If you’re a citizen of Micronesia planning to visit Vietnam in 2025, you’ll need a valid visa before entry. While Micronesia is not on the visa-exempt list, travelers can conveniently apply for a Vietnam Visa on Arrival (VOA) — especially if arriving by air.

This step-by-step guide explains everything you need to know about applying for VOA from Micronesia, including requirements, fees, processing times, and expert travel tips.

✈️ What is Vietnam Visa on Arrival?

Vietnam Visa on Arrival (VOA) is a travel document issued at Vietnamese international airports. To receive it, you must first apply online for a visa approval letter, then present it upon arrival in Vietnam to get the visa stamped into your passport.

✅ VOA is available only if you travel by air. It does not apply to land or sea entries.

📝 How to Apply for Vietnam VOA from Micronesia – Step by Step

✅ Step 1: Submit an Online Application

Visit the secure online form at VisaOnlineVietnam.com.
Provide passport information, arrival date, visa type (tourist/business), and airport of arrival.
Choose processing speed (normal, urgent, emergency).

✅ Step 2: Pay the Service Fee

Make payment via card or PayPal through the secure portal.
Pricing depends on visa type and urgency.

✅ Step 3: Receive the Approval Letter by Email

Approval letter is issued by Vietnam Immigration Department.
Processing time:
- Normal: 3–5 working days
- Urgent: 1–2 working days
- Emergency: 4–8 working hours or less

✅ Step 4: Prepare Required Documents

Before flying, prepare:

Printed Visa Approval Letter
Passport (valid ≥6 months, 2 blank pages)
Two passport-sized photos (4×6 cm, white background)
Completed entry-exit form (can be downloaded or filled at airport)
Stamping fee in cash (USD only):
- $25 for single entry
- $50 for multiple entry

✅ Step 5: Get Your Visa at the Airport

Upon landing in Vietnam:

Go to the Visa on Arrival counter
Submit all documents
Pay the stamping fee
Receive your visa sticker and proceed to immigration

🛫 Airports That Accept Visa on Arrival

You can use VOA at these Vietnam international airports:

Noi Bai (Hanoi)
Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City)
Da Nang International Airport
Cam Ranh (Nha Trang)
Cat Bi (Hai Phong)
Phu Quoc International Airport
Lien Khuong (Da Lat)
Can Tho International Airport

💡 Travel Tips for Micronesian Citizens Visiting Vietnam

🛂 Apply early – at least 7 days before your flight for standard processing.
📷 Bring extra passport photos just in case.
💵 Carry USD in cash for stamping fees (credit cards not accepted).
🧳 Have a round-trip ticket or onward flight — immigration may request it.
🚀 Use Airport Fast Track Services to skip queues and get personal visa assistance upon landing.
🛬 Enter only through the airport listed on your approval letter.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can Micronesian citizens get a visa on arrival in Vietnam?

Yes, if they apply online for a visa approval letter and arrive by air.

Q2: Is Vietnam e-visa available for Micronesian citizens?

Currently, no. VOA is the most suitable option for Micronesian travelers.

Q3: Can I enter Vietnam via land border with VOA?

No, VOA is only valid for entry via Vietnamese international airports.

Q4: What if I need the visa urgently?

You can request super urgent processing and receive the approval letter within 4–8 hours, including weekends and holidays, via VisaOnlineVietnam.com.

Q5: Can I get a business visa on arrival from Micronesia?

Yes. Business visas are available under VOA. Choose “Business” when applying and include your sponsor’s information if needed.

🎯 Summary: Vietnam Visa on Arrival from Micronesia

Visa Type	Processing Time	Entry Type	Required?
Tourist/Business	1–5 working days	Air travel only	Yes
Visa Approval Letter	Must apply online	Before departure	✅ Required
Stamping Fee	$25–$50 (USD)	Paid at airport	✅ In cash