Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Turkey

The Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Turkey is a traditional and reliable option for Turkish citizens, residents, and others in Turkey who prefer a physical visa sticker affixed directly into their passport. This embassy-processed visa allows entry to Vietnam by air, land, or sea and is especially suitable for specific visa categories (such as business visas requiring sponsorship), longer durations.

1. Vietnam Embassy and Consulates in Turkey

Vietnam maintains one Embassy and one Consulate General in Turkey, providing full consular services including Vietnam embassy sticker visa issuance, support for Vietnamese nationals, document legalization, and promotion of bilateral relations in trade, tourism, education, and cultural exchange.

Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Ankara

• Address: Üsküp Cd. No: 7, Çankaya, Ankara 06690, Turkey
• Phone: +90 312 426 50 69 / +90 312 426 50 70
• Fax: +90 312 426 50 71
• Email: vnemb.tr@mofa.gov.vn
• Website: vnembassy-ankara.mofa.gov.vn
• Working Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m

Consulate General of Vietnam in Istanbul

• Address: Cumhuriyet Cad. No: 141, Harbiye, Şişli, Istanbul 34373, Turkey
• Phone: +90 212 296 00 96 / +90 212 296 00 97

2. Can Turkey Apply for a Traditional Sticker Visa?

Yes, Turkish citizens and residents in Turkey can apply for a traditional sticker visa at the Embassy in Ankara or Consulate General in Istanbul.

The sticker visa (physical affix in the passport) is fully supported and ideal for:

• Business or sponsored visas needing embassy approval.
• All entry modes (air, land, sea).

3. Step-by-Step Application Process for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Turkey

Applying for a Vietnam embassy sticker visa in Turkey is clear and convenient locally. Typical steps (may vary slightly by mission):

1. Contact the Mission: Email vnemb.tr@mofa.gov.vn (Ankara) or vnconsul-istanbul@mofa.gov.vn (Istanbul), or call to verify requirements, book an appointment if needed, and confirm in-person/mail options.
2. Gather Documents: Prepare all required items (detailed in section 4).
3. Submit Application: Visit in person during consular hours (recommended for sticker visas) or submit by mail if allowed. Provide passport, form, photos, supporting docs, and pay fees.
4. Processing: The mission reviews your application, possibly coordinating with Vietnam’s Immigration Department (especially for business visas).
5. Collect Your Visa: Return to pick up your passport with the sticker visa affixed (in person or courier if arranged).
6. Travel: Enter Vietnam within the visa’s validity.

4. Required Documents for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa Application in Turkey

Standard documents for a Vietnam embassy sticker visa (confirm with Ankara or Istanbul mission) include:

• Valid Passport: Original Turkish passport with at least 6 months validity beyond planned departure from Vietnam and at least 2 blank pages.
• Photos: 2 recent passport-sized photos (4×6 cm, white background).
• Supporting Documents:
  • Travel itinerary (flights, hotels).
  • For tourism: Proof of purpose/funds if requested.
  • For business: Invitation/approval letter from Vietnamese sponsor/company.

5. Processing Times, Fees, and Costs for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Turkey

• Processing Time: Typically 3–7 working days for standard applications, but can extend to 1–2 weeks depending on visa type, volume, and Hanoi approval. Expedited services may be available for extra fees.
• Fees and Costs: Vary by visa type (single/multiple entry, duration)—often starting from US$25–$100+ (or equivalent in TRY), plus possible stamping/service fees. Additional costs include photos or travel to the mission.

6. Other Consular Services

Beyond sticker visas, Vietnam’s missions in Turkey offer:

• Passport/consular support for Vietnamese nationals.
• Document notarization, authentication, and legalization.
• Emergency assistance for Vietnamese citizens (lost documents, welfare).
• Civil registration (births, marriages) where eligible.
• General consular protection and bilateral support.

7. Upcoming Office Closures

Missions close for Vietnamese and Turkish public holidays, including:

• Vietnamese Tet (Lunar New Year, late January/early February).
• Vietnam National Day (September 2).
• Turkish holidays like Republic Day (October 29), National Sovereignty and Children’s Day (April 23), Atatürk Commemoration Day (November 10), and Eid al-Fitr/Eid al-Adha.