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Embassy of the

Socialist republic of vietnam, in the united states of america.

• Ambassador Pham Quang Vinh (2014 - 2018)
• Ambassador Nguyen Quoc Cuong (2011-2014)
• Ambassador Le Cong Phung (2008 - 2011)
• Ambassador Nguyen Tam Chien (2001 - 2007)
• Ambassador Le Van Bang (1995 - 2001)
• Offices/Sections
• Foreign Policy
• Viet Nam's visa procedures
• Visa Exemption
• PASSPORT ISSUANCE, RENEWAL, OR ANNOTATION
• Legalization of documents for marriage
• power of attorney
• Birth registration
• Certificate of Vietnamese origin
• Citizen registration
• Renouncement of Vietnamese citizenship
• Legalization
• permit to transport remains and dead bodies to Vietnam
• Instructions For Registration to Retain Vietnamese Citizenship
• Embassy Activities
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I. You can apply for a visa to Viet Nam in person, by mail, online or by e-mail.

1. Apply in person at the Embassy of Viet Nam , 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036 (walk-in, no prior appointment is required; from 9:00 A.M to 12:00 A.M and 02:00 P.M to 04:30 P.M from Monday to Friday, except holidays) or Apply by mail to the Embassy of Viet Nam , 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036 and receive your visa by mail – Click here .

2. Apply online and receive loose-leaf visa by mail   – Click here . (For United States Passport Holders only; payment by Paypal)

3. Apply by email and receive loose-leaf visa by mail – Click here . (Payment by credit/debit card)

Notice: For Vietnamese holding a US Permanent Resident Card (also referred to as "Green Card"), you can apply for a Visa Exemption Certificate ( click here ) , also known as "Viet Nam 5-year visa".

II. Processing time

Standard: 3 business days (after all required documents are submitted).

Expedite service: 24-hour processing time (additional fee is required). Kindly put an Expedite service or URGENT note/label on your envelope or in your application package for easier processing.

III. Other important notices

* Upon receiving your visa issued by the Embassy, kindly double check all personal information printed on your visa. In case of inaccurate personal information, please contact the Embassy immediately for correction or adjustments (fees may be applied for amendments of visas due to applicants' inadvertent errors).

* For diplomatic and official passport holder, you can apply in person or by mail (online or email application is not applicable). Diplomatic and official visas will be issued GRATIS (free of charge) unless otherwise agreed upon between Viet Nam and the applicant's country. In addition to documents specified in Part I, the applicant is requested to submit a visa approval number, a diplomatic note, or an official letter from the relevant agencies of the United States Government, Diplomatic Missions and international organizations accredited to the United States.

* The cost for visa includes visa approval fee, processing and handling fee, postal service and expedite service (if required). Visa fees vary depending on type of visa, duration of stay and type of service (standard or expedite). Please contact the Consular Division for further information.

* If you travel in a group: combined payment can be made in one money order or check for the whole group (two applicants or more). All applications can be sent in one envelope and the visas can be sent back in one return envelope.

* Duration of stay: visa will be valid from the date of entry provided on your application and printed on the visa. You may enter ON or AFTER the date of entry given on the visa and is expected to leave before the end of the expiration date.

* For travelers with 12-month visa: The Customs and Border Protection Authority at the port of entry into Vietnam determines the length of each authorized stay within the 12-month duration.

* Online visa: As the Embassy cannot confirm the reliability of online visa services offered by many companies on the Internet, it is strongly recommended that travelers obtain suitable visas prior to their trip to Viet Nam. There have been reported cases of fraudulence and personal data theft when applying for online visa and cases of entry refusal on arrival when these types of online visas are applied through un-recognized websites with no connection to the Embassy. The Embassy cannot verify the validity of such visas and cannot provide assistance to travelers in case they are refused of entry while using these types of visas. In order to avoid any risk of personal data theft or losses through fraudulent use of credit/debit cards, travelers are strongly recommended not to provide personal information on untrusted websites.

* The Embassy reserves the right to request further information and documentation from applicants and to deny approval for any visa application without necessarily providing explanation for visa denial.

IV. Contact

* Business hours: 9:00 A.M – 12:00 P.M and 02:00 P.M – 04:30 P.M from Monday through Friday. The Embassy is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and during Viet Nam and United States holidays .

* For more information, please contact the Consular Division of the Embassy:

- Address: 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C., 20036.

- Telephone: 202-861-0737 ext. 118/121/122/125/129.

- Mailing information: 202-861-0737 ext. 113.

- Fax: 202-861-0917

- Email: [email protected]

* In case of emergency, you may contact the Embassy's hotlines at 202-716-8666.

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Add: 1233 20th St NW, Ste 400, Washington, DC 20036

Tel: 202-861-0737

Consular emergency: 202-716-8666 

For visa inquiries only: 202-999-6589

Fax: 202-861-0917

[email protected] (consular affairs)

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Embassy: Mon - Fri, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm    

Consulate: Mon - Fri, 09:00 am to 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

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Travel Advisory July 24, 2023

Vietnam - level 1: exercise normal precautions.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.                    Exercise normal precautions in Vietnam.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Vietnam.

 If you decide to travel to Vietnam:

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.   
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter .   
• Review the  Country Security Report  for Vietnam.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .    

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Quick Facts

Must have six months’ validity remaining.

One visa page required for entry stamp.

Not required.

None. However, Vietnamese Dong in excess of VND 15,000,000 or foreign currency in excess of 5,000 U.S. dollars or equivalent must be declared.

Embassies and Consulates

U.S. Embassy Hanoi - Consular Annex 170 Ngoc Khanh Ba Dinh District Hanoi, Vietnam Telephone:   From outside Vietnam: +84-24-3850-5000 From the U.S.: 011-84-24-3850-5000 From landline within Hanoi: 3850-5000 From mobile or landline within Vietnam: 024-3850-5000

Emergency:   From outside Vietnam: +84-24-3850-5000 or +84-24-3850-5105 From the U.S.: 011-84-24-3850-5000 From landline within Hanoi: 3850-5000 or 3850-5105 From mobile or landline within Vietnam: 024-3850-5000 or 024-3850-5105 Fax: (+84-24) 3850-5010 Email:   [email protected] Facebook

U.S. Consulate General Ho Chi Minh City 4 Le Duan, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Telephone: From outside Vietnam: +84-28-3520-4200 From the U.S.: 011-84-28-3520-4200 From landline within Ho Chi Minh City: 3520-4200 From mobile or landline within Vietnam: 028-3520-4200

Emergency: From outside Vietnam: +84-28-3520-4200 From the U.S.: 011-84-28-3520-4200 From landline within Ho Chi Minh City: 3520-4200 From mobile or landline within Vietnam: 028-3520-4200 Fax: (+84-8) 3520-4244 Email: Contact Us Here

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS WITHIN VIETNAM

Police: 113 Fire brigade: 114 Ambulance: 115

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

Entry Requirements:  You must have a valid passport and a visa (or pre-approval for a visa on arrival) to enter Vietnam. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond your planned stay, and you must have at least one blank visa page (not including the endorsement page). Visit  Mission Vietnam’s website  for the most current information. If you arrive in Vietnam without an appropriate visa (which could be an e-visa) or pre-approval for a visa on arrival, you will be denied entry . The U.S. Mission to Vietnam cannot assist U.S. citizens who arrive in Vietnam without required visas. U.S.-Vietnam dual nationals should consult the Department of State’s information page for Travelers with Dual Nationality and the Embassy of Vietnam for travel requirements. You must enter and exit Vietnam on the same passport. If using a Vietnamese passport to enter and exit the country, your passport must have at least six months’ validity from your return date to the United States.

Visas:   The Government of Vietnam requires a “visa sponsor” for all visa categories, except for E-visa. A visa sponsor is a local business or travel agent to apply for a pre-approval letter with a Vietnamese Immigration Office in Vietnam on behalf of the traveler. Only on receipt of the pre-approval letter can a foreigner apply for an appropriate visa at a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate abroad, or for a visa on arrival. For more information about this process, please visit the website of the Vietnamese Embassy here . When you apply for a visa to enter Vietnam, be sure to request the visa category that corresponds to your purpose of travel. Please refer to  Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs website  for information detailing visa categories. If you plan to work in Vietnam, you must obtain a work permit  before  applying for your visa. If you change the purpose of your visit after you have received your visa, you must obtain a new visa outside of Vietnam appropriate for your new activities before beginning those activities. Under local immigration law, employment-based visas are based on a petition from a specific employer, and workers may be unable to switch jobs without securing a new visa. In addition, employers may prevent the departure of contracted employees from Vietnam if they violate contract terms. Before accepting employment in Vietnam, make sure you understand the conditions of contracts and employment-based visas.

Note that travelers with a U.S. APEC Business Travel Card will still need a valid visa to enter Vietnam.  The United States is a transitional member of APEC and does not reciprocate with other economies regarding full pre-clearance benefits to applicants.  As such, no countries are listed on the back of U.S. APEC Business Travel Cards and card holders are required to present any travel or identity documentation, such as a passport and visa (where applicable), required by Vietnam. If a  U.S. APEC Business Travel Card  holder does not conform to Vietnam’s entry requirements, the card holder may be refused entry.

Please consult  Mission Vietnam’s website  for more information.

Please note that Vietnam requires a valid visa, residence card, or approval from the Immigration Department to leave the country. Immigration officials will apply a fee to replace lost/stolen visas or will assess a fine for any visa overstays. The Government of Vietnam has recently increased the penalties for visa overstays, and fines can be substantial. In addition, the processing of exit visas for cases involving visa overstays can take one to two weeks, and longer for more complex cases.

If your U.S. passport is lost or stolen in Vietnam, you will need both a replacement passport and a replacement Vietnamese visa to legally remain in or depart Vietnam. The U.S. Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City can usually issue you a limited validity replacement passport in as little as one business day for emergency purposes; however, the Vietnamese government requires three to five working days to issue a replacement visa. For lost and stolen passports, immigration officials will also request a police report. You must file a report of a lost or stolen passport with the police in the location where the loss or theft of your passport occurred, or authorities may refuse to accept the report. The U.S. Embassy and the Consulate General cannot expedite the replacement of your Vietnamese visa.

