Vietnam Visa for Indonesian Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Indonesian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Can Indonesian citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Indonesian citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Indonesian citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Indonesian nationals traveling to Vietnam for tourism or short business trips can stay for up to 30 days without a visa. Indonesian passport holders are also eligible for the 90-day e-Visa program if they plan to stay longer in Vietnam.
- Indonesian passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date.
- Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.
| Type of visa | Requirements | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Visa not required | 30 days |
| E-visa | Not Eligible | N/A |
Highlights
- Indonesian citizens can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days.
- For stays exceeding 30 days, Indonesian citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa-on-arrival or visa stickers at a local Vietnamese embassy.
Do Indonesian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
No.
Indonesian passports do not need a visa to visit Vietnam. However, a visa is required for:
- Stays longer than 30 days
- Work or employment
- Investment activities or projects
- Journalism or media work
Can Indonesian citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Indonesian visitors to obtain a visa for Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry)
How to apply
Apply online via the official government portal: evisa.gov.vn
Or apply through a visa agency.
If you apply for an e-visa with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 1,178,608 IDR |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 1,694,249 IDR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 1,812,110 IDR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 2,180,425 IDR | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 1,178,608 IDR |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 1,694,249 IDR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 1,812,110 IDR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 2,180,425 IDR | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 810,293 IDR |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 1,325,934 IDR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 1,443,795 IDR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 1,812,110 IDR | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 810,293 IDR |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 1,325,934 IDR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 1,443,795 IDR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 1,812,110 IDR |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Indonesian citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
Yes.
But please note that you need a pre-approved visa letter before boarding the plane to Vietnam. Upon arrival at Vietnamese airport you need to present this letter along with your passport to get the visa stamp and enter Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 30 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–5 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry) plus the visa approval letter fee.
How to apply
Apply online through a visa agency.
If you apply for a visa-on-arrival with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 368,315 IDR |
| 03 Working Days | 810,293 IDR | |
| 02 Working Days | 957,619 IDR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 515,641 IDR |
| 03 Working Days | 810,293 IDR | |
| 02 Working Days | 1,104,945 IDR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 515,641 IDR |
| 03 Working Days | 957,619 IDR | |
| 02 Working Days | 1,104,945 IDR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 662,967 IDR |
| 03 Working Days | 1,104,945 IDR | |
| 02 Working Days | 1,252,271 IDR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us |
* The fee does NOT include the visa stamp fee at the Vietnam airport.
Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
It depends on your personal preference.
Below we list the pros and cons of Vietnam e-visa and Vietnam visa on arrival which you can decide which one works best for you as Indonesian citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesian citizens can apply | Yes | Yes |
| Airport/ Seaport/ Landport | All airports/ Seaports/ Landports | Only airport |
| Max stay | 90 days | 30 days |
| Wait time at airport | None | 30 minutes on average |
| Processing time | 3-5 working days | 2-4 working days |
| Fast track service available | Yes | Yes |
| Fastest processing time (fast-track service) | 4-8 hours | 2 hours |
| Document received | E-visa (pdf) to your email |
- Visa approval letter (pdf) to your emai
- Visa stamp at Vietnam airport |
| Fee | $25-$50 | Varies |
| How easy to obtain (out of 5 with 5 being the easier) | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Pros | No need to wait at Vietnam airport | No need to submit photo thus reduce risk of delay |
| Cons | Can meet with delay if you do not submit quality passport photos and photos scan | 30 minutes wait time at Vietnam airport to get visa stamp |
| Common issues |
Wrong details on application (name spelling/ name order/ date of birth/ passport
expiration date)
Photos do not meet requirement (photo format, background light) |
Forget to obtain the visa approval letter prior to boarding plane |
* Note: As of 2024, online e-visas accounted for 80% of the 184,093 Indonesian entries into Vietnam, while visa-on-arrival service made up only 7%, or around 12,887 applicants. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Can Indonesian citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
Yes.
You can apply in person or by mail for a visa to enter Vietnam at the closest
Vietnamese Embassy or consulate. Since each of them can require a slightly different
set of documents it is best to contact them directly and fulfill the requirement.
Below is the listings of Vietnamese embassies and consulates in Indonesia:
Tel: 0062-21-3100358
Fax: 0062-21-3149615
Email: jakarta@mofa.gov.vn or vietnamemb@yahoo.com
Website: https://vnembassy-jakarta.mofa.gov.vn/
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Indonesian public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| International New Year's Day | Jan. 1, 2026 |
| Vietnamese New Year's Eve | Feb. 16, 2026 |
| Vietnamese New Year | Feb. 17, 2026 |
Summary
- Indonesian citizens can travel to Vietnam without a visa for up to 30 days.
- Current available method of application: e-visa/ visa-on-arrival/ visa at the embassy.
- Allow at least 2 weeks in advance of your trip to apply for your visa. However if you are late you can always get a fast track service to get the visa on time for your travel.
- Take into account Vietnam public holiday which will affect your visa processing time.
- Each method of visa application requires a different set of information, make sure to read instructions carefully and provide the necessary information and documents.
Visa samples and downloads
Questions and Answers (04)
Hi, can I enter Vietnam through Hanoi and exit from Ho Chi Minh city?
@Juli, yes, that’s fine; there’s no requirement that you must enter and exit through the same port or airport.
hello , I am Indonesia citizen , And now I am in Vietnam for holiday And I think I want to stay longer than 30 days, How can I stay here longer, What visa do I need?
@Arya, if you want to stay in Vietnam beyond your exemption period, you can apply for a visa extension. Below is our detailed guide on how to extend your visa in Vietnam:
https://www.myvietnamvisa.com/vietnam-visa-extension.html
Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Indonesia?
Yes.
2. Can Indonesian passports apply for a 3 month visa?
Unfortunately, Vietnam 3-month visa is currently unavailable to Indonesian passport holders.
3. Do Indonesian citizens need a visa to visit Vietnam?
Indonesian nationals are exempt from a Vietnam visa up to 30 days. If you want to stay longer than this period, you need a visa.
4. What is the charge for a Vietnam visa on arrival?
To obtain a visa on arrival, you need to pay two kinds of fees: the fee for approval letter which depends on the type of visa and duration and the stamping fees at the airport. It costs 25 USD ~ 370938 Rp for a single entry and 50 USD ~ 741877 Rp for multiple entries.
5. Is there a Vietnam embassy in Indonesia?
Yes. The location of Vietnam embassy in Indonesia is at No.25 JL. Teuku Umar, Menteng, Jakarta-Pusat.
6. What's the yearly number of tourists coming from Indonesia to Vietnam?
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