For Canadian citizens, “online visa” is the most suitable option to enter and stay in Vietnam with tourism purpose. There are 2 types of visa: Visa On Arrival and E-visa. Each one has its own functions which are probably suitable with your purpose, let’s see the below table to see the difference:
| Visa On Arrival | E-visa | |
| Entry ports | 6 international airports | 8 international airports, 16 border gates and 9 sea ports. |
| Number of entry | Single or Multiple entry | Single entry |
| The length of stay | 1 month to 3 months | 30 days |
| Purpose | Tourism and Business purpose | Tourism and Business purpose |
| How to apply | Via online. Step 1: Get the approval letter via the website Step 2: Get the visa stamp on arrival |
Complete the application form and get E-visa via email |
Following the above table, Visa On Arrival and E-visa are both accepted to enter Vietnam with tourism purpose and stay in Vietnam for 2 weeks.
However, E-visa would be more suitable than Visa On Arrival because of its easier and more convenient application process. You just need to access the website https://www.vietnam-evisa.com/apply/, complete the application form and get E-visa after 2 working days. The application process of Visa On Arrival is a little more complicated (after getting approval letter online, you have to pick up visa at Vietnamese airport), it would be more suitable for those who want to stay for more than 1 month or multiple entry.
Moreover, you will easily enter Vietnam with E-visa through airports, border gates and seaports instead of only 6 airports while using Visa On Arrival to enter. Depending on your need, let’s consider to choose the most convenient one for you.
e-visavietnam.com 