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title: Vietnam visa for citizens of Lesotho
description: "Citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Vietnam and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $25. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Vietnam visa for citizens of Lesotho

Citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Vietnam and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://evisa.gov.vn

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Government fee:** $25
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather passport, photo, travel itinerary, and accommodation booking.
2. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://evisa.gov.vn and select 'Apply for eVisa'.
3. **Fill in the online application form** — Enter personal details, passport info, travel dates, and upload documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay 25 USD for single-entry or 50 USD for multiple-entry via bank transfer.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3-5 business days; check email for updates.
6. **Receive eVisa via email** — The approved eVisa is sent as a PDF attachment.
7. **Print the eVisa** — Print a paper copy to present upon arrival in Vietnam.
8. **Present eVisa at border control** — Show printed eVisa and passport at designated international border gates.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Recent passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm, white background)** (Identity): Taken within the last 6 months.
- **Travel itinerary or flight reservation** (Travel): Showing entry and exit dates.
- **Accommodation booking confirmation** (Travel): Hotel or residence in Vietnam.
- **Valid email address** (Supporting): For receiving the eVisa.

## Good to know

- Visa-free entry to Phu Quoc Island for up to 30 days is available for Lesotho passport holders.
- eVisa is valid for up to 90 days; ensure you enter within the validity period.
- Multiple-entry option costs 50 USD instead of 25 USD.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure passport details match exactly.
- **Photo does not meet specifications** — Use a recent 4x6 cm photo with white background, no glasses or headwear.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before applying.
- **Payment not processed correctly** — Follow bank transfer instructions exactly and keep receipt.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Vietnam?

Citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Vietnam and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Lesotho stay in Vietnam?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Vietnam visa cost for citizens of Lesotho?

Government fee: $25.

### What documents do citizens of Lesotho need for Vietnam?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Recent passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm, white background); Travel itinerary or flight reservation; Accommodation booking confirmation; Valid email address.

### How long must my passport be valid for Vietnam?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.gov.vn

## Sources

- [Vietnamese Visas and Entry/Exit - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Vietnam](https://vn.usembassy.gov/vietnamese-visas-and-entry-exit/)
- [Vietnam visa for Lesotho citizens, passport holders, residents](https://www.vietnam-immigration.org.vn/visa-requirements/view/Lesotho.html)
- Apply Vietnam e-Visa Online | Get your eVisa in 3 simple steps (getvisavietnam.com, third-party site)
- [evisa.gov.vn](https://evisa.gov.vn)

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- [Vietnam visa for every passport](/visa/vietnam)
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