Vietnam visa for India citizens

As of 2024, Indian citizens require a valid visa to come to Vietnam for a short-term visit of up to 90 days for tourism and business purposes. Indian tourists can apply for an e-visa online or obtain a tourist visa on arrival if they are traveling to Vietnam as part of an organized tour.

  • Indian Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date.
  • Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.

Visa requirements

Type of visa Requirements Maximum stay
Tourist visa Visa required N/A
E-visa Eligible 30 days

How to apply

There are three available methods for Indian visitors to obtain a visa for Vietnam, as explained below. However, the easiest and fastest way to get a Vietnamese visa from India is through the online e-Visa system.

  • e-Visa
  • Visa on arrival
  • Visa at embassy

Embassy and Consulate of Vietnam in India

City Address
Mumbai Unit 805, 8Th Floor, Powai Plaza, Hiranandani Gardens, Central Avenue, Powai 400076, India
Open now - Close in 6 hours 53 minutes
New Delhi 20 Kautilya Marg, Chanakya Puri, New Delhi
Open now - Close in 6 hours 53 minutes

Vietnam visa fees for IN residents

Visa types Standard processing (5-7 working days) Urgent processing (2 working days)
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) 5,973 INR 9,818 INR
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) 5,973 INR 9,818 INR
3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) 3,927 INR 7,772 INR
1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) 3,927 INR 7,772 INR

Standard Processing time: e-Visa will be processed by 17:00 March 28, 2024 (Local Chandigarh time).

Today's holidays in India

  • There are no national holidays being observed in the India today (Tuesday, March 19, 2024).
  • The upcoming public holiday is Holi, which will occur in 5 days, 17 hours from now.

Holidays are calculated using the local time in New Delhi.

Information for IN passports traveling to Vietnam

Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Hmong mother and daughter in Northern Vietnam ( Photo: Shutterstock)

Yes, Indian nationals require a visa for entering Vietnam for tourism, business, or to visit family and relatives/friends. There are different types of Vietnam visas available including tourist visas, business visas, transit visas, and so on.

  • Tourist visa: Tourist visa is valid for up to 30 days with single entry.
  • Business visa: Business visa for business-related purposes has validity for up to 90 days with single and multiple entry.

Visa requirements in brief:

Entry visa:

  • Visa required for Indians

Entry requirements:

  • Valid Indian passport (6 months)
  • Temporary address in Vietnam

How to apply:

  • Embassy of Vietnam in India (New Delhi)
  • E-visa
  • Visa on arrival (Go on an organized tour)

Visa exemption for Indians (5 years):

  • Indian passports whose spouses are Vietnamese

3 month tourist visa for Indian passports:

  • Not available (2023)

Tourism statistics:

  • 2022: 109,020 visitors
  • 2019: 48,121 visitors

How to apply for a Vietnamese visa on an Indian passport

General information

Indian passport holders are required to get a visa to enter Vietnam, and there are different ways to obtain one. You can apply for a Vietnam visa through the Vietnam e-visa system, by visiting the Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in India, or obtain a visa upon arrival in Vietnam's international airports.

Visa at the Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in India

To apply for a visa at the Embassy/Consulate in India, you need to follow the following steps:

  1. Prepare a scanned copy of your ordinary passport with 06-month validity and your original one, 02 passport-sized photos, and other required documents.
  2. Fill out and submit the application form.
  3. Pay the visa fee.
  4. Get your visa via post or in person.

Apply for e-visa online

Indian residents can apply for a Vietnam e-visa for tourism, business, and transit purposes. The e-visa allows visits to Vietnam for up to 30 days and is valid for single entry only. Here is how you can obtain a Vietnam e-visa:

  1. Visit Vietnam's official immigration website: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
  2. Fill out the online application form by providing personal information, passport details, and travel information.
  3. Upload a recent passport-sized photo and a scanned copy of your valid Indian passport.
  4. Pay the e-visa fee (25 USD ~ 2066 Rupees)
  5. Receive an e-visa via email within 03-05 working days.
  6. Print it out, and present it to immigration officials when arriving in Vietnam.

