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 (06)
I've been trying to register the prearrival immigration website but couldn't get it loaded up. It said the website refused to connect. I'm scheduled to arrive on July 2nd. Please kindly help me with this issue. Thank you so much.
@Sandy Yang, the official website is sometimes overloaded and does not work. We advise clearing your browser cookies and trying again:
https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/
I am reaching on 14th of June 2026 which is the date in my e-visa in the Good for entry valid from field. But when trying to select the date, it looks like it has been disabled. How do I select it?
@Sarah, you can email us your e-visa. We will help you check the validity and start date, and make sure the form is filled out correctly.
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.
Contact sales if you have additional questions.
Contact support if you already submitted your visa application on our website.
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