If you plan to travel from Vietnam to Laos by land, you should request that an adhesive visa be affixed to your passport instead of a detachable one. Lao immigration officials require proof that travelers have departed Vietnam, something that can only be shown with an adhesive visa. Vietnamese officials remove detachable visas from passports when travelers depart Vietnam, leaving travelers with no proof of their Vietnam departure. This situation can result in Lao officials requiring travelers to return to Vietnam.  

Pre-approval for Visa on Arrival:   The Government of Vietnam has authorized some businesses and travel agencies to arrange for pre-approval for a “visa on arrival” at the airport. On a receipt of a pre-approval letter, travelers may then travel to Vietnam and apply for a visa upon landing to Vietnam. Please be advised that you should not travel to Vietnam without having been issued a pre-approval letter as it may result in a denial of entry by immigration authorities. To avoid having to rearrange your travel date, please do not make travel arrangement before you receive your pre-approval letter.

E-visa:  U.S. citizens can apply online for an E-visa on the  Vietnam Immigration website . The E-visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days, single or multiple entry, and does not allow for renewal or extension from within the country.   The E-visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days, single or multiple entry, and does not allow for renewal or extension from within the country. An E-visa is usually processed within three to five working days after the Vietnam Immigration Department receives the completed application and E-visa fee. E-visa holders must present the printed E-visa and valid passport at the port of entry. Prior to your travel with an E-visa to Vietnam, we recommend travelers to carefully check their E-visa to make sure all information is correct, and that you will enter/exit Vietnam through a port of entry that you had selected at the time of application. An error on E-visa, including minor differences between the information on the application and the biographical information on the passport, may result in a denial of entry by immigration authorities. The U.S. Embassy and Consulate General are unable to change the information on your E-visa or help expedite the process as Vietnamese E-visa is under the sole jurisdiction of the Vietnamese government. 

Certificate of Visa Exemption:  Vietnamese nationals residing abroad indefinitely, their spouses, and their children may apply for a Certificate of Visa Exemption. The certificate has a maximum validity of five years, during which time the holder can enter Vietnam and stay for up to six months without applying for a visa. More information can be found on the  Vietnam Embassy website .

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Vietnam. 

Immunization information for travelers can be found on the  Centers for Disease and Control’s website .

Information about  dual nationality  or the  prevention of international child abduction  can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our  Customs Information page . 

Safety and Security

The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens overseas always maintain a high level of vigilance and take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness while traveling internationally. Please visit  www.travel.state.gov  for up-to-date information. 

Messages regarding weather-related events are posted  here  and on the Embassy/Consulate General  website . 

While in Vietnam you are subject to Vietnamese laws. U.S. citizenship will not help you avoid arrest or prosecution. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be arrested, expelled, or imprisoned. Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

Vietnamese authorities routinely do not provide timely notification of the arrest of a U.S. citizen to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General or approval for consular officials to visit U.S. citizens. The delays for both – particularly for access – can take several weeks. Note that if you enter Vietnam with a non-U.S. passport, the Government of Vietnam has different notification and access responsibilities for the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General. See our  webpage  for further information. 

Small-scale, peaceful protests occasionally occur in Vietnam’s major cities, but large-scale demonstrations are rare. As in any country, you should avoid large protests, as they can become violent with little or no warning. 

The Government of Vietnam may not allow or authorize travel to certain areas of the country that are deemed sensitive. Check with local authorities before visiting border areas to see if you need to obtain a travel permit issued by local authorities. U.S. citizens have been detained after traveling in areas close to the Vietnamese borders with the People’s Republic of China, Cambodia, and Laos. These areas are not always marked, and there are no warnings about prohibited travel.

Safety standards in Vietnam are not at the same level as those in the United States and vary greatly from company to company and province to province. This is especially true for fire safety codes. Travelers should be aware that many buildings, including hotels, shops, and restaurants, have limited or no fire safety equipment or emergency exits. Ground and water transportation also lack safety regulations. 

Travelers to Vietnam should have no expectation of privacy and should safeguard all personal documents and electronic devices. Exercise caution when discussing sensitive or proprietary information.

Crime:  Crime in Vietnam is rated high. Exercise vigilance and the same commonsense security precautions you would in any major metropolitan city in the United States.  

Violent crime against foreigners is rare; however, petty crimes, such as theft, bag grabs, and pickpocketing occur regularly, especially in crowded areas and tourist locations. Typically, there is a rise in petty crime during the Christmas and Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday seasons, including during the day and in well-lit areas. Motorcyclists are known to snatch bags, cameras, cell phones, and other valuables from individuals riding or walking on the street.   If you are targeted by thieves, do not resist, and report the incident immediately to local police and to the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi or the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City. Keep a tight hold on bags as you enter and exit vehicles and as you walk around. Hold tightly to cell phones when using them outside and lock and stow phones until you actually need to use them.

Some U.S. citizens have reported threats of death or physical injury connected to business-related disputes. You should report such threats to local authorities and if you feel unsafe, you should depart the country. 

Keep your passport and other important valuables in your hotel in a safe or another secured location at all times and carry both photo and digital copies of your passport. You should immediately report the loss or theft of your U.S. passport to the local police and the U.S. Embassy or the U.S. Consulate General. See section on “Visas” for information on what to do if your passport/visa are lost or stolen.

Sexual Assault:  Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment and verbal abuse. Sexual assault, harassment and rape do occur. To minimize the risk avoid travelling alone, especially at night; remain particularly vigilant in less populous areas; and be careful when dealing with strangers or recent acquaintances. Local authorities may not always respond adequately to reports of sexual violence and harassment. If you are the victim of a sexual assault, you should report it immediately to local authorities and to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General. Never leave food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers. Be wary of accepting snacks, beverages, gum, or cigarettes from new acquaintances. These items may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.

Male violence against women and sexual harassment is often ignored by the police. In areas foreigners frequent, women have reported harassment and assault such as men exposing themselves, asking for sexual favors, and groping.

Drugs:  Recreational drugs available in Vietnam can be extremely dangerous and can result in death. Drugs sold in Vietnam may be fake, synthetic, or laced with toxic ingredients undetectable to the buyer. This includes nitrous oxide balloons widely available in nightlife establishments. You should also avoid purchasing liquor or cigarettes from street vendors or strangers, as the authenticity of the contents cannot be assured. 

Victims of Crime:   U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General for assistance. Vietnam’s local equivalent of an emergency line is 113. Local police will issue a report of a crime, but generally will only initiate investigations for crimes they determine serious, which do not always equate with U.S. standards. Investigations can take several months or even years to complete.

In the event you are a victim of a crime, local police will issue a crime report in Vietnamese, but generally will only initiate investigations for crimes they determine serious. While the overall situation is improving, some police have asked for bribes, ostensibly to support local police efforts or to facilitate investigation of a crime. If you are involved in a situation where a police officer is soliciting money, contact American Citizen Services at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General.

See our webpage on  help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

We can: 

• Help you find appropriate medical care. 
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police. 
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent. 
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion. 
• Provide a list of local attorneys.
• Provide information on victim’s compensation programs in the United States. 
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited support in cases of destitution.
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home.
• Replace a stolen or lost passport.

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy or Consulate General for assistance .  Note that local authorities take a different attitude towards domestic violence cases and are hesitant to get involved in cases involving foreigners. Vietnam has very limited infrastructure to support victims of domestic violence.

Tourism:   The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and facilities do not commonly occur. Hazardous areas/activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified either by the host government or by recognized authorities in the field. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is typically available only in/near major cities. First responders are generally unable to access areas outside of major cities to provide urgent medical treatment. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. See our webpage for more  information on insurance providers for overseas coverage .

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties:   You are subject to Vietnamese laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.  Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business. Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Vietnam are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines, or even the death penalty. Police periodically raid nightlife establishments suspected of engaging in the drug trade and during these raids will subject all patrons present to drug testing at the police station. A positive result, regardless of whether drugs were consumed in Vietnam or before entry, may result in criminal charges.

In Vietnam, you may be taken in for questioning if you do not have proper ID, such as a passport or a copy of your visa. Driving under the influence of alcohol resulting in a fatal accident could lead to immediate imprisonment. If you break local laws in Vietnam, your U.S. passport  will not  help you avoid arrest or prosecution. Note that the Vietnamese legal system allows for lengthy criminal investigation periods that can lead to prolonged pre-trial detention; some investigations can last years without any explanation.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. You can be  prosecuted in the United States  for engaging in sexual conduct with children or for using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country regardless of the legality of these activities under the host country’s laws.

Arrest Notification in Vietnam:    If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General immediately. There are often delays in notification by the Vietnamese authorities to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General and officials have been known to delay consular access to prisoners for several weeks. 

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or forfeit them upon return to the United States. See the  U.S. Department of Justice website  for more information.  

Gambling:  Gambling is highly regulated by the government and persons or businesses running games or gambling halls are required to be licensed. The Government of Vietnam pursues cases of running or playing in unlicensed games aggressively. There are currently U.S. citizens serving jail sentences of three to five years because of illegal gambling.

Dual Nationality:  Dual nationality is accepted by the Vietnamese government in some, but not all, circumstances. However, dual nationals should be aware that Vietnam recognizes their Vietnamese citizenship as primary before others. In such cases, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General may be limited in the consular services we are able to provide. U.S. citizens who also hold Vietnamese citizenship and are currently residing in Vietnam may wish to contact local authorities and/or seek competent legal advice on how local laws may affect their status. For detailed information on Vietnamese nationality law and other legal issues visit the  Embassy of Vietnam website . 

Work Authorization:  The Government of Vietnam maintains strict laws with respect to foreign workers. U.S. citizens planning to work in Vietnam should make sure that they are in full compliance with Vietnamese regulations. Penalties can be severe and include deportation, fines, or detention. Vietnam immigration law allows for companies sponsoring foreign employees to exercise control over their employees’ visas, including prohibiting their exit from the country if they have any outstanding debts.

