Months Multiple Entry	1 Working Day	$200 – $210	Highly Urgent
3 Months Multiple Entry	4 Working Hours	$240 – $250	Super Urgent (Recommended)

💸 Fee Analysis: You will notice that the “4 Working Hours” super urgent service has the highest cost – this is the price for guaranteed speed. Please choose the most suitable processing time based on your urgency and budget.

✈️ Step 4: Obtaining the Approval Letter & Smooth Entry into Vietnam

After successfully obtaining the urgent E-visa, you will receive an Electronic Visa Approval Letter in PDF format.

1. Print Immediately: It is highly recommended to print a color copy of this approval letter as a physical backup. You will need it for check-in or departure procedures at the airport/port before departing from Japan.
2. Check-in/Departure Check: Airline staff or border control officers will check your E-visa approval letter.
3. Arrival in Vietnam: Upon arrival in Vietnam, proceed directly to the Passport Check (Immigration) counter. Present your Hong Kong SAR Passport and the E-visa approval letter, and you will receive an entry stamp directly. No need to queue for additional Visa on Arrival procedures.