Vietnam Visa for Cuban citizens

Cuban passport holders are REQUIRED to get a Vietnam visa. See requirements & fees of Vietnam visa for Cuban citizens here!

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Do Cuban passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. As of February 2026, Cuban citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Cuban residents may obtain an e-visa online.

  • With the easiest option being the 90-day eVisa (electronic visa) for tourism or business
  • Must be valid for at least 6 months with one blank page
  • A recent passport-style photo is required

Visa requirement for Cuban citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Visa required For business travelers holding Cuban passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Visa required For Cuban passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Cuban nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Cuba who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

Cuban passport holders or foreign passports living in Cuba can choose between 03 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Cuba, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Cuban passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 1416 CUP)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Havana time on .
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Cuba, the following documents are required:

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Cuba. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

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Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in CUP)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 309 CUP 618 CUP
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 360.5 CUP 669.5 CUP
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 515 CUP 824 CUP
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 643.8 CUP 952.8 CUP
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 2317.5 CUP 2806.8 CUP
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 2446.3 CUP 2935.5 CUP
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 2832.5 CUP 3579.3 CUP
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 3218.8 CUP 3965.5 CUP

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Peso, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Cuba 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 Cuba)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 15026.0 km / 9336.7 miles (25 hours, 2 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 15051.3 km / 9352.5 miles (25 hours, 5 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 15935.0 km / 9901.5 miles (26 hours, 33 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 16242.1 km / 10092.4 miles (27 hours, 4 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 15531.9 km / 9651.1 miles (25 hours, 53 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 15509.0 km / 9636.9 miles (25 hours, 50 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 16270.2 km / 10109.8 miles (27 hours, 7 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 16138.3 km / 10027.9 miles (26 hours, 53 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 15695.2 km / 9752.6 miles (26 hours, 9 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 15413.7 km / 9577.6 miles (25 hours, 41 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 15347.7 km / 9536.6 miles (25 hours, 34 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 14925.8 km / 9274.5 miles (24 hours, 52 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 16232.6 km / 10086.5 miles (27 hours, 3 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 15511.1 km / 9638.2 miles (25 hours, 51 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 14914.0 km / 9267.1 miles (24 hours, 51 minutes)
La Lay Landport 15535.8 km / 9653.5 miles (25 hours, 53 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 16122.8 km / 10018.2 miles (26 hours, 52 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 14946.5 km / 9287.3 miles (24 hours, 54 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 15246.7 km / 9473.9 miles (25 hours, 24 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 15147.5 km / 9412.2 miles (25 hours, 14 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 16164.0 km / 10043.8 miles (26 hours, 56 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 16203.1 km / 10068.1 miles (27 hours, 0 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 15068.9 km / 9363.4 miles (25 hours, 6 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 16063.5 km / 9981.4 miles (26 hours, 46 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 15507.8 km / 9636.1 miles (25 hours, 50 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 15529.6 km / 9649.6 miles (25 hours, 52 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 16264.9 km / 10106.5 miles (27 hours, 6 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 15029.6 km / 9338.9 miles (25 hours, 2 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 15047.3 km / 9350.0 miles (25 hours, 4 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 15914.3 km / 9888.7 miles (26 hours, 31 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 15746.3 km / 9784.3 miles (26 hours, 14 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 16140.1 km / 10029.0 miles (26 hours, 54 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 16167.5 km / 10046.0 miles (26 hours, 56 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Cuba Vietnam Differences
Local time 17:50 (11 February, 2026) 05:50 (12 February, 2026) Cuba is 12.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 11,325,480 97,486,613 86,161,133 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather sky is clear 25°C (Havana) light rain 20°C (Hanoi) 5°C higher than Vietnam
Distance Havana
  • Hanoi (15026.0 km / 9337.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (16138.0 km / 10028.0 miles)
Average distance is 15624 km or 9708 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Cuba
  • Upcoming holiday is March Equinox which will occur in 1 month, 1 week.
The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 day, 18 hours (Havana local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Cuba?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Cuba is located at # 1802, 5ta. Avenide, Esquina A 18, Miramarm Playa., La Habana, Cuba.

How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Cuban citizens?

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 1416 CUP) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Cuba?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 02:00 AM on 12 February 2026 (Havana local time).

How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?

If you are currently residing in Cuba, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Cuba for visa information: +53 7 2041 501.