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Vietnam Visa for New Zealand Citizens

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  1. Highlights
  2. Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
  3. Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
  4. Can New Zealand citizens get an e-visa?
  5. Can New Zealand citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
  6. Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
  7. Can New Zealand citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
  8. Summary
  9. Visa samples and downloads

As of 2026, New Zealand citizens require a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90 day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents are required:

  • New Zealand 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 required N/A
E-visa Eligible 90 days

Highlights

  • All New Zealand citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam.
  • New Zealand citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa on arrival, or a visa sticker through a local Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
  • Processing time varies from 3-7 working days, visa fee starts from 25 USD(~40 NZD), with fast-track service available.

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes.
New Zealand passport holders need a visa to visit Vietnam. This applies to all purposes of entry, including:

  • Tourism
  • Business
  • Visiting relatives
  • Investment
  • Journalism

Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?

Overseas Vietnamese currently residing in New Zealand as well as their spouses/children are eligible to obtain a 5-year visa exemption certificate. Contact your closest Vietnamese embassy or consulate for further details on application.

Can New Zealand citizens get an e-visa?

Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for New Zealand 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) Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 185 NZD
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 209 NZD
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 241 NZD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 185 NZD
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 209 NZD
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 241 NZD
3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 144 NZD
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 168 NZD
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 201 NZD
1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) 144 NZD
Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) 168 NZD
Emergency (4 Working Hours) 201 NZD

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

Apply for E-VISA online

Can New Zealand 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 40 NZD
03 Working Days 88 NZD
02 Working Days 104 NZD
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
3 Month Single Entry 05 Working Days 56 NZD
03 Working Days 88 NZD
02 Working Days 120 NZD
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
1 Month Multiple Entry 05 Working Days 56 NZD
03 Working Days 104 NZD
02 Working Days 120 NZD
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us
3 Month Multiple Entry 05 Working Days 72 NZD
03 Working Days 120 NZD
02 Working Days 136 NZD
Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) Contact us

* The fee does NOT include the visa stamp fee at the Vietnam airport.

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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 New Zealand citizens.

E-Visa Visa On Arrival
New Zealand 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: In 2025, approximately 87% of New Zealand travelers to Vietnam (out of a total of 57,128) obtained their visas through the online e-visa system, compared to just 3% (1,714 people) who opted for the visa on arrival. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)

Can New Zealand 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 New Zealand:

Wellington - NZ. Embassy
Level 21 Grand Plimmer Tower, 2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington 6011
Tel: (64-4) 473 5912
Fax: (64-4) 473 5913
Email: embassyvn.nz@gmail.com
Website: https://vnembassy-wellington.mofa.gov.vn/

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

Holiday Date
Independence Day Sept. 2, 2026
Labour Day Oct. 26, 2026
Christmas Day Dec. 25, 2026
Boxing Day Dec. 26, 2026

Summary

  • New Zealand visitors need a valid passport and visa to enter Vietnam.
  • 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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Alistair
New Zealand 1 month, 1 week ago

If for example we are arriving on 2 January 2027 on a cruise ship in the previous day is it C should we apply for the day we actually arrive or the day before in case there’s a change to our schedule.

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 month, 1 week ago

@Alistair, if you plan to arrive on January 2nd, 2027, we advise choosing an earlier date (such as December 29th or 30th 2026). That way, you can enter any time later and still have enough time to exit before it expires.

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William Robb
New Zealand 1 month, 1 week ago

I currently have a 90 day e visa. Can I apply for a new visa while out of the country when my current visa is still valid? It means that I won't have to do a Visa run to cover my current dates?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 month, 1 week ago

@William Robb, Once you leave Vietnam, your ongoing visa becomes invalid, allowing you to apply for a new one with new dates.

