Vietnam Visa for Kyrgyz Citizens

As of 2025, Kyrgyz nationals traveling to Vietnam for tourism or short business trips can stay for up to 30 days without a visa. Kyrgyz passport holders are also eligible for the 90-day e-Visa program if they plan to stay longer in Vietnam.

  • Kyrgyz 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

  • Kyrgyz citizens can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days.
  • For stays exceeding 30 days, Kyrgyz citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa-on-arrival or visa stickers at a local Vietnamese embassy.

Do Kyrgyz passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

No.
Kyrgyz 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 Kyrgyz citizens get an e-visa?

Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Kyrgyz 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) 7,002 KGS
Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 10,065 KGS
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 11,378 KGS
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 13,128 KGS
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) Standard processing (5-7 working days) 7,002 KGS
Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 10,065 KGS
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 11,378 KGS
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 13,128 KGS
3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) Standard processing (5-7 working days) 4,814 KGS
Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 7,877 KGS
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 9,190 KGS
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 10,940 KGS
1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) Standard processing (5-7 working days) 4,814 KGS
Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 7,877 KGS
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 9,190 KGS
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 10,940 KGS

* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee

Can Kyrgyz 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 2,188 KGS
03 Working Days 4,814 KGS
02 Working Days 5,689 KGS
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
3 Month Single Entry 05 Working Days 3,063 KGS
03 Working Days 4,814 KGS
02 Working Days 6,564 KGS
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
1 Month Multiple Entry 05 Working Days 3,063 KGS
03 Working Days 5,689 KGS
02 Working Days 6,564 KGS
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
3 Month Multiple Entry 05 Working Days 3,938 KGS
03 Working Days 6,564 KGS
02 Working Days 7,439 KGS
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 Kyrgyz citizens.

E-Visa Visa On Arrival
Kyrgyz 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

Can Kyrgyz citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?

Yes. but not within Kyrgyzstan.
There is currently no Vietnamese embassy or consulate located in Kyrgyzstan. However, Kyrgyz citizens can apply for a visa to Vietnam by visiting the nearest Vietnamese embassies, which are located in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. You can apply in person or by mail. Since requirements may vary slightly by location, it is recommended to contact the embassy directly to confirm the required documents and procedures.
Below are the nearest Vietnamese embassies to Kyrgyzstan:

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (Embassy) - 459km
Tel: +9987 1134 0393
Website: https://vnembassy-tashkent.mofa.gov.vn/
Current time in Tashkent: 13:43 PM, Wednesday 09 July, 2025
Office hours: Open now - Close in 3 hours 47 minutes
Astana, Kazakhstan (Embassy) - 1134km
Tel: + 7 (7172) 26 61 62
Website: https://vnembassy-astana.mofa.gov.vn/
Current time in Astana: 13:43 PM, Wednesday 09 July, 2025
Office hours: Open now - Close in 3 hours 17 minutes

Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Kyrgyz public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.

Holiday Date
Independence Day of the Kyrgyz Republic Aug. 31, 2025
Independence Day of the Kyrgyz Republic Sept. 1, 2025
Independence Day Sept. 2, 2025
Day of the Great October Socialist Revolution Nov. 7, 2025

Summary

  • Kyrgyz 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.

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Frequently asked questions

1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Kyrgyzstan?

Yes.

2. Is the e-visa option available for Kyrgyz residents who plan to visit Vietnam?

Unfortunately, Kyrgyz citizens are not eligible for the e-visa program. Alternative options are:

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