Vietnam Embassy in the Philippines

Vietnam is represented in the Philippines by one embassy: the Embassy of Vietnam in Manila. There are no Vietnamese consulates in Cebu, Davao or anywhere else in the country, so the embassy handles consular matters for the whole archipelago. This guide is for Filipino travelers, foreign residents in the Philippines and Vietnamese citizens living there. It covers the embassy’s address, phone numbers, email and opening hours, plus a few practical tips before you get in touch.

Good news first: most Filipino travelers never need to visit the embassy at all. Philippine passport holders can visit Vietnam visa-free for stays of up to 21 days, and anyone planning a longer trip can apply for a Vietnam e-visa fully online. The embassy matters most when you need a special type of visa, help with Vietnamese documents, or support as a Vietnamese citizen abroad.

Embassy of Vietnam in Manila

The Embassy is on Pablo Ocampo Street in Malate, a central Manila district close to the bayfront. It serves all of the Philippines.

If you live in Cebu, Davao or elsewhere outside Metro Manila, start with a phone call or email. Many questions can be sorted out without making the trip to the capital.

What Can the Embassy Help With?

The embassy handles consular work for both foreigners and Vietnamese citizens. Services typically include:

• Vietnam visas issued at the embassy, for travelers whose plans need one
• Visa exemption certificates for overseas Vietnamese and their family members
• Passports and travel documents for Vietnamese citizens
• Notarization and legalization of documents to be used in Vietnam
• Civil registration, citizen protection and emergency support for Vietnamese nationals in the Philippines

Do You Need to Visit for a Tourist Visa?

Usually not. For a holiday of up to 21 days, Philippine passport holders don’t need a visa at all. For longer stays, you can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online without visiting the embassy or posting a passport. You fill in the form, upload a passport scan and a photo, pay, and receive the e-visa by email.

The embassy is the better route when your trip doesn’t fit what visa-free entry or the e-visa offers, for example certain work, study or other long-term stays. The embassy sets its own document list and fees for these cases, so check with them before you apply.

Practical Tips Before You Go

A little preparation goes a long way with consular offices. Keep these in mind:

• Call or email first. Hours, phone lines and procedures can change, and some services may need an appointment.
• Plan around the lunch break. The embassy closes between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, so aim for the morning or mid-afternoon.
• Check public holidays on both sides. The embassy may close on Vietnamese national holidays, including several days around Lunar New Year (Tet), and on Philippine holidays such as Holy Week, Independence Day and the Christmas season.
• Mind the time difference. The Philippines is 1 hour ahead of Vietnam all year round.
• Count your days. If you’re entering visa-free, plan your trip within the 21-day limit, including your arrival and departure days. Staying longer means you’ll need a visa before you travel.

Filipino Citizens Needing Help While in Vietnam

The Vietnamese embassy above serves people in the Philippines. If you are already in Vietnam and need help as a Filipino citizen, for example with a lost passport or an emergency, contact the Philippines’ own embassy there:

For consular matters, you can also email the embassy at hanoipe.consular@dfa.gov.ph. Travelers anywhere in Vietnam can contact the embassy in Hanoi for help.