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Kerry
Thailand 1 year, 2 months ago

I live in Thailand and will be renewing retirement visa soon. I plan to spend 4 days in Vietnam with wife ,Thai, then back to Bangkok. We will travel to Phu Quoc then Ho Chi Minh. What visa requirements do I need to enter?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 2 months ago

@Kerry, you will need a visa for Vietnam. You can apply for a single-entry e-visa to visit both Phu Quoc Island and Ho Chi Minh City.

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Fran Benton
New Zealand 1 year, 7 months ago

We are from New Zealand and are on a cruise that is visiting Nha Trang and Phu My in Feb 2025. Was looking at getting the e-visa soon for 1 month as both these ports are accepting e-visas. However, we have heard of lots of ships not been able to dock at Nha trang due to ongoing repairs to the port and the ships now going to Cam Ranh which is not listed as accepting e-visas. What will this mean if this happens? Will we have to buy another visa at the Cam Ranh port as well?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 7 months ago

@Fran Benton, I believe there is no problem. You can still choose Nha Trang Seaport as your port of arrival. Even if the ship needs to move to Cam Ranh Port for valid reasons, the same e-visa will still be accepted. We also advise that you contact your cruise operator for further confirmation.

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John William Chester
New Zealand 1 year, 9 months ago

Is the E-visa duration 30 days or 1 month? In some parts of the instructions it states 30day in other parts it states 1 month. We will arrive on the 28th Feb 2025 and depart on 28th March 2025. That duration is less than 30 days but more than 1 month.

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 9 months ago

@John William Chester, the e-Visa is now available for up to 90 days. If you’re unsure about your length of stay in Vietnam, it’s recommended to apply for a 3-month visa instead of a 1-month visa, just to be safe.

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Chanda sok
New Zealand 2 years, 4 months ago

Hi dear, I'm holding new Zealand passport, and I'm going to Taiwan tour from Cambodia through Vietnam and Cambodia border by bus and flight from Vietnam to Taiwan, what kind of visa do I need? How much is the fee?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 2 years, 4 months ago

@Chanda sok, You can apply for a multiple entry visa to enter/exit Vietnam for multiple times in a given period. The cost is 50 USD through the official website below:

https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/home

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Jessica Sculley
New Zealand 2 years, 4 months ago

We are doing an 8 day cruise in April 2024, Singapore to Shanghai, we stop in Nha Trang for 1 day only, do we need a Visa?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 2 years, 4 months ago

@Jessica Sculley, yes, NZ passport holders are still required to obtain a visa for entry into Vietnam, regardless of the length of their stay.

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Lyndsey Hyman
New Zealand 2 years, 4 months ago

We have received our e-visas for a 3 month single entry. Do we pay some more on arrival at Immigration and if so how much? and is it in $US? Or was that just the old system for picking up 'visa on arrival'

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A Answered by Lan Answered 2 years, 4 months ago

@Lyndsey Hyman, the eVisa is the only document you need for entry into Vietnam. Therefore, you do not need to apply for anything else or pay for any additional fees upon arrival at a Vietnam airport. Welcome to Vietnam!

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Rex
New Zealand 2 years, 7 months ago

Our arrival time is 11 15pm on the 26th December but our visa is filled out for the 27th December 45 minutes early will this be a problem

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A Answered by Lan Answered 2 years, 7 months ago

@Rex, Some airlines may not allow you to board the plane if your visa date does not match your arrival date. We advise that you contact your airline for confirmation and assistance in this case.

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Ruth Mansford
New Zealand 2 years, 11 months ago

My husband and I are visiting Vietnam next April for 10 days. We are entering and leaving through DaNang airport. What type of visa will be best for us?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 2 years, 11 months ago

@Ruth Mansford, For your entry to Da Nang next year, a 30-day single-entry e-visa will be the best option, costing 25 USD per person.

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Sharon Kitahara
New Zealand 3 years, 1 month ago

I am visiting Hanoi for two days then visiting NZ for 8 days then 5 more nights before returning to Japan . I am a New Zealander living in Japan do k need to apply for the e visa twice for Vietnam??

