If you are getting ready to go to Vietnam, get ready to apply for a tourist Visa. I just sent mine in today.

You can download the application form at : http://www.vietnamembassy-usa.org/consular_services/visa_info/

Make sure you fill out the form with your Passport details, arrival and departure dates and who you will be staying with or where.

You must also include:
- your valid passport
- one passport sized photo
- a money or cashier's check for $75.00 dollars
- a return shipping label (through USPS only)

If all of this is too confusing or overwhelming, there is a Visa Processing Service that STA Travel provides on their website.

http://statravel.visaheadquarters.com/visas.php

It's not a very complicated process - just make sure you give yourself enough time for proessing (and error?). If you can apply at least 6 weeks prior to your trip.

Good Luck!