Teaching English:  We advise those considering accepting an English teaching job in Vietnam to carefully review the terms of the contract regarding working and living conditions and to ask for multiple references from persons familiar with the institution, especially former U.S. citizen employees, before committing to contracts. Some U.S. citizens have reported their employers have reneged on contract terms, including offering significantly lower salaries than agreed or seizing their passports, and employers have caused complications with the exit visa process for employees who quit, complicating the exit visas required to depart the country. 

Hotels:  Hotels in Vietnam require you to present your passport (and visas, if issued separately) upon check-in so that your stay can be registered with local police. Every guest in a hotel room or private residence must be registered, regardless of nationality. If you stay at a private residence (i.e., at the residence of family or friends), you must comply with registration requirements by visiting the local police station and registering your stay within 24 hours. Some provinces allow registration online.

Exports:  Vietnamese law prohibits the export of antiques. However, these laws are vague and unevenly enforced. Customs authorities may inspect and seize your antiques without compensating you, and the determination of what is an “antique” can be arbitrary. If you purchase non-antique items of value, you should retain receipts and confirmation from shop owners and/or the Ministry of Culture and the Customs Department to prevent seizure when you leave the country.  

Imports:  Vietnamese authorities have seized documents, audio and video tapes, compact discs, literature, and personal letters they deem to be pornographic or political in nature or intended for religious or political proselytizing. It is illegal to import weapons, ammunition, explosives, military equipment and tools (including uniforms), narcotics, drugs, toxic chemicals, pornographic and subversive materials, firecrackers, or children's toys that have "negative effects on personality development, social order, and security."    For up-to-date information on Vietnam Customs information, please visit the  Vietnam Customs website .

Freedom of Expression:   The Government of Vietnam maintains strict control over all forms of political speech, particularly dissent or speech it deems as critical of the government and/or party. U.S. citizens have been detained, tried, and convicted for political activities (including criticizing the government or its domestic/foreign policies or advocating alternatives to Communist Party rule), possession of political material, and non-sanctioned religious activities (including proselytizing). Authorities have also detained U.S. citizens for posting messages on blogs or online chatrooms that are perceived to be political or critical of the government. U.S. citizens of Vietnamese descent should be especially careful with their online postings. Review the latest version of the  Vietnam Human Rights Report  for the latest information on Freedom of Expression in Vietnam.

Association with Groups:   Persons whom the Government of Vietnam perceives to be associated with dissident or political groups may be denied entry to Vietnam, prevented from departing, detained, interrogated, placed under surveillance, or even tried and convicted. Note that if arrested, you could be subject to lengthy detention without access to an attorney or family members. U.S. citizens of Vietnamese descent should be especially careful about associating with dissident groups. U.S. citizen travelers have been summoned by immigration or local security officials for reasons that are unclear or not explicitly related to any suspected or alleged violation of law. We recommend that U.S. citizens finding themselves in this situation contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General immediately for further information and/or assistance.

Photography: Taking photographs of anything that could be perceived as being of military Taking photographs of anything that could be perceived as being of military or security interest may result in questioning by authorities, fines, or delayed travel. You should be cautious when traveling near military bases and avoid photography in these areas.     Disputes: The Vietnamese government has occasionally seized the passports and blocked the departure of foreigners involved in commercial disputes. U.S. citizens whose passports have been seized by Vietnamese authorities should contact the Embassy or Consulate General for assistance . 

Civil Procedures:  Civil procedures in Vietnam, such as marriage, divorce, documenting the birth of a child, and issuance of death certificates, are highly bureaucratic and can be slow. Local authorities may refuse a request to include a non-Vietnamese name on a birth certificate. In addition, for those wishing to get married in Vietnam, you will need a notarized affidavit of single status. Please contact the  Vietnamese Embassy in Washington, D.C. , or the  Vietnamese Consulate General in San Francisco  or  Houston  concerning documentary requirements for these services. Enforcement of civil orders is frequently difficult or non-existent. 

Women Travelers:   See our travel tips for  Women Travelers . 

LGBTQI+ Rights:  There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or in attending LGBTIQ+ events in Vietnam. See   our  LGBTQI+ Travel Information  page and section 6 of our  Human Rights report   for further details.

Accessibility: Most public places and public transportation are  not  accessible to persons with disabilities. Sidewalks, curb ramps, restrooms, road crossings, and tourist areas are not equipped to assist such individuals. New, modern buildings and facilities in larger urban cities are regularly built with ramps and accessible entryways. 

Students: See our  Students Abroad  page and  FBI travel tips .

Medical facilities in Vietnam, including emergency response services, frequently do not meet international standards and may lack medicine and supplies. We strongly recommend travelers purchase medical evacuation insurance before visiting Vietnam.

• Medical personnel generally speak little or no English. Doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment for health services. You may obtain lists of local English-speaking physicians from the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi or the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City from our  website . 
• International health clinics in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City can treat minor illnesses and injuries, but more serious problems often require medical evacuation to other cities in the region. 
• Although you can purchase many prescription and non-prescription medications at pharmacies, some common U.S. medications may not be available. You should bring adequate supplies of medications for the duration of your stay in Vietnam and ensure with the Ministry of Health that the medicine you need is allowed to enter Vietnam. You should carry a copy of your prescription if carrying medicine in a travel case or container.
• We strongly recommend travelers purchase medical evacuation insurance before visiting Vietnam. 
• Travelers to Vietnam are at risk of the following diseases: Tuberculosis, Dengue Fever, Zika, Avian Influenza (H5N1), and HIV. You can find detailed information on vaccinations and other health precautions on the  CDC website .  

We do not pay medical bills. The U.S. government cannot pay medical bills and does not provide medical assistance. Also, be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept upfront payments. See our webpage for more  information on insurance providers for overseas coverage . Visit the  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas. If covered by TriCare, check the TriCare website ( https://www.tricare.mil/ ) for additional information about overseas coverage. 

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation as it can cost many thousands of dollars. Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. 

It is extremely important  that travelers have sufficient funds and/or insurance to cover any potential medical costs.  Frequently hospitals will hold onto a patient’s passport as collateral for payment, and patients may have difficulty getting their passport back without paying their medical bills in full.  Patients who do not pay their medical bills in full also run the risk of being barred from departing the country.  

Vaccinations: Be up-to-date on all  vaccinations  recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

Air quality: Air pollution is a significant problem in Vietnam’s major cities, and you should consult your doctor prior to travel and consider the impact that seasonal smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you. To obtain information on the air quality in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, please follow the link to the Environmental Protection Agency’s  AirNow website . Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City’s Air Quality Index (AQI) can be observed either by clicking on the Vietnam location on the map, or by selecting Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City in the “Select a City” option on the upper right part of the page. The page provides AQI over the last 24-hour period as well as pollutant concentration and a downloadable historical document. 

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety: Traffic in Vietnam is dangerous, chaotic, and undisciplined. Road conditions are poor; traffic accidents are the leading cause of death, severe injury, and emergency evacuation of foreigners in Vietnam. Long-distance buses and trains do not meet U.S. safety standards. Buses and trucks are often overloaded and travel at high speeds with little regard to other modes of road transportation.  

Traffic Laws:  Driving in Vietnam is not comparable to driving in other countries. Vietnamese drivers routinely ignore traffic laws, causing traffic fatalities on a daily basis. We strongly discourage you from operating a motorcycle or scooter in Vietnam. Vietnamese drivers and pedestrians may not behave in a manner to which Americans are accustomed. If you do choose to operate a motorcycle or scooter in Vietnam, wear a helmet and  always  yield to larger vehicles. Motor bike fatalities are a leading cause of death or serious injury among foreign nationals visiting or living in Vietnam, with several fatalities having occurred on major roads and rural routes within the past year. If you are the victim of a serious motor bike accident in Vietnam, the prognosis for full recovery and survival is low due to Vietnam’s poor medical infrastructure. A motorbike license is required to operate a motorcycle or scooter in Vietnam. Motor scooter drivers without a license can be held criminally liable for injuries to or death of a victim in an accident, and you may be held in custody for an extended period of time without the ability to speak to family or a lawyer during the investigation. 

Pedestrians should always look carefully  in both directions  before crossing streets, even when using a marked crosswalk with a green “walk” light illuminated or when crossing what is believed to be a one-way street. When walking on sidewalks, be mindful of scooters that may be behind you. Vietnamese commonly drive their scooters against traffic and on sidewalks. 

Because the United States is not a party to the Convention on Road Traffic, international driving permits and U.S. drivers’ licenses are  not valid  in Vietnam. Foreigners renting vehicles risk fines, prosecution, and/or imprisonment for driving without a Vietnamese license endorsed for the appropriate vehicle. If you wish to drive in Vietnam, contact the Provincial Public Transportation Service of the Vietnamese Department of Communications and Transport to obtain a Vietnamese driver’s license. Note that you may be required to take a medical examination as part of the driver license application process. 

For more information, please refer to Vietnam’s national tourism office website.

Public Transportation:

Bus System:  While Vietnam does have an extensive bus system, buses can be overcrowded and are often driven with little or no regard for passenger safety. 

For-hire vehicles:   Major taxi companies tend to be reliable. Occasionally boutique taxi companies have rigged meters, particularly on routes to and from the international airports. Exercise caution in choosing ground transportation upon arrival at the airport in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Some travelers have reported being robbed by drivers who greeted them upon arrival with a placard showing the traveler's name. If you are expecting to be picked up, ask the company for the driver’s name, phone number, and license plate number before you travel. Areas outside of large cities typically have only rudimentary public transportation and often do not have metered taxis. Travelers are advised to use caution in these situations. 

We strongly discourage the use of motorcycle taxis (known as “xe om”). Motorcycle taxis are unregulated and unsafe, and the helmets provided to riders offer little to no protection against injury in the case of an accident. 

Smartphone-based for-hire vehicle services:  GrabTaxi and local taxi companies are readily available, accessible via Smartphone apps, and routinely utilized by foreigners and locals. 

Aviation Safety Oversight: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Vietnam’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the  FAA’s safety assessment page .

