Successful eSETV Vietnam, a few points.

[Greenwich Boy]

Just had a METV which I messed up by applying too early hence not keen on a visa exempt entry. The following may apply to any evisa here though.

Despite it being an evisa you have to choose to apply at either Saigon or Hanoi. Areas of coverage are on the indvidual Embassy or Consulate websites. I am in Hoi An so clicked on Saigon.

Initial receipt and request for extra info emails both went in to my junk file so best to check.

Proof of current location. I had read that a passport entry stamp in to Vietnam was the way to go. Was asked for hotel booking. Easily fixed.

Accomodation in Thailand. Email from my landlord confirming check in an check out dates was rejected as the full address was not on it. Fair enough got that sorted.

Flights. I could not work out how to upload two flights (in and out) so just provided flight to Thailand. Was asked to provide both 'with receipts' A quick lesson on how to merge pdf's sorted that but not sure if the onward ticket method would work with receipts being asked for.

Bit of a faff but overall much more convenient than a 900km shlep to the Consulate and hopefully the last tourist visa I apply for. Just got to get let in now!

[DrJack54]

2 hours ago, Greenwich Boy said:

Flights. I could not work out how to upload two flights (in and out) so just provided flight to Thailand. Was asked to provide both 'with receipts'

Thanks for report. 

Disappointing that you also require a flight out.

When it was in person a flight to Thailand was required. No onward flight.

Had you planned to obtain 30 day extension in Thailand? 

[Greenwich Boy]

8 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

Thanks for report. 

Disappointing that you also require a flight out.

When it was in person a flight to Thailand was required. No onward flight.

Had you planned to obtain 30 day extension in Thailand? 

Yes, I plan on a 30 day extension. The flight out I provided was within 60 days and ' throw away' about 1,100B. Bit of pain but as I hope this is the last time I have to mess around with tourist visas or exemptions it will do.

[DrJack54]

1 minute ago, Greenwich Boy said:

The flight out I provided was within 60 days and ' throw away' about 1,100B.

That is a pain.

Be aware to read some thread regarding border bounces if you plan one to extend your stay.

Some borders are requiring a 1-2 night stay 

[Caldera]

Thanks for your report! How long did it take to get the eVisa?

[Greenwich Boy]

3 hours ago, Caldera said:

Thanks for your report! How long did it take to get the eVisa?

I didn't mention timing as I wasn't sure it would be helpful because of holidays but I applied Wednesday afternoon and got a request for extra info on Friday. By the time I spotted the mail in junk and replied they were closed for Tet for a week. After reopening I got second request for info on Tuesday, I replied same day and visa issued that afternoon.

My guess is if you provide all the correct info on day 1, you could have your visa say day 3

[DrJack54]

1 hour ago, Greenwich Boy said:

My guess is if you provide all the correct info on day 1, you could have your visa say day 3

My guess is bit longer however if the eVisa for Thailand can be obtained in say 5 that will become a good option for eg Non O.

Laos eVisa for Thailand does not even have online payment at this point.

"Good Morning Vietnam"

[Greenwich Boy]

24 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

My guess is bit longer however if the eVisa for Thailand can be obtained in say 5 that will become a good option for eg Non O.

Laos eVisa for Thailand does not even have online payment at this point.

"Good Morning Vietnam"

I am here for a month and loving it. Could well be back for a Non O later in the year!

[DrJack54]

9 minutes ago, Greenwich Boy said:

I am here for a month and loving it. Could well be back for a Non O later in the year!

Off topic: assume you have visited Saigon. 

Good distance airport to district 1 Bui Vien.

Can't go wrong. Lovely joint.