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Embassy of Vietnam in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Embassy of Vietnam in Colombo, Sri Lanka, located at No. 30/5, Ward Place. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of Vietnam, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    No. 30/5, Ward Place
    Colombo 07
    Sri Lanka

  • Telephone

    (+94-11) 269 6050

  • Fax

    (+94-11) 269 2040

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 5:00 PM

    🕒 Current time in Colombo: 2:45 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of Vietnam in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Esala Poya Day: July 29 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • Nikini Poya Day: August 27 Flag of Sri Lanka
  • National Day: September 2 Flag of Vietnam

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of Vietnam in Colombo, Sri Lanka:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Renunciation of Vietnamese citizenship

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Sri Lankan passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter Vietnam.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Vietnam without a visa. The most common types of Vietnam visas are the following.

  • Tourist visa
  • Diplomatic and official visas
  • Business visa
  • Student visa
  • Transit visa
  • Diplomatic and official visa
  • Work visa

Head of Mission

Trinh Thi Tam, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

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Visa Services

Vietnam embassies and consulates process visa applications for individuals who wish to visit Vietnam for tourism, business, work, study, or other purposes. They issue visas and provide information on visa requirements, application procedures, and fees. Many African countries and parts of Asia are exempt from Vietnam visa requirements.

Vietnam E-visa

Vietnam offers an e-visa system for eligible foreign nationals who wish to visit the country for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The Vietnam e-visa allows for a single entry and is valid for 30 days. The website for Vietnam E-visas is here.

Passport Services

Overseas Vietnamese can apply for obtaining or renewing their passports at the nearest Vietnamese embassies and consulates. These missions accept passport applications, collect the necessary documents, and issue new passports or renewals. To learn more about passport validity, types, and the application process, visit the Vietnamese Passport page .

Online Resources

Explore the embassy and its services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Vietnam in neighboring countries or regions of Sri Lanka.

See also

Sri Lanka in Vietnam

Sri Lanka has 2 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Airports

  • Ratmalana International Airport (RML)
    (10.64 km away)
    Colombo
    Get Directions
  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
    (29.49 km away)
    Colombo
    Get Directions
  • Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI)
    (155.50 km away)
    Hambantota
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 01 June 2026 at 12:57 PM (EST).

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