Vietnam eVisa for Korean citizens
Visa Information for travelers visiting Vietnam from South Korea.
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Do Korean passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Korean 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 Korean citizens? | No, visa is not required for 45 days. |
| Vietnamese e-visa cost: | Total e visa fee is (55 USD ~ 69964 KRW) |
| Processing time: | 5-7 working days (Earliest would be 20:30 - Tuesday - 23 December, 2025 at Seoul local time) |
| Expedited e-visa processing time: | 4-8 working hours (Earliest would be 16:00 - Monday - 15 December, 2025 at Seoul local time) |
| Easiest way to apply: | Online application |
How to apply
Korean residents are eligible for the e-visa program, here below is the step-by-step guide.
Eligible ports of entry
Travelers from South Korea 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 South Korea) |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi | 2728.5 km / 1695.4 miles (4 hours, 32 minutes) |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong | 2696.0 km / 1675.2 miles (4 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang | 3346.3 km / 2079.3 miles (5 hours, 34 minutes) |
| Can Tho International Airport (VCA) | 3724.0 km / 2314.0 miles (6 hours, 12 minutes) |
| Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | 3018.4 km / 1875.5 miles (5 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) | 3018.1 km / 1875.3 miles (5 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | 3816.7 km / 2371.6 miles (6 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City | 3600.2 km / 2237.1 miles (6 hours, 0 minutes) |
| Bo Y Landport | 3182.1 km / 1977.2 miles (5 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Cha Lo Landport | 3027.6 km / 1881.3 miles (5 hours, 2 minutes) |
| Cau Treo Landport | 3007.8 km / 1868.9 miles (5 hours, 0 minutes) |
| Huu Nghi Landport | 2602.8 km / 1617.3 miles (4 hours, 20 minutes) |
| Ha Tien Landport | 3765.0 km / 2339.4 miles (6 hours, 16 minutes) |
| Lao Bao Landport | 3066.8 km / 1905.7 miles (5 hours, 6 minutes) |
| Lao Cai Landport | 2763.7 km / 1717.3 miles (4 hours, 36 minutes) |
| La Lay Landport | 3070.5 km / 1907.9 miles (5 hours, 7 minutes) |
| Moc Bai Landport | 3603.1 km / 2238.9 miles (6 hours, 0 minutes) |
| Mong Cai Landport | 2550.9 km / 1585.1 miles (4 hours, 15 minutes) |
| Nam Can Landport | 2992.9 km / 1859.7 miles (4 hours, 59 minutes) |
| Na Meo Landport | 2887.6 km / 1794.3 miles (4 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Song Tien Landport | 3676.4 km / 2284.4 miles (6 hours, 7 minutes) |
| Tinh Bien Landport | 3719.9 km / 2311.4 miles (6 hours, 11 minutes) |
| Tay Trang Landport | 2939.9 km / 1826.7 miles (4 hours, 53 minutes) |
| Xa Mat Landport | 3558.6 km / 2211.2 miles (5 hours, 55 minutes) |
| Chan May Seaport | 3004.6 km / 1867.0 miles (5 hours, 0 minutes) |
| Da Nang Seaport | 3015.5 km / 1873.8 miles (5 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Duong Dong Seaport | 3814.0 km / 2369.9 miles (6 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Hon Gai Seaport | 2661.2 km / 1653.6 miles (4 hours, 26 minutes) |
| Hai Phong Seaport | 2694.9 km / 1674.5 miles (4 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Nha Trang Seaport | 3327.4 km / 2067.5 miles (5 hours, 32 minutes) |
| Quy Nhon Seaport | 3174.1 km / 1972.3 miles (5 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | 3597.4 km / 2235.3 miles (5 hours, 59 minutes) |
| Vung Tau Seaport | 3610.5 km / 2243.5 miles (6 hours, 1 minutes) |
Travel information and facts
| South Korea | Vietnam | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 03:45 (14 December, 2025) | 01:45 (14 December, 2025) | South Korea is 2.0 hours ahead Vietnam. |
| Population | 51,315,074 | 98,219,506 | 46,904,432 fewer than Vietnam. |
| Current weather | sky is clear 1°C (Seoul) | overcast clouds 18°C (Hanoi) | 17°C lower than Vietnam |
| Distance | Seoul |
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Average distance is 3190 km or 1982 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Vietnam is Dec. 21, 2025 which will start in 6 days, 22 hours (Seoul local time) |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in South Korea?
Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in South Korea is located at 123 Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea 110-230.
How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Korean citizens?
An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 69964 KRW) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.
How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from South Korea?
For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 16:00 PM on 15 December 2025 (Seoul local time).
How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?
If you are currently residing in South Korea, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa.
- Call the embassy in South Korea for visa information: +82 2 7205 124 or +82 2 7252 487.