Maritime Travel: Mariners planning travel to Vietnam should also check for  U.S. maritime advisories and alerts . Information may also be posted to the  U.S. Coast Guard homeport website , and the  National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) broadcast warnings website  portal.

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Vietnamese Electronic Visa is a kind of approval letter granted by Vietnamese Immigration Authority provisions to visit Vietnam on short terms stay.

Vietnam E-visa is an electronic visa and valid to stay up to maximum 30/90 days on single or Multiple entry basis.

All listed foreign nationals are eligible to apply eVisa who want to visit Vietnam. Applicant can apply personally through our secured channel or via approved agencies or Embassy/Consulate. This portal provides an access to apply and process on behalf of applicant request through various error free security method.

E-visa fee and processing fee is paid via online payment gateway is protected by E Services. Once visa is issued and will not be refunded. For more details visit terms and condition.

List of Eligible Countries that allowed to apply eVisa.

List of Ports that allowed foreigners enter and exit Vietnam by E-visa.

Requirement for being granted e-visa:

• All citizen of foreign nationals.
• Holding valid passport;
• Not falling into the any criminal cases prescribed in Article 21 of Law on foreigners' entry into, exit from, transit through, residence in Vietnam.

How to Apply:

• For All foreigners, Apply Now

E-visa holders in Vietnam may be considered to get new visa if being invited/guaranteed by authority/organization/individual in Vietnam in accordance with Law on foreigners' entry into, exit from, transit through, residence in Vietnam.

Foreigners who entry Vietnam must comply with Vietnamese law.

Recent Update - Visa Policy:

All Vietnam destinations are open. No self-isolation is required. Here are key points of the new guidelines: Vietnam eVisa + travel insurance now accepted for entry.

Basic entry requirements:

• Valid Travel insurance with coverage of COVID-19 treatment must. Minimum insurance cover value of USD 10000.  
• All foreign nationals must Downloaded PC-Covid mobile app ( Apple / Google Play ) which must be shown at all checkpoint.
• Foreigners are requested to self-monitor yourself at least 10 days from the date of entry and notify to nearest medical centre if you experience any sign of COVID-19.
• Social Distance, Surgical mask and sanitizer are required at all the times. Children under two are allowed to outdoor when accompanied by adults.

Applying procedure for getting eVisa

• Minimum requirement. Prepare the required materials: High resolution Photo without glasses and facing straight view. Passport Data Page (Front Page) Passport validity for at least six months. Your temporary staying address in Vietnam and entry/exit port name. Debit or credit card for payment.
• Click Apply Now button and fill the requested information as per your passport details.
• Upload your selfie photo and passport front page on the form completely. Submit your form.
• Pay the requested visa and process fees for verifying document and validation of your application.
• Within four to five working days, you should receive updates of your application via email and you can download eVisa through track section.

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Do I need a visa to go to Vietnam?

Aug 10, 2023 • 6 min read

Here's what you need to know about visa requirements for Vietnam © Matthew Micah Wright / Getty Images

Whether you’re planning to bask on the beaches, scramble through the jungles, time-travel in historic townships or set up as a digital nomad in hip Hanoi, the chances are you’ll need a visa to visit Vietnam , except for short visits of less than 15 days.

But there’s good news – while there’s red tape to wriggle through, many nationalities can apply for an E-Visa online, saving time and money.

Vietnam imposed tight COVID restrictions at the height of the pandemic, but these days, you can visit without a Covid test or proof of vaccination. Getting hold of a visa has also become easier, with a dedicated government portal for E-Visa applications. Here’s what you need to know about the entry requirements for Vietnam.

Who needs a visa to visit Vietnam?

Whether or not you need a visa to visit Vietnam will depend on where you live and how long you’re planning to stay. Citizens of neighboring nations in Southeast Asia, including Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Laos, can visit for 30 days without a visa. Citizens of the Philippines can stay for 21 days visa-free, citizens of South Korea and Japan can stay without a visa for 15 days and citizens of Brunei and Myanmar can stay visa-free for 14 days.

How about travelers from Europe?

There’s good news for European travelers – citizens of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland can travel visa-free for 15 days, reflecting the fact that these countries were among the first foreign powers to recognize the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. British, German, French, Spanish and Russian citizens can also visit without a visa for 15 days.

What about everyone else?

Travelers from the rest of Europe and the rest of the world will need a visa to visit Vietnam, as will travelers from visa-exempt countries visiting for more than the approved number of days, and visitors coming for business or other non-tourism purposes.

How do I get a visa?

There are three ways to get hold of a visa. You can apply the old-fashioned way via the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in your home country (either in person or by post); you can apply for a Visa on Arrival via a Vietnamese visa agency; or you can apply for an E-Visa online before you travel.

How long are Vietnam visas valid?

Standard tourist visas are valid for 30 or 90 days. You can apply for either a single entry or multiple entries, and visas can be extended within Vietnam for an additional fee. For visas for business trips, contact your local Vietnamese embassy or consulate – there’s a list of overseas missions on the website of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs . Digital nomads generally travel on tourist visas. 

What are the special visa rules for Phu Quoc Island?

Travelers visiting Phu Quoc – Vietnam’s best-loved tropical island – can stay for up to 30 days visa-free. This applies even if you don’t come from a visa-exempt country, but you must enter Phu Quoc by air. On arrival, you can apply for a visa allowing entry to the rest of Vietnam or stays of more than 30 days.

How do I apply for an E-Visa?

The government’s slightly confusing E-Visa portal is the place to apply for an electronic visa. These visas are valid for 30 days and allow a single entry. You can enter via any approved air, land, or sea border but the port of entry must be listed on your application. The process takes three working days, and the scheme is open to citizens of 80 countries, including most nations in Europe, the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

You’ll need to provide a high-resolution digital passport photo and a scan of your passport ID pages when you apply. Be sure to note down the registration number for your application – you’ll need this to access the downloadable PDF file containing your visa (print and carry two copies with you when you travel). 

How do I apply for a Visa on Arrival?

If you fly into Vietnam and land at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City , Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi , or Da Nang International Airport in Da Nang , you can apply for a Visa on Arrival via an online visa agency such as Vietnam Visa Center or Vietnam Visa , but this is a more expensive option. 

In fact, this is a two-part process. As well as paying a fee for the online application, you’ll need to pay a second fee on arrival in Vietnam for the visa to be physically added to your passport. The online application takes two working days to process, but you can also pay extra for an expedited one-day or four-hour service.

How much does a Vietnam visa cost?

Visa prices vary depending on where you obtain your visa – travelers who apply online pay different fees to people applying in person or by post at embassies and consulates. For a standard 30-day E-Visa, the fee is US$25. Contact your local embassy or consulate for fees for in-person or postal applications.

To get a Visa on Arrival, you must first pay a fee to a visa agency for a "visa pre-approval letter". For a single-entry visa, this costs around US$17 for 30 days and US$25 for 90 days. For a multiple-entry visa, the fee is around US$20 for 30 days and US$65 for 90 days.

You’ll need to pay a second fee, known as a "Stamping Fee", when you reach Vietnam, using foreign currency. This costs US$25 for a single-entry visa and US$50 for a multiple-entry visa. Different fees apply for visitors from most of Africa and the Middle East and some countries in Asia.

Applying for a visa – the practicalities

Whether you apply online or in person at your local embassy or consulate, your passport should be valid for at least six months after your proposed date of exit from Vietnam. You can enter on or after the date of entry you declare on the application form, but you must still exit by the expiry date printed on your visa.

If you apply in person or by post, you’ll also need to provide some passport photos with your application form. If you apply online, you’ll need high quality digital passport photos; for a Visa on Arrival, bring two 4cm by 6cm photos to hand over when you pay the stamping fee. 

Can I extend my visa in Vietnam?

It isn’t too tricky to extend a tourist visa while in Vietnam, but you’ll need to enlist the help of a local visa agency. The procedure can take up to a week and you must apply before your original visa expires. It may be possible to get an extension of 15, 30 or 60 days, depending on the visa you currently hold.

Fees vary from agency to agency and depend on the duration of the extension. In practice, extensions are easiest to arrange in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Danang and Hue . Note that additional fees apply if you apply to extend your visa in a different location to the city where you first arrived in Vietnam.

This article was first published March 2021 and updated August 2023

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How to Apply for Vietnam eVisa: A Step-by-Step Guide (with screenshots)

Updated: October 25, 2023 6 Comments

As of 2023, Vietnam eVisa is the only visa option available for travelers to Vietnam. Vietnam introduced its eVisa in 2017. Started as a pilot program with just a handful of countries, today Vietnam eVisa is available for all nationalities.

After the pandemic, Vietnam discontinued its Visa on Arrival (VOA) option. That means the eVisa is the only Vietnam visa option available for tourists.

Vietnam eVisa can be single-entry or multiple-entry and valid for a maximum of 90 days. You must enter and exit Vietnam within the validity of the eVisa.

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Nationalities eligible for vietnam evisa.

All nationalities are eligible to apply for Vietnam eVisa. Previously it was available for 80 nationalities. Since 15 August 2023, Vietnam eVisa is available to all nationalities.

Passport validity required for Vietnam eVisa

Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the validity of your Vietnam eVisa. Add 30 days to the expiration of your eVisa to calculate the passport validity required. 

Vietnam eVisa validity

Vietnam eVisa is issued for a maximum of 90 days. You must enter and exit Vietnam within the validity of your eVisa. 

When you arrive in Vietnam, the immigration officer will stamp the date on your passport by which you must leave Vietnam. This date is usually the same as your eVisa expiration date. 

To get the most out of your eVisa, enter on the first day of your eVisa or at least as soon as your eVisa validity begins. Leave on the last day of your eVisa or at least as close to the expiration date as possible. 

Documents needed before filling out the application

Before starting your Vietnam eVisa application, have these documents ready.

• Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the validity of the Vietnam eVisa
• Photo must show the entire face
• Photo must be straight-looking without glasses
• Photo must be about 4 x 6 cm in dimensions
• Photo must be in JPG format only
• Photo or scan must show all details including photo, personal details and the machine-readable ICAO line
• Photo or scan must be in JPG format only
• A credit or debit card for visa fee

Word of caution on Vietnam eVisa scams

There are many fake Vietnam eVisa websites on the internet charging over $100 USD for eVisa. Reputed visa agents are also charging astronomical prices. Do not fall prey to these websites.

