Vietnam Visa for Jamaican Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Jamaican Dollars and Steps
Vietnam visa for jamaican citizens: you need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. JMD 7,449). Jamaican dollar prices, Kingston cut-offs.
Jamaican citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Jamaican citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. JMD 7,449) all-in through us for single entry. Jamaica is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, so a Jamaican passport gets no visa-free stay. This page covers the e-visa, prices in Jamaican dollars, urgent cut-offs in Kingston time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Kingston keeps the same time all year, twelve hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese working day runs from 20:00 the evening before to 6:00 in your morning. Orders placed in your evening reach Vietnam as its day begins, and the table below shows why.
Vietnam visa for Jamaican citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. JMD 7,449) single, $82 (approx. JMD 12,996) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 2:15 in Kingston, delivered by 6:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Jamaican citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Jamaican citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Jamaica is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026), and it is not among the 12 countries added to the 45-day list by Resolution 229/NQ-CP, in force from August 15, 2025.
A lookup page that says a visa can be obtained from an embassy but not inside Jamaica describes the old sticker route; the e-visa needs no embassy at all. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Jamaica: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Jamaica is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Jamaican citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Jamaican passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online from the Caribbean, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Jamaica: e-visa cost in Jamaican dollars
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. JMD 7,449) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in Jamaican dollars.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Jamaican dollars at 1 USD = 158.49 JMD (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. JMD 7,449) | $82 (approx. JMD 12,996) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. JMD 10,936) | $98 (approx. JMD 15,532) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. JMD 14,581) | $116 (approx. JMD 18,385) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. JMD 15,690) | $123 (approx. JMD 19,494) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. JMD 18,702) | $150 (approx. JMD 23,773) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. JMD 26,785) | $212 (approx. JMD 33,600) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. JMD 41,207) | $285 (approx. JMD 45,169) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. JMD 39,622) | $280 (approx. JMD 44,377) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. JMD 3,962), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Jamaican citizens: urgent cut-offs in Kingston time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 20:00 in Kingston.
| Order cut-off | Kingston time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 2:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 3:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 5:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 6:00 |
Example: you order on Monday at 21:00 in Kingston, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 22:30, Super Urgent by 23:30 and Same day by 6:00 on Tuesday, all in Kingston time. Ordered on Tuesday at 4:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 5:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives at 23:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 2:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 6:00 in Kingston and ends on Sunday at 4:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 3:20 and it arrives by 6:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Jamaica
You apply from Jamaica online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Jamaican citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Jamaican citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Jamaican passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Jamaican citizens
Jamaican citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Jamaica
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers Jamaica.
Tips for Jamaican travelers
Two points help Jamaican travelers: ordering at the right hour, and handling mixed claims about visa on arrival.
Order in your evening, not your morning
Ordered at 9:00 in the morning in Kingston, your file reaches Vietnam after every urgent cut-off and starts at 8:00 the next Vietnamese morning, which is 20:00 that evening in Kingston. Ordered at 20:00 instead, every speed is still open.
Visa on arrival needs a letter first
Some guides list visa on arrival as unavailable and others as an option. It works only by air at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh, and only with an approval letter obtained before you fly.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Jamaican citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Jamaican passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Jamaican citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in Jamaican dollars?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. JMD 3,962) for single entry and US$50 (approx. JMD 7,924) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Kingston?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 2:15 Kingston time for delivery by 6:00, or Emergency before 5:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Jamaica?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
