Prices checked August 2026. Vietnamese đồng is the authoritative figure — dollar equivalents move with the exchange rate.
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost?
The official Vietnam e-visa fee is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, paid directly to the government portal. Agents charge roughly US$10–49 on top to handle it, and rush processing can add US$65–80. You can apply yourself for a straightforward tourist visa; the agent fee buys speed and someone to chase problems.
How much does a work permit cost in Hanoi?
The Hanoi government fee for a work permit is 400,000₫, but agency packages start around 4,230,000₫ because the state fee is the smallest part of the job. Employer-of-record or complex handling runs US$500–1,500. The gap between the two figures is document preparation, translation, notarisation and dealing with the department.
How much is a temporary residence card in Vietnam?
TRC government fees are US$145 for up to two years, US$155 for two to five years and US$165 for five to ten years. Agency service on top typically runs 5,000,000–8,000,000₫, with published packages around 6,220,000₫ for a two-year card including stamping. As with work permits, most of what you pay an agent is document handling rather than the state fee.
Do I need a visa agent in Vietnam or can I do it myself?
For a tourist e-visa most people manage alone; for work permits, residence cards and anything involving an employer, an agent is usually worth the fee. Requirements change frequently and are not always documented in English, which is precisely what you are paying an agent to keep track of. Ask any agent to separate the government fee from their service fee in writing.
What should I check before paying a Hanoi visa agent?
Get an itemised breakdown separating government fee, service fee, translation, notarisation, medical check, legalisation, courier and any rush charge. Being able to buy a service does not mean you are eligible for the visa, and no honest agent will guarantee an outcome. Be wary of anyone who will not put their fee in writing before you pay.
Where these prices come from
- Official Vietnam e-visa portal
- Vietnam Government Portal work-permit guide
- Temporary residence card state fees
- VisaInfo published agency fee table
Prices are market benchmarks for Hanoi, not quotes from the businesses listed below. Always confirm directly before booking.