There is ONLY ONE OFFCIAL Vietnam eVisa website. The URL is below.

OFFICIAL Vietnam eVisa website: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/trang-chu-ttdt  

Steps to apply for Vietnam eVisa

Follow the below steps to fill out the Vietnam eVisa application.

• Go to the Vietnam eVisa Portal
• Click on “FOR FOREIGNERS”

You will be taken to the “For outside foreigners personally applying for E-visa” page. 

Instructions

Read through all the instructions on this page. 

When finished, check the box for “Confirmation of reading carefully instructions and having completed application”.

Click on the “Next” button.

You will be taken to the “Fulfill foreigner’s information” page.

STEP 1: Fulfill foreigner’s information

Section: foreigner’s images.

Upload the following in the “Foreigner’s images” section.

• Portrait photography [ Comment: Click anywhere on the sample photo or on the “Select” button to upload a digital passport-size portrait photo]
• Passport data page image [ Comment: Click anywhere on the sample passport image or on the “Select” button to upload a scanned copy of your passport ID page]

Section: PERSONAL INFORMATION (PNR)

• Surname [ Comment: Enter your surname as it appears in your passport]
• Given name [ Comment: Enter your given name as it appears in your passport. If you have a first name and middle name, combine them together and enter them here]
• Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) [ Comment: Enter your date of birth as it appears in your passport in DD/MM/YYYY format]
• Place of Birth [ Comment: Enter your place of birth as it appears in your passport]
• Sex [ Comment: Select male or female from the options]
• Current nationality [ Comment: Select your current nationality, i.e. country of your passport]
• Religion [ Comment: Enter your religion]
• ID Card number [ Comment: This is a non-mandatory field, so you can leave this blank or simply enter your passport number]
• Email [ Comment: Enter your email where you would like to receive your approved Vietnam eVisa]
• Re-enter email [ Comment: Re-enter your email to confirm]
• Have you ever used any other passports to enter into Viet Nam? [ Comment: Select “No”. If you have used an old passport to enter Vietnam before, select “Yes” and enter the details]
• Do you have multiple nationalities? [ Comment: Select “No”. Select “Yes” if you have multiple nationalities]
• Violations of the Vietnamese laws/regulations (if any) [ Comment: Select “No”. Select “Yes” if you have violated any Vietnamese laws previously]

Section: REQUESTED INFORMATION

• Single-entry
• Multiple-entry
• Grant Evisa valid from (DD/MM/YYYY) [ Comment: Enter your expected date of arrival in Vietnam in DD/MM/YYYY format. Your eVisa validity starts from this date]
• To (DD/MM/YYYY) [ Comment: If you know your date of departure, then enter the date here. Otherwise , leave it as is. There is a question later in the form on the validity of eVisa and this field gets auto-populated based on the days you enter in that field]

NOTE The above fields “Grant Evisa valid from” and “To” are redundant and confusing. The information you enter in these two fields is overridden later by fields within the “INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRIP” section. So leave these two fields as is for now and continue. They get populated correctly when you get to the “INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRIP” section.

PASSPORT INFORMATION

• Type [ Comment: Select “Ordinary passport” from the list]
• Passport number [ Comment: Enter your passport number]
• Issuing Authority/Place of issue [ Comment: Enter the issuing authority as per your passport OR enter the country of your passport]
• Date of issue [ Comment: Enter your passport issue date]
• Expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY) [ Comment: Enter your passport expiration date]
• Do you hold any other valid passports? [ Comment: Select “No”. Select “Yes” if you hold more than one valid passport and enter the details]

CONTACT INFORMATION

• Permanent residential address [ Comment: Enter your permanent residential address]
• Contact address [ Comment: Enter your current mailing address]

Emergency contact

• Full name [ Comment: Enter your emergency contact’s full name]
• Current residential address [ Comment: Enter your emergency contact’s residential address]
• Telephone number [ Comment: Enter your emergency contact’s telephone number]
• Relationship [ Comment: Enter your emergency contact’s relationship with you. Ex: Wife, husband, father, daughter, etc.]
• Occupation [ Comment: This is a non-mandatory field. Enter your occupation in general terms]

NOTE: Occupation To avoid any misunderstandings or political issues, do not mention your profession in a way that sounds like journalism. Ex: writer, blogger, journalist, reporter, press, etc. Use more neutral-sounding professions such as software, marketing, teaching, student, business, housewife, etc.

Occupation Information

• Name of Company/Agent/School [ Comment: Enter the name of your company (employer), business, university, etc.]
• Position/Course of study [ Comment: Enter your position or title if you are employed or running a business. Enter your course of study if you are a student]
• Address [ Comment: Enter the address of your employer, business, university, etc]
• Telephone number [ Comment: Enter the phone number of your employer, business, university, etc]

INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRIP

• Purpose of entry [ Comment: Select “tourism” from the options]

Agency/Organization/Individual that the applicant plans to contact when enter into Viet Nam

• [If traveling as a tourist, there is no need to enter anything here. If visiting Vietnam for business, enter the necessary details]

Information about the trip

• Intended length of stay in Vietnam (number of days) [ Comment: This will be 30 by default. Change it to whatever days you need. Maximum is 90 days. If you want to get a 90-day visa, change this field to 90]
• Intended date of entry (DD/MM/YYYY) [ Comment: Enter the date on which you plan to enter Vietnam. This will be the start date of your eVisa. Updating this field will also update the fields “Grant Evisa valid from” and “To” in the REQUESTED INFORMATION section above]
• Allowed to entry through checkpoint [ Comment: Select the airport or land border from the options at which you plan to enter Vietnam. This does not matter for the eVisa but airlines may not let you board if your arrival airport is different from the checkout point mentioned in your eVisa]
• Exit through checkpoint [ Comment: Enter the airport or land border from which you plan to exit Vietnam. This usually doesn’t matter for eVisa or the airline. You can exit from any airport or land border]
• Intended temporary residential address in Viet Nam [ Comment: Enter your hotel address in Vietnam. If you haven’t booked one already, just enter any hotel address. If you plan to book one for the eVisa, I suggest booking a fully-refundable hotel]
• City/Province [ Comment: Enter the city/province of your hotel address]
• Phone number [ Comment: Enter the phone number of your hotel]
• Have you been to Viet Nam in the last 01 year? [ Comment: If you have been to Vietnam in the last 01 year, select “Yes” and enter the details. Otherwise, select “No”]
• Do you have relatives who currently reside in Viet Nam? [ Comment: Select “No”. If you have relatives in Vietnam, select “Yes” and enter their details]

UNDER 14 YEAR OLD ACCOMPANYING CHILD(REN) INCLUDED IN YOUR PASSPORT (IF ANY)

Use this section to enter any under-14-year-old children included in your passport. If not, skip this section.

TRIP’S EXPENSES, INSURANCE

• Intended expenses (in USD) [ Comment: Enter the amount you plan to spend for this trip including airfare, etc. in USD]
• The applicant
• Other agency/organization/individual
• Credit card
• Traveller’s cheques
• Does the applicant have health insurance arranged for their stay in Viet Nam? [ Comment: Health insurance is not mandatory, so you can simply select “No”. If you already have health insurance, select “Yes” and enter details]

After completing the above sections, check the box for “I assure that I have truthfully declared all relevant details”.

Enter the Captcha and click on the “Review application form” button. 

You will be shown a popup with your “registration code”. You need this registration code to look up the status or download your approved eVisa. 

Click on the red “OK” button.

You will be taken to the “Review application form” page. 

Registration code will also be sent to your email. Save this email or write down your registration code to track the application status. 

STEP 2: Review application form

Review all the information you have entered on the previous page. Go through each of the sections to make sure the information you have entered is correct and accurate. 

If everything looks good, click on the “Payment” button.

You will be taken to the “payment details” page.

STEP 3: Payment details

On the payment details page, review your details to make sure they are correct and accurate. You cannot change these details past this step. So take a moment to review them again.

Check the box for “I agree” and click on the “Pay e-visa fee” button.

You will be taken to the “Payment options” page.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

On this page, you will see two options.

• PAY BY ATM CARD

PAY BY VISA / MASTERCARD / JCB / AMEX

If paying by credit card, click on the “PAY BY VISA / MASTERCARD / JCB / AMEX” option.

Then click on Visa, Mastercard, etc. depending on your credit card.

You will taken to the “PAY BY VISA / MASTERCARD / JCB / AMEX” page.

On this page, enter your credit card details and click on the green “Continue” button.

Confirm Popup

Read through the information on the popup and click on the blue “I agree” button.

You will be taken to the payment success page. 

Payment Success

After the payment, you will be taken to the payment success page. This page confirms that your Vietnam eVisa application has been successfully submitted. You can close this window for now.

Check your email inbox. You will receive an email notification confirming your eVisa payment and submission. 

Check Vietnam eVisa status

Vietnam eVisa processing time is 3 working days. You can check your Vietnam eVisa status by following the below steps. 

Go to the Vietnam eVisa portal application status page. 

Enter the following details in the “Check application status and download E-Visa” section.

• Registration code [ Comment: Enter the registration code of your Vietnam eVisa application. If you don’t remember, check your email]
• Email [ Comment: Enter the email that you have used for your Vietnam eVisa application]
• Date of birth [ Comment: Enter the date of birth as it appears in your passport in DD/MM/YYYY format]

Enter the Captcha and click on the “Search” button.

Your application status will be displayed right below on the same page.

If your application status is “In processing”, then your application is still in process.

If your application is “Granted visa”, then your Vietnam eVisa is approved

Download approved Vietnam eVisa

When your eVisa is approved, you will receive an email notifying you that your Vietnam eVisa has been approved. 

The subject line or the body of the email does not clearly indicate that your eVisa is approved. Instead, it will simply say “announcement result” or “application processed”. Your approved eVisa pdf will not be in the email either.

You will have to go back to the Vietnam eVisa portal and download your approved eVisa. 