Apply for a visa on arrival

Passport holders in India are eligible for the visa on arrival system. This type of visa requires a pre-approved visa letter in advance and is issued at one of Vietnam’s airports upon your arrival. The process involves few simple steps as follows:

  1. Contact a travel agency or visa-processing company based in Vietnam and apply online for an approval letter using your valid passport.
  2. Submit your application and payment, then wait for 2-3 business days to receive an approval letter via email.
  3. Print out the approval letter and present it along with 02 passport-sized photos on arrival counters.
  4. Pay the stamping fee and get your visa.

How much is the visa fee for Indian passports?

Fee comparison

E-visa 

Visa on arrival

25 USD ~ 2066 Rupees

  • Approval letter fee: depending on types of visa and stay durations
  • Stamping fee:
    • Single entry: 25 USD (~ 2066 Rupees)
    • Multiple entry: 50 USD (~4133 Rupees)

Travel tips for Indian citizens visiting Vietnam

How to get there

Currently, there are national and international airlines that provide flights connecting Vietnam and India via flight routes between New Delhi or Mumbai, and Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.

New Delhi - Ho Chi Minh City

Route

Airlines

Estimated prices (per pax/ one way)

New Delhi - Ho Chi Minh City

VietJet Air (direct flight)

21785 Rupees

New Delhi - Ho Chi Minh City

IndiGo Airlines

8432 Rupees

Mumbai - Ho Chi Minh City

Route

Airlines

Estimated prices (per pax/ one way)

Mumbai - Ho Chi Minh City

IndiGo Airlines

10189 Rupees

Mumbai - Ho Chi Minh City

IndiGo Airlines

12649 Rupees

New Delhi - Hanoi

Route

Airlines

Estimated prices (per pax/ one way)

New Delhi - Hanoi

IndiGo Airlines

11243 Rupees

New Delhi - Hanoi

Vietnam Airlines

30218 Rupees

Mumbai - Hanoi

Route

Airlines

Estimated prices (per pax/ one way)

Mumbai - Hanoi

VietJet Air

19676 Rupees

Mumbai - Hanoi

IndiGo Airlines

12298 Rupees

Weather information

Vietnam and India are both located in Asia but feature different weather patterns due to geographic locations and topography. Generally, Vietnam has a tropical climate with relatively high temperatures and humidity throughout the year while India has a diverse climate including tropical, subtropical, and temperate zones depending on the region.

  1. Climate: Vietnam features a tropical monsoon climate while India has both tropical, subtropical, and temperate climates.
  2. Temperature: Vietnam's average temperature is around 25-28°C. The country has two distinct seasons, rainy and dry seasons. Meanwhile, the average temperature in India is around 24-30°C and temperatures can vary widely depending on the location and time of year.
  3. Rainfall: Vietnam experiences considerable precipitation during the monsoon season from May to October, while India has a more varied rainfall. Some parts of the country receive heavy rainfall during the monsoon season, while other regions are drier.
  4. Humidity: Vietnam is generally more humid than India, with average humidity levels ranging from 75% to 85%. On the other hand, the humidity level in India can vary more widely between 60% and 90%.
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Edrina
India on December 26, 2023

We are travelling onwards from Vietnam to Australia with an 14 hour layover at Ho Chi Minh. Do we need to get a transit visa if we plan to explore the city during this time.

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A Lan Answered on December 26, 2023

Hello, yes, you will need a valid visa to exit the airport and visit the city.

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Ravi Mohan Pedapenki
India on December 22, 2023

Recently saw in the news that Vietnam is waiving visa for indian passport holders for tourism for a months stay ; is it true?

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A Lan Answered on December 23, 2023

Hello, that proposal is not yet approved. As of December 2023, Indian passport holders still require a valid visa for entry into Vietnam.

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Karthikeyan
India on October 02, 2023

Hi I am indian passport holder working in Australia visiting Singapore and Vietnam, is the process same as someone attending from India to Vietnam directly?

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A Lan Answered on October 02, 2023

@Karthikeyan, Yes, the process is the same regardless where you are flying from, India, Australia or Singapore.

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Samiran Chatterjee
India on August 27, 2023

I am planning to visit Vietnam for 7 days .My departure from Kolkata. I want to visit a few places and want to put up in 3 Star hotel with available of continental breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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L.Panduranga rao
India on May 05, 2023

Which part of Vietnam is best for travel in June 23?

