Vietnam visa made easy for Bahamian citizens: Detailed instruction and tips
Bahamian nationality is not included in the visa exemption list; therefore, all Bahamians need to apply visa to Vietnam for either tourism or business purpose.
Vietnam visa is required for all Bahamian citizens;
Bahamian citizens are eligible for 90 days single or multiple entry e-visa;
Bahamian citizens can get a visa on arrival for the air entries;
At present, there are 3 options for the Bahamian citizens applying for Vietnam visa:
1. Apply for a visa at the Vietnam Embassy:
Since there is no representative office of Vietnam’s government in Bahamas at present, the foreigners (including Bahamian citizens and other nationalities residing in Bahamas) are suggested to contact the nearest Vietnamese Embassy in neighboring countries: Cuba, Panama and Venezuela to get pre-stamped visa.
See more information about Vietnam Embassy in neighboring countries:
2. Apply for Vietnam visa on arrival:
If it is inconvenient for you to visit the Vietnam Embassy in neighboring countries, you may select Vietnam visa on arrival to simplify your visa application process.
Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa to Vietnam in addition to the traditional way of obtaining a visa at Vietnam Embassy or Consulates. Once issued, it has same validity with the visa get from Vietnamese Embassy or Consulates. However, visa on arrival is applicable for those who travel Vietnam by airplane only.
3. Apply for Vietnam e-visa
From August 15, 2023, all the nationalities including Bahamian citizens are eligible for 90 days (single or multiple entry) e-visas for Vietnam.
In order to apply for Vietnam e-visa, the Bahamian citizens need to prepare:
- Files of passport data page photo and passport-sized photo: The passport data page photo should show up 4 corners and borders of the main page in which all the information is displayed clearly without being flashed or obscured by fingers;
The passport-sized photo must be taken in recently 6 months with eyes open, straight look, without wearing hat or glasses and be taken on a white or light coloured plain background; - Credit card or debit card that are enabled to conduct online payment. You can also make a payment via PayPal when you apply for an e-visa on our website;
How to apply e-visa for Vietnam?
Below are the steps to apply for Vietnam e-visa for Bahamas passport holders:
Step 1: Fill the requirement information in the visa application form.
Step 2: Pay the visa fee and get the result in 3 – 5 working days (except Saturday, Sunday and public holiday).
Step 3: Receive an email containing e-visa upon successful application, print out the e-visa and bring along with your passport to board the plane.
Step 4: Present your e-visa at immigration counter to get entry into Vietnam.
Tips for successful emergency Vietnam e-visa application
If you need to enter Vietnam urgently, or re-apply for a new visa because your current visa application was denied due to incorrect information, photos or address in Vietnam, we can arrange an immediate Vietnam visa within 3 working days (normal service), 8 working hours (rush service), 4 working hours (urgent service) or even 2 working hours (emergency service).