Follow the below steps to download your approved Vietnam eVisa.

Go to the Vietnam E-Visa portal application status page. 

• Registration code [ Comment: Enter the registration code of your Vietnam eVisa application. If you don’t remember, check your email]

Your approved eVisa details and the button to download the eVisa will be displayed right below on the same page. 

Click on the “Click here ↓ print visa” button to download your eVisa.

Print and carry your approved eVisa when you travel. Or download it as a PDF on your phone and show it to the airline staff or Vietnam immigration officer when asked. 

That’s it, folks! Make sure to carry a print of your Vietnam eVisa when you travel. 

If you are having any troubles with your Vietnam eVisa application, comment below. I will try to help.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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01. Apply for your visa

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Book your hotel from Booking.com . Booking.com has pretty much every hotel, hostel and guesthouse from every destination.

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05. Purchase your insurance

Purchase travel medical insurance for your trip from SafetyWing . Insurance from SafetyWing covers COVID-19 and also comes with a visa letter which you can use for your visas.

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Vietnam visa requirements and application process – how to apply.

Visiting Vietnam is an excellent option for people looking for a new experience. From sunny beaches to delicious cuisine and vibrant cultural attractions, Vietnam is a rewarding destination.

Before traveling, it is important to know the Vietnam visa requirements. These steps will help you navigate the process.

Do I Need a Visa for Vietnam?

Most visitors will need a visa to enter Vietnam. People in many African countries and parts of Asia are exempt from Vietnam visa requirements . Citizens of North American and European countries will need to obtain a visa.

Why? Visas are required by most countries for citizens of other countries to enter. Some governments require visitors to obtain a visa prior to arriving, while others issue visas to people upon arrival. Vietnam visa requirements are actually a combination of these two approaches. Visitors must apply in advance for a visa approval letter, and then obtain the official visa stamp in their passports upon arrival in the country. Fortunately, the application for a visa approval letter can be completed and submitted online.

How to Do a Vietnam Visa Application Online

To make the process easier for you, Vietnam Visa is here to help you with the process of obtaining a visa for travel to Vietnam. Our online application is quick and easy, as well as fully supported by our knowledgeable staff. We recommend you choose to get a visa on arrival, as picking up your visa at all Vietnamese international airports is simple and convenient. Just follow the online process beforehand, and you will be ready to get your visa stamp in Vietnam.

Here’s how to apply for a Vietnam Visa online in 4 easy steps:

Here’s how to apply for a Vietnam Visa online in 4 easy steps:

Get started by filling out the secure online form . This step is necessary for obtaining an approval letter, which you will need to show upon arrival in Vietnam to get your visa stamp.

Fill in the application using the correct information regarding your name, passport number, date of birth, nationality, gender, and arrival date. We accept most major credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Confirm and pay. Vietnam visa fees are quite reasonable. For the visa approval letter, you pay a fee online, $17 and up, depending on the type of visa and how many you are requesting. You will also pay a fee upon arrival for the visa stamp. This will cost an additional $25 for a single entry visa and $50 for multiple entries. The stamping fee is paid in cash in either Vietnamese dong or US dollars, so be prepared to have the correct fee amount before you depart for Vietnam.

Make sure your passport has plenty of blank pages for visa stamps before you leave. Also, be sure that your passport will have at least six months of validity remaining at the date of your arrival in Vietnam. If your passport is nearing its expiration date, get it renewed well before you leave.

Receive and print the approval letter. As soon as you submit your application and payment, we will start processing your visa request. Once you have submitted your online application for a visa approval letter, you will typically receive the approval letter via email within 2 business days. It is very important that you print the letter, in color if possible, and bring it with you. It is a good idea to keep your visa approval letter with your passport, so you know where it is and can conveniently find it when you arrive at the airport in Vietnam.

You will also need to prepare and bring at least two (4cm x 6cm) passport photos.

Get your visa stamp upon arrival at one of four Vietnam international airports. Travelers arriving at airports in Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City or Nha Trang, are required to complete an Entry/Exit form (available at the airports or by previous download from our website). You will then present your approval letter, passport, photos, and cash payment for the stamping fee in order to receive the visa stamp in your passport.

Just follow the signs and instructions at the airport, and you will be ready for a rewarding visit.

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Travelers can also apply for visas to visit Vietnam through their local Vietnam Embassies. For further details on applying through an embassy, please visit Vietnam Embassies worldwide.

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Tourist Visa In Vietnam: A Simple Guide

Planning a jaunt to the land of ascending dragons and wondering about the visa dance?

You’re in the right place!

This guide will demystify the nitty-gritty of securing a tourist visa to Vietnam, ensuring you can focus on the fun stuff—like which breathtaking locale to visit first!

Let’s dive in!

Visa Fees For A Tourist Visa

The visa fees can vary depending on several factors, including your nationality, the type of visa you are applying for, the duration of your stay, and the application method. The general visa fees are:

Types Of Visa

• A single entry visa costs 606,000 VND .
• A multiple-entry visa costs 1,210,000 VND .

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Vietnam set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Vietnamese Embassy in the UK.

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Vietnam.

If you show symptoms of COVID-19 on arrival, you must notify the health agency at the border gates.

Passport validity requirements

If you’re visiting Vietnam, your passport must have:

• an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the day you arrive
• at least 2 blank pages
• no damage – British nationals have been denied entry and exit due to passport damage

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Checks at border control

Make sure you get your passport stamped.

Check the visa expiry date written in your passport is correct before leaving border control.

Visa requirements

If you plan to stay in Vietnam for 45 days or fewer, you do not need a visa for:

• business travel – but not paid or voluntary work

You must have a visa for longer stays or if you’re entering Vietnam for other reasons.

Applying for a visa or e-visa

Tourists staying more than 45 days can:

• book with a travel agent in Vietnam and ask them to apply for a visa preapproval letter – your agent will tell you when to collect your visa from the embassy
• apply for an e-visa that allows a 90-day stay and multiple entries – e-visas restrict you to entry and exit points you select when you apply
• apply for other visa types from the Vietnamese Embassy in the UK

The British Embassy will not assist with visa extensions or sponsor visa applications.

If you get an e-visa while in Vietnam, you must exit the country and re-enter to start your e-visa.

To stay longer (to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons), you must meet the Vietnam government’s entry requirements. Check which type of visa or work permit you need with the Vietnam Immigration Department .

Read about visas and work permits if you live in Vietnam .

If you overstay your visa or work illegally, you may be delayed from travel until you pay a fine, and you could be deported and prevented from visiting Vietnam in the future.

Extend a non-tourist visa through the Vietnam Immigration Department .

Travelling through Vietnam

If you transfer from an international flight to a domestic one in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, you must go through immigration and enter Vietnam. You must do this even if your final destination is outside Vietnam.

Check with your airline before departing.

Vaccination requirements

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Vietnam guide .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Vietnam . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

If you’re taking prescription medication into Vietnam, carry it in your hand luggage with a copy of the prescription. If it has a total import value greater than 100 US dollars, you must declare it at customs. For information about restrictions on medication, see Health .

Taking money into or out of Vietnam

If you’re taking cash into or out of Vietnam, you must declare amounts over:

• 15 million Vietnamese dong
• 5,000 US dollars (or the same amount in other currencies)

If you’re leaving the country with more than these amounts, declare the money at customs and show either:

• confirmation you’re carrying cash abroad, issued by an authorised credit institution
• written approval to carry cash, issued by the State Bank of Vietnam

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Do you need a visa to visit vietnam.

Yes, most visitors to Vietnam must have a Vietnam visa to enter the country . However, there are some exceptions for citizens of certain countries who are eligible for visa exemptions or visa on arrival. It is important to check the specific visa requirements based on your nationality before traveling to Vietnam, then plan ahead and apply for a visa well in advance to avoid any last-minute complications.

Please note that if your nationality is not on the free visa list, you won’t be able to go to Vietnam without a visa obtained. The main reason for 80% of travelers who have to cancel or delay their trip to Vietnam is not applying for a visa to the country. Here are some examples on social media about tourists getting their plans canceled:

Is transit visa required for layover in Vietnam?

It depends. A transit visa is required for layovers in Vietnam if you are in one or more of these cases:

• You plan to leave the international transit area of the airport.
• If your layover is more than 24 hours

Or else, you won’t need to apply for a visa during your layover. Please note that also means you can’t leave the airport during this time, unless you have a visa exemption.

Do you need visa for Phu Quoc, Vietnam?

No, you do not need a visa to visit Phu Quoc, Vietnam if you are a foreign tourist and plan to stay on the island for up to 30 days. This exemption applies to visitors who arrive by air or sea directly to Phu Quoc and do not travel to other parts of Vietnam. However, if you plan to travel to other destinations in Vietnam or stay in Phu Quoc for more than 30 days, you will need to obtain a valid visa.

Requirements to apply a Vietnam visa

Whether you have a visa exemption or not, there are some requirements that you have to meet in order to enter Vietnam:

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months following your date of arrival in Vietnam
• Your passport must have at least 2 blank pages
• You must be on the list of countries eligible for a Vietnam visa

Which countries are eligible to apply a visa for Vietnam?

In the past, there was only e-visa (electronic visa) available for Vietnam entries, and only travelers from 80 countries were able to apply for it. However, since 15/08/2023, Vietnam visa has been opened for all counties and regions in the world . That also means wherever you are from, you can apply for a visa to enter Vietnam.

In case you are on the list of free-visa countries, you don’t even need to apply for a visa to enter Vietnam.

Which countries have Vietnam visa exemption?

