Vietnam eVisa for French citizens
Visa Information for travelers visiting Vietnam from France.
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Do French passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
French nationals who wish to visit Vietnam for tourism purposes, for a period not exceeding 45 days , do not require a visa..
Visa requirement summary:
| Is a visa required for French citizens? | No, visa is not required for 45 days. |
| Vietnamese e-visa cost: | Total e visa fee is (47 USD ~ 43 EUR) |
| Processing time: | 5-7 working days (Earliest would be 13:30 - Friday - 10 May, 2024 at Paris local time) |
| Expedited e-visa processing time: | 4-8 working hours (Earliest would be 09:00 - Thursday - 02 May, 2024 at Paris local time) |
| Easiest way to apply: | Online application |
How to apply
French residents are eligible for the e-visa program, here below is the step-by-step guide.
Eligible ports of entry
Travelers from France can use the e-visa to enter at one of the following ports of entry/exit in Vietnam:
| Ports of entry/exit | Distance and travel time (from France) |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi | 9177.8 km / 5702.8 miles (15 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong | 9273.1 km / 5762.0 miles (15 hours, 27 minutes) |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang | 10198.7 km / 6337.2 miles (16 hours, 59 minutes) |
| Can Tho International Airport (VCA) | 10121.5 km / 6289.2 miles (16 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | 9780.2 km / 6077.1 miles (16 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) | 9717.5 km / 6038.2 miles (16 hours, 11 minutes) |
| Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | 9994.0 km / 6210.0 miles (16 hours, 39 minutes) |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City | 10124.5 km / 6291.1 miles (16 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Bo Y Landport | 9853.5 km / 6122.7 miles (16 hours, 25 minutes) |
| Cha Lo Landport | 9476.4 km / 5888.4 miles (15 hours, 47 minutes) |
| Cau Treo Landport | 9374.9 km / 5825.3 miles (15 hours, 37 minutes) |
| Huu Nghi Landport | 9173.9 km / 5700.4 miles (15 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Ha Tien Landport | 10003.9 km / 6216.1 miles (16 hours, 40 minutes) |
| Lao Bao Landport | 9622.8 km / 5979.3 miles (16 hours, 2 minutes) |
| Lao Cai Landport | 8945.8 km / 5558.7 miles (14 hours, 54 minutes) |
| La Lay Landport | 9675.1 km / 6011.8 miles (16 hours, 7 minutes) |
| Moc Bai Landport | 10068.7 km / 6256.4 miles (16 hours, 46 minutes) |
| Mong Cai Landport | 9294.6 km / 5775.4 miles (15 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Nam Can Landport | 9210.2 km / 5723.0 miles (15 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Na Meo Landport | 9176.5 km / 5702.0 miles (15 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Song Tien Landport | 10013.2 km / 6221.9 miles (16 hours, 41 minutes) |
| Tinh Bien Landport | 10022.4 km / 6227.6 miles (16 hours, 42 minutes) |
| Tay Trang Landport | 8983.1 km / 5581.9 miles (14 hours, 58 minutes) |
| Xa Mat Landport | 10004.8 km / 6216.7 miles (16 hours, 40 minutes) |
| Chan May Seaport | 9744.7 km / 6055.1 miles (16 hours, 14 minutes) |
| Da Nang Seaport | 9780.3 km / 6077.2 miles (16 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Duong Dong Seaport | 9986.5 km / 6205.3 miles (16 hours, 38 minutes) |
| Hon Gai Seaport | 9284.5 km / 5769.1 miles (15 hours, 28 minutes) |
| Hai Phong Seaport | 9267.0 km / 5758.3 miles (15 hours, 26 minutes) |
| Nha Trang Seaport | 10181.8 km / 6326.7 miles (16 hours, 58 minutes) |
| Quy Nhon Seaport | 10047.4 km / 6243.2 miles (16 hours, 44 minutes) |
| Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | 10138.4 km / 6299.7 miles (16 hours, 53 minutes) |
| Vung Tau Seaport | 10194.2 km / 6334.4 miles (16 hours, 59 minutes) |
Travel information and facts
| France | Vietnam | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 00:55 (28 April, 2024) | 05:55 (28 April, 2024) | France is 6.0 hours behind Vietnam. |
| Population | 65,325,050 | 97,656,489 | 32,331,439 fewer than Vietnam. |
| Current weather | light rain 15°C (Paris) | sky is clear 37°C (Hanoi) | 22°C lower than Vietnam |
| Distance | Paris |
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Average distance is 9694 km or 6024 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Vietnam is April 30, 2024 which will start in 1 day, 18 hours (Paris local time) |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in France?
Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in France is located at 61 Rue de Miromesnil, 75008 Paris, France.
How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for French citizens?
An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (47 USD ~ 43 EUR) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.
How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from France?
For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 09:00 AM on 02 May 2024 (Paris local time).
How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?
If you are currently residing in France, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa.
- Call the embassy in France for visa information: +33 01 4414 6400.