Question
I am going with my partner to Vietnam in December and would like to know the simplest, cheapest way to apply for the required tourist Visa and when I should apply for them.
Answer:
Try this web site.
http://cheapvietnamvisa.net
I used these guys in April. I picked up my visa at the airport in Saigon with no problems. It was quick simple and safe. It did bother me at first that you have to put some money up front but it worked out smoothly and was the simplest Visa that I have ever received in Vietnam. The Visa was a one year multiple entry B3 which is a business visa as well. A reasonable price with none of the typical paperwork. I recommend them. good luck.