Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Ho Chi Minh City Airport (Effective 15 April 2026)
Effective April 15, 2026, Vietnam has implemented a mandatory online pre-arrival immigration declaration for international travelers arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City. This digital shift aims to reduce congestion, and shorten inbound processing times.
Quick Facts & Information
Effective Date: April 15, 2026.
Applicable Airport: Currently only Tan Son Nhat (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City (expected to expand to other airports soon).
Who Must File:
- All foreign passport holders (including nationalities who do not require a visa to enter Vietnam, e-visa holders, visa on arrival travelers).
- Overseas Vietnamese entering with a valid visa.
Who is Exempt:
- Vietnamese passport holders.
- Transit passengers (staying in the airside transit area).
Quick Fact:
Over the initial 15-day pilot period (April 15 to April 30, 2026), the PAI (pre-arrival information) system successfully completed its launch phase with promising results. Total registrations reached 161,596, with 119,854 successful completions.
Step-by-Step Guide for Arrivals
Step 1: Gather Required Information
Before starting the form, make sure that you have the following details ready:
- Full name (as written in your passport).
- Passport number and nationality.
- Visa details (e-visa number or visa exemption type).
- Flight details (Airline and Flight Number).
- Address of your accommodation in Vietnam (Hotel name/address).
Step 2: Complete the Declaration
The Immigration Department strongly advises completing this pre-arrival form before your departure to Vietnam (up to 3 days in advance) to avoid delays.
1- Access the Portal: Go to the official website: https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/ & select "Create & Submit Pre-arrival Information"
2 - Fill in the Form: Enter your personal, flight, and stay, visa number information accurately.
Step 3- Submit: Review your details and submit the form.
Save the QR Code: Once submitted, the system will generate a personal QR Code confirmation. Take a screenshot or save the PDF on your mobile device. (Printing a physical copy is recommended as a backup).
At the Immigration Counter
- Present your Passport and Visa as usual.
- When requested, show the Pre-Arrival QR Code (digital or printed) to the immigration officer.
- The officer will scan your code to verify your information, speeding up the manual entry process.
References
- Official form: https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/apps/submit-document
- Declaration guide (English): https://web.facebook.com/reel/1491824079048202
- Ho Chi Minh City Immigration Office: https://web.facebook.com/qlxnctphcm
Questions and Answers (03)
I've heard that you cannot complete the form until the date you are filling in the form is during the valid period of your eVisa. So if my eVisa is valid beginning June 1 and I have an arrival scheduled for June 2, I cannot complete this on May 31 which is within 72 hours of arrival but not within the eVisa valid period. Has anyone else experienced this or can confirm this? If my eVisa valid begins on the date of my arrival, then I could only complete this on my date of arrival, before boarding flight from departing airport. Can anyone confirm?
What date do I use for the eVisa 'date of issue': the 'good for entry from' date into the country or the date the eVisa was initially emailed to me?
@Ethan Bean, please use the date labeled "Good for entry valid from" as shown on your e-visa
Frequently asked questions
1. Where can I find the e-visa number?
Locate your e-Visa number at the top of your granted E-visa document. This is the alphanumeric code: Số: 106418322/EV.
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