For the latest updates from the government, there are 25 countries that are exempted from the Vietnam visa requirement, which means travelers from these countries don’t have to apply for a Vietnam visa to enter the country:

• United Kingdom (UK) (Not applicable to BNO): 45 days
• Sweden: 45 days
• Spain: 45 days
• Norway: 45 days
• Italy: 45 days
• Germany: 45 days
• France: 45 days
• Finland: 45 days
• Denmark: 45 days
• Belarus: 45 days
• Russia: 45 days
• Cambodia: 30 days
• Indonesia: 30 days
• Kyrgyzstan: 30 days
• Laos: 30 days
• Malaysia: 30 days
• Singapore: 30 days
• Thailand: 30 days
• Philippines: 21 days
• Brunei: 14 days
• Myanmar: 14 days
• Japan: 45 days
• South Korea: 45 days
• Chile: 90 days
• Panama: 90 days

Although most of the countries above do not have any requirements for Vietnam visa exemption, some of them have notes. If your  nationality is on the list, please note the following:

• For Chile, Panama, and Singapore: Your reasons for entries do not include remunerated activities (to work & earn money)
• For Myanmar: only for visiting (friends, family,…)
• For Malaysia: only for Tourism, attending press, conference/coverage, official duty, visiting relatives, business negotiation, investment, sports, or attending seminars or conferences

Here are some frequently asked questions:

What to do if you are on the visa exemption list?

It is very simple if you are from countries that do not need to apply for a Vietnam visa: you can just arrive in Vietnam and show your passport to the immigration department, then enter the country.

Is there an interval time for Vietnam visa exemption?

There used to be a 30-day gap if you want to reuse the visa exemption to enter Vietnam. However, from 01/07/2020, this gap was removed and you can re-enter Vietnam with visa exemption anytime.

Should I apply another visa if my trip is longer than the visa exemption?

No, you don’t need to. It will be a waste. You just need to exit Vietnam following the last day of your exemption, and then enter Vietnam using another exemption right away.

Vietnam visa policies/ rules from 2023

In case you don’t know, from 15/08/2023, there are changes applied to Vietnam visa policies/ rules that will make travelers comfortable:

• Evisa is now available for all countries instead of 80 only
• Visa exemption for citizens of some countries is extended to 45 days
• Vietnam visa validity period is changed from 30 to 90 days
• Vietnam visa now offers 2 options: single entry and multiple entries, instead of single entry only in the past

Those are the main changes to the Vietnam visa since August 2023. In case you would like to have more details, you can read this article:

Vietnam visa 2023: Policy changes and updates

How many types of Vietnam visa are there?

There are many types of Vietnam visas to enter the country. For travelers with tourism purposes only, there are these main types:

• Single entry visa
• Multiple entry visa
• Visa on arrival (VOA)

For visa on arrival (VOA), it is only for some special cases to apply for this type of visa. If you are traveling to Vietnam for tourism purposes and without any special circumstances, then you should not try to get this type of visa, as it may be costly compared to normal ones.

Please note that multiple entry is now only applied to all periods of staying in Vietnam, which you can choose depending on your travel purpose and itinerary. For details about these types of visas, please check our article:

Vietnam visa multiple entry or single? All answers are here!

What is the cost for visa to Vietnam?

Officially there are only two price options for applying visa to Vietnam: 

• 25 USD for single entry visa
• 50 USD for multiple entry visa

This price is applied to individuals. It means one visa only applies to one person. The price is officially announced by the Vietnam government, and will not be refunded once paid, no matter whether your visa is accepted or not.

Why are there so many visa prices on the internet?

Most of the websites you see at the top list of Google Search about Vietnam visa is not official. They are just agencies. The price shown on their website is the base price plus the agency fee, which will vary depending on each business.

How long does it take to apply for a visa to Vietnam?

Normally it will take 3-7 working days (not including Saturday, Sunday, or any national holidays) to process a visa to Vietnam from the moment you finish the application form & payment . In some long national holidays (Lunar New Year for example), it may take longer than that.

You can also get a Vietnam visa within only a few hours or 1-3 days via an agency. However, this case is only recommended for those who need an urgent visa, as it will cost you a lot more than the base price.

Visa to Vietnam: Do it yourself or agency?

It is recommended that travelers should apply for a visa to Vietnam on their own, as the process does not take a lot of time. Cost-wise, it will save you agency fees too. However, you can consider using an agency for the visa if:

• You feel the process of visa application is so complicated, and want to get somebody to do all of those for you
• You are in an urgent situation: your arrival in Vietnam will be soon but you have not got a visa yet

Here are some pros and cons if you use a visa agency for a Vietnam visa:

• Save a lot of time (document preparation, application process, payment process, waiting,…)
• No worries about payment (the payment portal of the government is sometimes complex)
• Reduce the risk of your Vietnam visa being denied to 0%
• Agency cost

In case you would like to make the process of applying for the visa easy, you can always visit this page for the most reliable and fastest service for Vietnam visa :

Which is the official website for Vietnam visa?

Since 15/08/2023, there are 2 official websites to apply for a visa to Vietnam, which are built by the government:

• https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/
• https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26277

You can access any of the two links above to apply for a visa. However, we recommend you choose the second one, as it provides more information with better website design. The two will lead to the same application form and payment for the government at the end.

How long in advance should I apply for the visa?

It is highly recommended to apply for a Vietnam visa at least a few weeks before your arrival , as it takes at least 3-7 working days to process the visa from the time you finish the application form & payment. Moreover, it does not mean everything will go well. Sometimes you can make some mistakes in the application, and have to do the process again.

How to apply for a visa to Vietnam?

To apply for a visa to Vietnam, you have a few options depending on your nationality and the purpose of your visit. Here are the general steps to follow:

1. Determine the type of visa you need: Vietnam offers different types of visas, and also visa exemptions, Determine if you are required a visa, then which type of visa is appropriate for your visit depending on your itinerary.

2. Prepare the documents : to apply for a Vietnam visa, you will need to have these informations:

• Passport valid for 6 months and above
• Your portrait photo (6×4), looking straight without glasses, no hair covering your face
• Passport data pages: full page including photo, personal information and ICAO lines
• Your Vietnam travel information, which you will fill in during the application form

3. Visit the official websites of the government  ( https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/ or https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26277 ) and fill the forms. You will receive a code after this.

4. Pay the visa fee: The visa fee can vary depending on the type of visa and the processing method you choose. Ensure that you have the necessary funds to cover the fee. Note that the fee will not be refunded even if your visa is denied.

5. Wait for processing: The processing time will be 3-7 working days. Be patient and allow sufficient time for your application to be processed.

6. Collect your visa: You may not receive an email for a successful visa. After 3-7 working days, you can visit the website & enter your code to check.

Remember to check the validity and conditions of your visa to ensure it aligns with your travel plans. It is always a good idea to start the visa application process well in advance to avoid any last-minute complications.

For a detailed guide (step-by-step) on How to apply for a visa to Vietnam on the government’s official website, please visit:

Vietnam Visa Application Guide: Step-by-Step Updated 2024

Do I have to print the visa when arrive in Vietnam?

Normally, your visa can be verified with your passport in the system once it is approved, or you can show it by using your tablet/smartphone. However, it is still recommended to print a hard copy of your visa, just in case there are errors in the system, or internet/ power failure.

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Narcotic medication drugs must be declared to customs and must not exceed the quantity stated in the enclosed doctor's prescription, but not more than the quantity indicated for seven days.

Psychotropic medication drugs or medication containing precursors used as drugs must be declared to customs and must not exceed the quantity stated in the enclosed doctor's prescription, but not more than the quantity indicated for ten days.

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Evisa information.

Vietnam portal on Immigration/Vietnam visa - National portal on Immigration (xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn)  to apply for an electronic visa. 

All enquiries for applications made to this website of the Vietnamese Immigration Department will need to be made to  Vietnam portal on Immigration/Vietnam visa - National portal on Immigration (xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn) . If you want to contact the Vietnamese Immigration Department:   Contact | Cục quản lý xuất nhập cảnh (xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn)

Please note that the Embassy  can not assist  in a direct application to above website or via a third party website. 

TOURIST VISA

For e-visa please go to the website of the Vietnamese Immigration Department https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn to apply. All enquiries will need to be made directly to this website (or https://xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en/gioi-thieu/contact) as the Embassy is not related to the process.

For existing application to https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn, the Embassy can not answer any question regarding the progress.

If you can not apply by yourself and need our assistance, please write email to [email protected]

There has been a cluster of complaints from both Australian and foreign visitors that the  online visa applications via unauthorized and/or untrustworthy websites cause a lot of inconvenience. Sometimes they can not board on the plane or be denied entry and pay a fine because of fake visas.

For reasons as such, travelers and businesses to Viet Nam are strongly recommended to apply for the visas  be fore departure . 

Business visa and official/diplomatic visa

Certification the form to get criminal records certificate (police check) for foreigners who resided in viet nam at the vietnamese national center for criminal records.

Please be advised that the Embassy does not issue Criminal Record (Police Check). We only certify the Form and the passport for you to send to Vietnam to get the Criminal Record.

Legalization of documents issued by Australian authorities to be used in Viet Nam

Driving in viet nam or converting an australian driving licence into a vietnamese driving licence, learning and teaching vietnamese language, thủ tục dành cho công dân việt nam (for vietnamesse), cấp giấy xác nhận là người gốc việt nam, cấp hộ chiếu phổ thông.

Hộ chiếu sắp hết hạn hoặc hết hạn dưới 1 năm cần nộp các giấy tờ sau đến ĐSQ:

- 01 Tờ khai (trên 14 tuổi)  ( tải mẫu tại đây). 

Dưới 14 tuổi (tải mẫu tại đây).  Hiện chưa cấp Hộ chiếu phổ thông gắn chíp . 

+ Cỡ ảnh 4 cm x 6 cm, chụp không quá 6 tháng, trên nền trắng (background colour: white), khuôn mặt chiếm 60% đến 70% ảnh. Đỉnh đầu cách đỉnh trên của ảnh từ 0,7 cm đến 1 cm.

+ Mắt nhìn thẳng, đầu để trần, không đeo kính, rõ mặt, rõ tai

Lưu ý: Các ảnh không đủ tiêu chuẩn máy cấp hộ chiếu sẽ không nhận diện được.

- Bản chụp thị thực (visa) Australia (trường hợp có hộ chiếu nước ngoài thì nộp bản chụp có chứng thực hộ chiếu nước ngoài đó hoặc bản chụp có chứng thực giấy chứng nhận quốc tịch);

- Bản sao công chứng giấy khai sinh (bản tiếng Việt, do các cơ quan Việt Nam cấp, không phải bản dịch). Đối với trẻ dưới 14 tuổi thì giấy tờ này là bắt buộc phải có.