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 3 years, 1 month ago

@Sharon Kitahara, Yes, you will need two visas for the two different entries. One visa for your entry from Japan and another one for your entry from New Zealand. Once you exit Vietnam, you can apply for a new visa to re-enter the country from NZ.

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Sam Saffal
New Zealand 3 years, 1 month ago

Hi, I'm travelling to Vietnam with my family in September. We would like to stay for 2 months but I see there is only an option for a 30 day visa. Is it possible to get an extension or a 3 month Visa? Alternatively, if we leave vietnam before the first 30 days, would we be able to enter for a second 30 days?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 3 years, 1 month ago

@Sam Saffal, If you are not traveling until September, we advise that you wait until mid-July then decide as there is a proposal for 3 month e-visa coming soon in early July this year!

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Blair Walker
New Zealand 3 years, 2 months ago

Hi. I am wanting to visit Vietnam for 31 days in july. I see the visa is only 30 days. Is there away around this problem as flights are best doing 31 days not 30!

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A Answered by Lan Answered 3 years, 2 months ago

@Blair Walker, We are afraid that there is no way to get around it, please keep your travel within the visa validity period to avoid problems.

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Lynley
New Zealand 3 years, 2 months ago

I sent a message in the general messages but forgot to say i was from NZMy husband & I are travelling to Vietnam arriving on the 21st of May. We then leave to travel to Cambodia on the 5th of June but return to Vietnam on the 10th of June to fly out to NZ from Hanoi on the 11th of June. Do we have to apply for a multi entry visa or do I just do two seperate Visas for us both? If it is a Multi entry visa can you please send me a link as I can't find it. Thanks

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A Answered by Lan Answered 3 years, 2 months ago

@Lynley, The multi-entry visa is currently unavailable. However, you can apply for two separate visas: one for entry on May 21st and the other for entry from Cambodia to Vietnam on June 10th. Kindly be advised that you cannot apply for two visas at the same time. Therefore, we suggest that you apply for the second visa once you are in Cambodia.

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Wendy O’Keeffe
New Zealand 3 years, 2 months ago

We are a family of 3 from New Zealand, hoping to fly to Hanoi from Bangkok on APril 27. Our flight departs Bangkok at 18:30 on April 27. We applied for E visas on the Vietnam Immigration website on April 22 but received an email from them last night saying all 3 of our passport data page photos are “ low quality”. We don’t know how to improve them as they are the original scanned copies! I emailed Vietnam Immigration E visa service immediately last night to ask what is wrong with the passport data photos but no reply yet. We are very worried that they won’t respond in time and we won’t get our E visas before check in for our flight tomorrow. What do you suggest we do?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 3 years, 2 months ago

@Wendy O’Keeffe, It may take a few hours for the e-visa to be issued after you amend your application. We advise that you wait until tomorrow morning (27 April). By then if you do not receive your e-visas, you can consider using the expedited service to speed up your existing applications.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes.

2. Is there a Consulate General of Vietnam in New Zealand?

There is no Consulate General of Vietnam in the country. You can visit the Vietnam Embassy at level 21 Grand Plimmer Tower, 2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington.

3. What types of visas do New Zealand passport holders can apply for in Vietnam?

Nationals of the country can obtain several types of Vietnam visas such as tourist visa, business visa, transit visa, and work visa.

4. Are New Zealand citizens eligible for Vietnam visa exemption?

As of 2023, New Zealand citizens are ineligible for the Vietnam visa exemption program and MUST obtain a visa to enter Vietnam.

5. What is the charge for a Vietnam e-visa for New Zealand nationals?

The fee for a Vietnam e-visa is 25 USD ~ 39 NZD. The e-visa has validity for up to 90 days with single entry only.

 

6. Is the e-visa option available for New Zealand residents who plan to visit Vietnam?

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

7. How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Vietnam annually?

The number of tourists from New Zealand to Vietnam reached roughly 42,588 in 2016, representing 0.4% of total arrivals that year. This was an increase of 7,857 compared to 2015.

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