Planning to catch the first sunrise of 2026 in Vietnam? Many travelers overlook a critical detail: Vietnamese public holidays are non-working days for E-visa processing. New Year’s Day 2026 falls on a Thursday. If the Vietnamese government announces a bridge holiday on Friday (Jan 2), it will result in a 4-day long weekend. During this period, the Vietnam Immigration Department will suspend all E-visa approvals. If you submit your application after December 28, there is a high risk you won’t receive it in time.
To save your flights and hotel bookings, this guide explains how to secure an Emergency Visa Approval Letter to enter Vietnam during the holidays.
The Ultimate Lifeline: What is an “Emergency Approval Letter”?
If your E-visa is stuck “In Processing” and your flight is scheduled within the next 24–48 hours, an Emergency Approval Letter is your only solution.
This is a special authorization document issued by a local Vietnamese travel agency through the Immigration Department. With this letter, airlines will allow you to board, and you will receive your physical visa stamp upon arrival at a Vietnamese international airport.
1. When Should You Use This Service?
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Your flight is in less than 48 hours and your E-visa hasn’t been approved.
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You have a sudden business or leisure trip during the New Year holidays.
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Your E-visa contains errors, and you need an immediate correction to enter.
2. Required Materials (Digital Only)
To apply for the approval letter, you only need to provide:
- Passport Scan: Must be valid for at least 3 months.
- Port of Entry: (e.g., Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc).
- Estimated Arrival Date.
Note: Upon arrival at the airport in Vietnam, you will also need two 4x6cm white background photos and a completed NA1 Entry Form.
2026 New Year Emergency Visa Fee Schedule
Because these requests require special handling by duty officers during the holiday, fees are higher than standard processing.
| Service Item | Estimated Fee (USD) | Processing Time | Remarks |
| Emergency Approval Letter | $165 | Same-day issuance | Includes holiday duty officer fees |
| Stamping Fee | $25 | Paid at arrival | Must be paid in USD Cash |
| VIP Fast Track (Optional) | $45 | Save ~1 hour | Priority visa pickup & skip the lines |
3-Step Rapid Application Process
If you are in an urgent situation, follow these steps immediately:
- Submit Online Application: Click our [Vietnam Visa Online Application Link] and select “Emergency Service.”
- Receive PDF Approval Letter: We will send the official letter to your email within a few hours (depending on your chosen plan).
- Board Your Flight: You must print the approval letter. Upon arrival at the “Landing Visa” counter at the airport, present the letter to get your visa stamp.
Contact Us: 24/7 Human Support
Don’t let holiday closures ruin your New Year’s countdown. Contact our professional team for immediate assistance:
- Email: info@vietnam-visa.tw
- WeChat: vietnam-visa
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