Vietnam eVisa for Australian citizens
Visa Information for travelers visiting Vietnam from Australia.
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Do Australian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. As of October 2024, Australian citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Australian residents may obtain an e-visa online.
Visa requirement summary:
| Is a visa required for Australian citizens? | Yes, Australian citizens need to apply for a Vietnam visa |
| Vietnamese e-visa cost: | Total e visa fee is (47 USD ~ 68 AUD) |
| Processing time: | 5-7 working days (Earliest would be 21:30 - Tuesday - 15 October, 2024 at Canberra local time) |
| Expedited e-visa processing time: | 4-8 working hours (Earliest would be 17:00 - Monday - 07 October, 2024 at Canberra local time) |
| Easiest way to apply: | Online application |
How to apply
Australian residents are eligible for the e-visa program, here below is the step-by-step guide.
Eligible ports of entry
Travelers from Australia 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 Australia) |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi | 7772.9 km / 4829.8 miles (12 hours, 57 minutes) |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong | 7680.7 km / 4772.5 miles (12 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang | 6735.1 km / 4185.0 miles (11 hours, 13 minutes) |
| Can Tho International Airport (VCA) | 6804.8 km / 4228.3 miles (11 hours, 20 minutes) |
| Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | 7161.8 km / 4450.1 miles (11 hours, 56 minutes) |
| Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) | 7223.6 km / 4488.5 miles (12 hours, 2 minutes) |
| Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | 6933.2 km / 4308.1 miles (11 hours, 33 minutes) |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City | 6802.4 km / 4226.8 miles (11 hours, 20 minutes) |
| Bo Y Landport | 7081.9 km / 4400.5 miles (11 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Cha Lo Landport | 7461.3 km / 4636.3 miles (12 hours, 26 minutes) |
| Cau Treo Landport | 7562.8 km / 4699.3 miles (12 hours, 36 minutes) |
| Huu Nghi Landport | 7785.2 km / 4837.5 miles (12 hours, 58 minutes) |
| Ha Tien Landport | 6922.7 km / 4301.6 miles (11 hours, 32 minutes) |
| Lao Bao Landport | 7314.8 km / 4545.2 miles (12 hours, 11 minutes) |
| Lao Cai Landport | 8001.5 km / 4971.9 miles (13 hours, 20 minutes) |
| La Lay Landport | 7262.9 km / 4513.0 miles (12 hours, 6 minutes) |
| Moc Bai Landport | 6858.0 km / 4261.4 miles (11 hours, 25 minutes) |
| Mong Cai Landport | 7669.9 km / 4765.9 miles (12 hours, 46 minutes) |
| Nam Can Landport | 7727.0 km / 4801.3 miles (12 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Na Meo Landport | 7765.3 km / 4825.1 miles (12 hours, 56 minutes) |
| Song Tien Landport | 6913.1 km / 4295.6 miles (11 hours, 31 minutes) |
| Tinh Bien Landport | 6904.0 km / 4290.0 miles (11 hours, 30 minutes) |
| Tay Trang Landport | 7955.4 km / 4943.2 miles (13 hours, 15 minutes) |
| Xa Mat Landport | 6922.2 km / 4301.3 miles (11 hours, 32 minutes) |
| Chan May Seaport | 7197.4 km / 4472.3 miles (11 hours, 59 minutes) |
| Da Nang Seaport | 7161.9 km / 4450.2 miles (11 hours, 56 minutes) |
| Duong Dong Seaport | 6940.7 km / 4312.8 miles (11 hours, 34 minutes) |
| Hon Gai Seaport | 7671.7 km / 4767.0 miles (12 hours, 47 minutes) |
| Hai Phong Seaport | 7686.7 km / 4776.3 miles (12 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Nha Trang Seaport | 6752.5 km / 4195.8 miles (11 hours, 15 minutes) |
| Quy Nhon Seaport | 6891.3 km / 4282.1 miles (11 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | 6788.6 km / 4218.2 miles (11 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Vung Tau Seaport | 6732.9 km / 4183.7 miles (11 hours, 13 minutes) |
Travel information and facts
| Australia | Vietnam | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 20:21 (05 October, 2024) | 17:21 (05 October, 2024) | Australia is 4.0 hours ahead Vietnam. |
| Population | 25,739,778 | 98,044,777 | 72,304,999 fewer than Vietnam. |
| Current weather | light rain 18°C (Canberra) | sky is clear 28°C (Hanoi) | 10°C lower than Vietnam |
| Distance | Canberra |
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Average distance is 7244 km or 4501 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Vietnam is Oct. 20, 2024 which will start in 2 weeks (Canberra local time) |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Australia?
Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Australia is located at M425+CM Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Australian citizens?
An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (47 USD ~ 68 AUD) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.
How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Australia?
For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 17:00 PM on 07 October 2024 (Canberra local time).
How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?
If you are currently residing in Australia, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa.
- Call the embassy in Australia for visa information: +61 26286 6059 and +61 2 6290 1556.