Vietnam eVisa for Swiss citizens
Visa Information for travelers visiting Vietnam from Switzerland.
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Do Swiss passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. As of April 2024, Swiss citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Swiss residents may obtain an e-visa online.
Visa requirement summary:
| Is a visa required for Swiss citizens? | Yes, Swiss citizens need to apply for a Vietnam visa |
| Vietnamese e-visa cost: | Total e visa fee is (47 USD ~ 42 CHF) |
| Processing time: | 5-7 working days (Earliest would be 13:30 - Friday - 10 May, 2024 at Berne local time) |
| Expedited e-visa processing time: | 4-8 working hours (Earliest would be 09:00 - Thursday - 02 May, 2024 at Berne local time) |
| Easiest way to apply: | Online application |
How to apply
Swiss residents are eligible for the e-visa program, here below is the step-by-step guide.
Eligible ports of entry
Travelers from Switzerland 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 Switzerland) |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi | 8906.8 km / 5534.4 miles (14 hours, 50 minutes) |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong | 9004.3 km / 5595.0 miles (15 hours, 0 minutes) |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang | 9906.9 km / 6155.9 miles (16 hours, 30 minutes) |
| Can Tho International Airport (VCA) | 9808.7 km / 6094.8 miles (16 hours, 20 minutes) |
| Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | 9499.2 km / 5902.5 miles (15 hours, 49 minutes) |
| Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) | 9435.6 km / 5863.0 miles (15 hours, 43 minutes) |
| Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | 9674.8 km / 6011.7 miles (16 hours, 7 minutes) |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City | 9818.0 km / 6100.6 miles (16 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Bo Y Landport | 9564.8 km / 5943.3 miles (15 hours, 56 minutes) |
| Cha Lo Landport | 9191.4 km / 5711.3 miles (15 hours, 19 minutes) |
| Cau Treo Landport | 9090.1 km / 5648.3 miles (15 hours, 9 minutes) |
| Huu Nghi Landport | 8909.8 km / 5536.3 miles (14 hours, 50 minutes) |
| Ha Tien Landport | 9687.4 km / 6019.5 miles (16 hours, 8 minutes) |
| Lao Bao Landport | 9337.2 km / 5801.8 miles (15 hours, 33 minutes) |
| Lao Cai Landport | 8672.3 km / 5388.7 miles (14 hours, 27 minutes) |
| La Lay Landport | 9389.9 km / 5834.6 miles (15 hours, 38 minutes) |
| Moc Bai Landport | 9761.2 km / 6065.3 miles (16 hours, 16 minutes) |
| Mong Cai Landport | 9034.0 km / 5613.5 miles (15 hours, 3 minutes) |
| Nam Can Landport | 8925.3 km / 5545.9 miles (14 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Na Meo Landport | 8896.9 km / 5528.3 miles (14 hours, 49 minutes) |
| Song Tien Landport | 9701.2 km / 6028.0 miles (16 hours, 10 minutes) |
| Tinh Bien Landport | 9708.3 km / 6032.5 miles (16 hours, 10 minutes) |
| Tay Trang Landport | 8700.3 km / 5406.1 miles (14 hours, 30 minutes) |
| Xa Mat Landport | 9698.5 km / 6026.4 miles (16 hours, 9 minutes) |
| Chan May Seaport | 9464.0 km / 5880.6 miles (15 hours, 46 minutes) |
| Da Nang Seaport | 9499.4 km / 5902.7 miles (15 hours, 49 minutes) |
| Duong Dong Seaport | 9667.3 km / 6007.0 miles (16 hours, 6 minutes) |
| Hon Gai Seaport | 9017.8 km / 5603.4 miles (15 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Hai Phong Seaport | 8998.3 km / 5591.3 miles (14 hours, 59 minutes) |
| Nha Trang Seaport | 9890.7 km / 6145.8 miles (16 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Quy Nhon Seaport | 9762.2 km / 6066.0 miles (16 hours, 16 minutes) |
| Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | 9832.3 km / 6109.5 miles (16 hours, 23 minutes) |
| Vung Tau Seaport | 9888.2 km / 6144.3 miles (16 hours, 28 minutes) |
Travel information and facts
| Switzerland | Vietnam | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 20:41 (27 April, 2024) | 01:41 (28 April, 2024) | Switzerland is 6.0 hours behind Vietnam. |
| Population | 8,677,607 | 97,656,489 | 88,978,882 fewer than Vietnam. |
| Current weather | broken clouds 16°C (Berne) | sky is clear 37°C (Hanoi) | 21°C lower than Vietnam |
| Distance | Berne |
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Average distance is 9404 km or 5843 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Vietnam is April 30, 2024 which will start in 1 day, 22 hours (Berne local time) |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Switzerland?
Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Switzerland is located at Schlosslistrasse 26, 3008 Berne, Switzerland.
How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Swiss citizens?
An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (47 USD ~ 42 CHF) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.
How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Switzerland?
For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 09:00 AM on 02 May 2024 (Berne local time).
How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?
If you are currently residing in Switzerland, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa.
- Call the embassy in Switzerland for visa information: +41 31 3887 878, +41 31 3887 882.