Entry Requirements

All travelers need to present their passports at the Vietnamese border to gain entry. To meet the entry requirements, nationals from certain countries also need to obtain a visa in advance while the other can enter without a visa.

Mandatory Requirements (in case you get your visa in advance from the embassy)

• A valid passport with 02 blank pages and 6 months remaining beyond intended stay
• Proof of onward travel (Unlikely to be asked)
• Visa application form (https://visa.mofa.gov.vn/_layouts/registration/ApplicationForm.aspx)
• 2 recently taken photos
• Visa application fees

Mandatory Requirements (in case you apply for a visa on arrival online)

• Applicants must enter Vietnam by air to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh city or Da Nang.
• Passport must valid at least 6 month from the date of exit.
• Two passport photos size 4 x 6 cm (see photo specifications).

In most cases, you do NOT need to show the following:

• Proof of sufficient financial
• Vaccination certificate
• Travel plans (including a proof of hotel booking)

The required documents and visa requirements for Vietnam can vary on a case-to-case basis, therefore, it is advised that you consult with the local Embassy of Vietnam before you travel to Vietnam.