- Bản sao công chứng CMND hoặc thẻ CCCD 

- 01 phong bì đã trả tiền để làm xong ĐSQ gửi trả về (express/registered return envelope có tracking number) ghi rõ địa chỉ người nhận (nếu hồ sơ gửi và nhận trả qua đường bưu điện). Đương đơn chịu trách nhiệm nếu hộ chiếu bị thất lạc trong quá trình gửi và nhận qua đường bưu điện.

- Lệ phí (trả bằng Money Order - mua tại bưu điện hoặc Bank Cheque - tại ngân hàng, ghi người thụ hưởng là "The Embassy of Viet Nam").

- Nộp trực tiếp: 06 Timbarra Cres, O'Malley, ACT 2606

- Nộp qua đường bưu điện: PO Box 98, Mawson, ACT 2607

Theo quy định, người đề nghị cấp hộ chiếu cần có mặt trực tiếp khi nộp hồ sơ hoặc nhận hồ sơ tại ĐSQ. Công dân có thể được tạo điều kiện nộp qua đường bưu điện nếu gặp khó khăn về đi lại nhưng sẽ cần bảo đảm yêu cầu xác minh nhân thân.

Cấp Giấy miễn thị thực (5-year Visa Exemption Certificate)

-Giấy miễn thị thực có giá trị 5 năm (hoặc có giá trị đến trước thời hạn của hộ chiếu 6 tháng);

- Đối tượng được cấp Giấy này nếu về Việt Nam để thăm thân hoặc về việc riêng;

- Thời gian cư trú ở Việt Nam: mỗi lần nhập cảnh cư trú không quá 6 tháng (có thể được gia hạn 1 lần không quá 6 tháng nếu có  lý do chính đáng).

This 5-year visa/Visa exemption is issued for:

- Foreign passport holder of Vietnamese origin; and

- Foreign passport holder who is son/daughter, husband/wife (with valid marriage certificate of people of Vietnamese origin).

Hợp pháp hóa giấy tờ, tài liệu do cơ quan có thẩm quyền của Australia cấp để sử dụng ở Việt Nam

Chứng nhận hợp đồng ủy quyền, giấy ủy quyền, chứng thực bản sao, chứng thực bản dịch, đăng ký khai sinh cho trẻ em sinh ra ở nước ngoài, thủ tục thôi quốc tịch việt nam, lý lịch tư pháp đối với công dân việt nam: hướng dẫn chứng nhận tại đại sứ quán để hoàn thiện hồ sơ nộp tại sở tư pháp ở việt nam, cấp phép nhập cảnh thi hài, di hài, tro cốt về việt nam, đăng ký nhận cha, mẹ, con giữa các công dân việt nam đang cư trú ở nước ngoài, đăng ký công dân việt nam ở nước ngoài, đăng ký kết hôn giữa hai công dân việt nam đang tạm trú ở nước ngoài, ghi vào sổ hộ tịch các việc hộ tịch đã được đăng ký tại cơ quan có thẩm quyền của nước ngoài.

Is this your first time applying for a visa and/or visiting our site?

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Apply for a U.S. Visa

The U.S. Mission in Vietnam will change its consular exchange rate from US$1=25,000VND to US$1=26,000VND effective April 10, 2024. All applicants for nonimmigrant visas and K visas who pay the visa processing fee on or after April 10, 2024, must pay at the new exchange rate of US$1=26,000VND. Applicants who paid the visa processing fee at the exchange rate of US$1=25,000VND on or before April 10, 2024 may still use their receipt before it expires. For any inquiries or assistance related to new exchange rate, please contact the U.S. Visa Service Desk at [email protected] or call 19006444 (Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00, except on holidays)

All receipts for payment of Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) fees issued before October 1, 2022, will expire September 30, 2023. There will be no extensions of fee validity. Applicants must schedule an appointment or submit an interview waiver application before September 30, 2023 to avoid paying a new fee. Please note that the interview itself does not need to take place before September 30, 2023, but an interview appointment needs to be made in the system, even if it is scheduled months into the future. Furthermore, applicants using MRV fees paid before October 1, 2022 to book an appointment are cautioned not to attempt to change their appointment dates on or after October 1, 2023. Doing so will result in forfeiture of both the original appointment slot and the MRV fee receipt. The applicant will be required to pay a new fee and submit a new application package.

Service fee for Pick-up / Drop off of your passport / documents at the courier locations and delivery of your passport / documents are as follows:

• Pick-up / Dropoff of passport / documents at Bưu cục Thanh Xuân (Hanoi) and Văn phòng 18A Cộng Hòa (Ho Chi Minh city): free of charge to applicant
• Drop-off of passport / documents at any other courier locations: VND133,000 per passport / document at the time of drop-off.
• Pick-up of passport / documents at any other courier locations: VND143,000 per passport / document at the time of pick-up.

For detailed information, please click here

Select here to learn more about an important update on waivers of the interview requirement for certain nonimmigrant visa applicants.

Starting May 12, 2023, noncitizen nonimmigrant air passengers will no longer need to show proof of being fully vaccinated with an accepted COVID-19 vaccine to board a flight to the United States. For further information, please visit the U.S. Department of State’s website here

All nonimmigrant visa application fee (also known as the MRV fee) payments made on or after October 1, 2022, are valid for 365 days from the date a receipt is issued for payment of the MRV fee. Applicants must schedule an interview appointment or submit an interview waiver application during this 365-day period. Please note applicants must only schedule their interview or submit their waiver application within the 365-day period. There is no requirement the interview must occur during the 365-day period. All receipts for payment of MRV fees issued before October 1, 2022, were extended until September 30, 2023, and remain valid until this date

• Applicants should use the Vietnamese-language video guide to complete the DS-160 . All applicants must fill out a new Form DS-160 for every new application for a U.S. visa. All previously submitted DS-160 forms cannot be used for a new visa interview.
• Using a barcode number from the DS-160 that is not submitted to schedule an interview appointment will result in appointment cancellation.
• The barcode number on the DS-160 Confirmation page that visa applicants bring on their interview dates must be exactly the same one used to schedule the appointment. Failure to present the DS-160 Confirmation page with the same barcode number that you used for scheduling your appointment will result in the cancellation of your visa interview appointment.
• Correction of the DS-160 confirmation number after you have scheduled an appointment is available until two business days before your visa interview. To correct the number, please log in to your profile , and select “Update profile” or contact the call center for assistance. If your DS-160 confirmation number is not corrected before two business days prior to your appointment, your interview will be cancelled, and you will have to reschedule your interview appointment.
• Please make sure you come to your interview with an Appointment Confirmation Sheet bearing the most up-to-date DS-160 barcode number; and the new/valid DS-160 Confirmation page

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16 replies to this topic

"Is this how an approved e-visa should appear?"

"Will this be acceptable in gaining entry?"

There is also other info which is submitted, but not reflected on the eVisa.

Michael P & ctm7944, as always, thank you very much for the information and re-assurance. And as for Greg, I wish you all the best with your visa applications.

"thank you very much "

Our pleasure. 😊

I'm also having trouble with the address, and I hope someone can help me.

When I first submitted the application, I copy pasted the address that was sent to me by the hotel management over booking.com. The address was;

I got an email back saying the following;

Application status: Amending

Denied Reason: Please provide a detailed address in Vietnam

Ok, I realized, that I had not added the name of the hotel to the address so I did that, and re-submitted the following.

Haven Hut Hotel 380 Nguyen Cong Tru, Cau Ong Lanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Once again, I received an email with the following.

So I went on google, and did a search for the hotel and copy pasted that address into the application.

3Haven Hut 80 Đ. Nguyễn Công Trứ, Phường Cầu Ông Lãnh, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 71000,

I have submitted this address, and am waiting to hear from them. I am not entirely sure what the problem is, and I am not confident if what I have submitted with work.

I am also unsure if they evisa staff aren't just jerking me around.

Any help with this would be hugely appreciated.

Typo in the above address. I meant to write

Haven Hut Hotel 380 Đ. Nguyễn Công Trứ, Phường Cầu Ông Lãnh, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 71000,

"Typo in the above address. I meant to write

Haven Hut Hotel 380 Đ. Nguyễn Công Trứ, Phường Cầu Ông Lãnh, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 71000,"

I suspect you'll be fine now, as it is a more complete and accurate address.

But please let us know the outcome.

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Schengen-like visa for Thailand, Vietnam, 4 other nations: Is it a win-win deal for tourists?

Thailand and five other South East Asian nations plan to introduce a Schengen-type visa program to boost tourism.

Thailand along with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar and Vietnam hosted about 70 million tourists last year. And anticipating a tourism boom in the coming years, Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is steering an initiative for a Schengen-type visa program for the six nations in South East Asia. The facility will ensure seamless mobility for travelers among the six neighboring countries and also attract more long-haul and high-spending travelers

As per a Bloomberg report, Srettha has discussed the single-visa concept with his counterparts and most leaders have responded to it positively.

Will the single-visa concept be beneficial for tourists?

Speaking about it, Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi, a former president of the Thai Hotels Association, said “a common visa could entice long-haul travelers to make an easier decision." 

However, to make it attractive, the visa validity will need to be extended to 90 days from the usual 30-day period, she said.

Adding to it, Bill Barnett, managing director of hospitality and property consultancy C9 Hotelworks said, if done right, the benefits of visa-free travel won’t be confined to tourism alone as ease of travel would be a boon for business travelers and trade.

The single visa is the most ambitious among Srettha’s lineup of tourism initiatives but is targeted for the long term. The industry has served the country well, accounting for about 20% of total jobs and making up about 12% of the nation’s $500 billion economy. Barring the pandemic years, tourism has flourished and provided a cushion against a slump in manufacturing and exports, the traditional bulwarks of the economy.

The six Southeast Asian nations reported a combined 70 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2023, according to official data. Thailand and Malaysia accounted for more than half of the tally, generating about $48 billion in tourism revenue.

(With inputs from Bloomberg)

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