Visa Tips: Prepare for Vietnamese New Year (Tết) Holiday Schedule & Visa Closures 2026

Holiday period: From Saturday, February 14, 2026 to Sunday, February 22, 2026

As Vietnam gets ready to celebrate Vietnamese New Year (Tết Nguyên Đán) in 2026, travelers planning to visit should note some important changes to visa processing and immigration services.

Vietnamese New Year (Tết) 2026 – Official Holiday Schedule

Vietnamese New Year (Tết Nguyên Đán) is the most important and longest public holiday in Vietnam, marking the Lunar New Year and a time for family reunions nationwide.

In 2026, the official Tết holiday is expected to run:

  • From Saturday, February 14, 2026

  • Until the end of Sunday, February 22, 2026

  • Normal visa processing resumes on Monday, February 23, 2026

During this period, all Vietnamese government offices, including the Immigration Department, will be closed, and standard visa and e-visa processing will be temporarily suspended.

Visa Processing Policy During the Tết Holiday

At Vietnam-immi.org, we recognize that travel plans don't always match public holidays. Business trips, family matters, and last-minute flights may still need urgent visa solutions.

What you should know:

  • Standard visa and e-visa processing will pause during the Tết holiday.
  • Vietnam-Immi.org customer support is available 24/7.

Even during the holiday, our experienced team is ready to assist travelers with:

  • Visa consultation and guidance
  • Application checks to avoid document errors 
  • Emergency and expedited visa requests where possible

📌 Important note: Urgent visa processing during Tết is very limited and fees may be higher due to holiday surcharges and reduced government capacity.

Airport Services During Tết 2026

Good news for travelers arriving during the holiday that these services will continue to operate normally throughout the Tết holiday:

  • Airport Fast Track services
  • Airport pickup and drop-off services

Our on-ground airport team will help you with:

  • Fast immigration clearance
  • Reduced waiting time
  • Smooth arrival and departure, even during busy holiday crowds

You can apply easily here 

Contact Us During the Tết Holiday

Our support team works 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, including all public holidays, to ensure you receive timely assistance.

📞 WhatsApp: +84379522522

📞 Hotline: +84.379.522.522

📧 Email: sales@vietnam-immi.org

We are always ready to support you so you can enjoy a smooth and worry-free journey to Vietnam.

How to Request an Urgent Visa During the Tết Holiday

If you must travel during the Tết period and require urgent visa support:

  1. Visit 👉 https://vietnam-immi.org/e-visa

  2. Complete your visa application carefully with accurate information

  3. Immediately contact our support team via WhatsApp or email

  4. Inform us of your urgent travel date and request

Our visa specialists will work outside normal hours to support your case to the maximum extent possible, depending on immigration system availability.

Plan Ahead for Tết 2026 – Avoid Visa Delays & Extra Costs

📅 Tết Holiday Closure:
February 14 – February 22, 2026

🗓️ Apply early
Submit your visa application at least 7–10 working days before February 14, 2026 to avoid delays.

However, our support team works 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, including all public holidays.

✈️ Airport Services Available
Our airport pickup and drop-off services will remain fully operational throughout the holiday period.

📄 Prepare documents carefully
Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be delayed until after the holiday.

💰 Act now to save costs
As Tết approaches, visa fees often increase and urgent slots become very limited.

We are always honored to serve you and help create a wonderful travel experience in Vietnam!

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