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A Lina Tran Answered on May 05, 2023

@L.Panduranga rao, June is a hot month throughout Vietnam. Depending on your preference, you can choose one of the following destinations:

North:

Halong bay: A good month for cruising as the weather is good for swimming and kayaking (Hot weather: 36/25°C, not much rain)

Central

Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An: Great for beaches, accient town and food (Hot weather: 35°C / 26°C, not much rain)

South Central

Nha Trang, Quy Nhon: Great for beaches (Hot weather 33°C / 25°C, not much rain)

South:

Vung Tau, Ho Chi Minh city, Phu Quoc: Beach, city, food (Good weather 30°C / 25°C, frequent rain)

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Danish Ali
India on May 02, 2023

As an Indian national currently enrolled as a student in Malaysia, I am planning to visit Vietnam in June using an E-visa. I would like to seek clarification regarding the possibility of entering Vietnam with an E-visa, given my student pass and the fact that my travel itinerary involves flying from Malaysia to Vietnam and back.

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A Lan Answered on May 02, 2023

@Danish Ali, Indian passport holders are eligible to apply for an e-visa and can use it to fly from Malaysia to Vietnam without any issues.

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Cajetan Gonsalves
India on April 30, 2023

How to correct wrong passport number on e visa?

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A Lina Tran Answered on April 30, 2023

@Cajetan Gonsalves, Issued e-visas cannot be corrected or amended. In case you need to update your information, you must apply for a new e-visa.

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Chintan Parekh
India on April 18, 2023

I am planning to visit Vietnam with my family in mid of december. I belong to the country India. I was looking for a Visa on Arrival but it seems it's not available currently as I tried on multiple websites. Is this correct? What are the fees for evisa and how to get that applied?

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A Lan Answered on April 18, 2023

@Chintan Parekh, Yes, it is true that visa on arrival is currently unavailable. However, you can apply for an e-visa instead, please see this page for step-by-step guide and e-visa fees.

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rohit srivastava
India on April 15, 2023

I am a indian national passport holder who booked flight from bali to india via ho chi Minh, I will board Viet jet which Lands on terminal 2 and then has to board indigo from same terminal both flights has different pnr, and layover is for 6 hours, do I need visa?

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A Lan Answered on April 15, 2023

@rohit srivastava, If you remain within the transit area of the airport and do not exit, then a visa is not required.

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Subhojit Roy
India on April 14, 2023

Me , My Spouse and my 4 Year old are planning to visit Vietnam in the month of December this year , we have a few queries which we like you to address before we proceed with the same , I have listed them below:

1. Does my 4 Year Old Require a Visa and if so will it be at a Discounted Price much like it is for UAE?

2. What is the Price for the Visa's as regards the Adults ( Me & My Wife) ?

3. What are the Valid Documents Required for Visa Application?

4. Will it be an E-Visa or will our Passports need to go to the Delhi Embassy for Stamping and if so what is the Processing Time considering we are based out of Bangalore?

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A Mai Le Answered on April 14, 2023

@Subhojit Roy, You can find the answers below:

  • If a child has their own passport, they will require a separate visa, just like their parents. The same fee will apply.

  • Indian passport holders are eligible for the e-visa program. You can visit this page for information on the procedures and required documents.

  • An e-visa is an electronic document, so you only need to print it out and bring it with you to Vietnam. No additional papers, fees, or other requirements are necessary.

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Frequently asked questions

1. How can Indian passport holders get a tourist visa to Vietnam?

You can get a tourist visa at the Embassy or Consulate of Vietnam in India, by applying for a visa on arrival, or an e-visa through Vietnam’s official electronic visa system.

2. Are Indian citizens eligible for Vietnam visa exemption?

Citizens in India are not granted the Vietnam visa waiver program and thus you are required to obtain a visa before entering Vietnam.

3. What is the charge for a Vietnam e-visa for Indian nationals?

The fee for a Vietnam e-visa is 25 USD ~ 2066 Rupees which can be paid online after the online e-visa application.

4. How long is a Vietnam business visa valid for Indian citizens?

A Vietnam business visa is valid from 30 to 90 days with options for single or multiple entries.

5. Is the e-visa program for Vietnam open to Indian passport holders?

Yes, Indian residents are eligible to apply for an e-visa for Vietnam. You can find the information for getting an e-visa from India here.

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