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A complete guide for Spanish passports visiting Vietnam: Visa requirements, application and tips.

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Visa Information
Spanish Passport Application
Spanish Embassy in Vietnam
Tourism Statistics

Visa Information

As of 2025, Spanish nationals no longer require a visa for stays in Vietnam of up to 15 days. This policy has been extended indefinitely since its initial implementation on July 1, 2015.

For stays exceeding 15 days, there are two options available:

Option 1: Getting a visa on arrival

Obtaining a visa on arrival is a convenient way to secure a Vietnamese visa, saving both time and money, particularly for those living far from Vietnamese embassies. This process is facilitated by various travel agencies easily accessible online. You will collect your visa at a Vietnam Airport.

There are two straightforward steps:

First, complete the online application form and then receive and print your approval letter.
When you arrive at a Vietnam Airport, present your approval letter for stamping and receive your visa. Remember to prepare two passport photos and a fee of $25 for a single entry or $50 for a double entry.

With this option, your visa will be issued by the Immigration Department of Vietnam. Ensure that your approval letter includes the correct entry date, proper spelling of your name, passport number, and date of birth.

Option 2: Visa at Vietnam Embassy

You can apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy in Madrid, Spain. The following documents are required:

Original passport (must have at least six months of validity from the date you plan to leave Vietnam).
One completed application form for a Vietnam visa (https://visa.mofa.gov.vn/_layouts/registration/ApplicationForm.aspx).
One passport-sized photo (4x6 cm; refer to photo requirements).

Address of the Vietnamese Embassy in Spain

Address: Avenida de Alfonso XIII, 54, 28016 Madrid, Spain
Telephone: +34 915 10 28 67
Fax: +34 91 415 7067

Spanish Passport Application

Requirements:

You must be a Spanish citizen to apply for a Spanish passport. If you live in Spain, you can apply through your local government offices. If you are in Vietnam, you can apply through the Spanish Embassy in Vietnam, located at 29 Bis, Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. The phone number for the embassy is +84 24 3936 6077.
Make an appointment with the Spanish embassy or the Consulate General. You must go in person to apply for the passport; submissions cannot be made through mail or online with the embassy.
Fill in and complete the passport application form available from the Spanish embassy.
Provide two recent passport photos in which you face the camera against a plain white or off-white background. Ensure that there are no accessories obscuring your face in the photo.
Proof of your Spanish citizenship is required. You can submit a photocopy of your Spanish National Identity Card, an old Spanish passport, or an official copy of your birth certificate. If you were born abroad, you may need to provide copies of your father’s or mother’s birth certificate as well.
Additional civil documents that clarify unusual circumstances may be required.
A passport application processing fee of €30 must be paid at the time of submission. Only cash and checks will be accepted, and it’s advisable to check the latest payment methods with the embassy in advance.

Processing time:

The processing time for a passport application usually takes about 10 to 15 business days. However, this may vary depending on circumstances and demand, so it's best to inquire at the embassy during your visit.