Hanoi, Aug. 5 -- Electronic visas (e-visas) have become an increasingly popular option for foreigners travelling to Vietnam thanks to their convenience and speed. However, as demand continues to grow, a rising number of websites offering online visa services have appeared, leaving many travellers unsure about their legitimacy. Tang Zhen Zhong, a Chinese tourist who chose to apply for an e-visa to visit Vietnam, said finding the correct website for the application was one of his biggest concerns before travelling.

During last Christmas, he spent nearly two hours completing immigration procedures at Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport. He said although the wait was long, he said he had prepared all the required documents ...