Vietnam Visa for East Timorese citizens

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

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Do East Timorese passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. As of January 2026, East Timorese citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, East Timorese 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 East Timorese citizens summary:

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

How to apply

East Timorese passport holders or foreign passports living in East Timor 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 East Timor, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your East Timorese passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee 55 USD
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Dili 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 East Timor, 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 East Timor. 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 USD)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 12 USD 24 USD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 14 USD 26 USD
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 20 USD 32 USD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 25 USD 37 USD
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 90 USD 109 USD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 95 USD 114 USD
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 110 USD 139 USD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 125 USD 154 USD

*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).


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from East Timor 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 East Timor)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 3950.7 km / 2454.8 miles (6 hours, 35 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 3860.0 km / 2398.5 miles (6 hours, 26 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 2913.7 km / 1810.5 miles (4 hours, 51 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 3019.8 km / 1876.4 miles (5 hours, 1 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 3337.5 km / 2073.8 miles (5 hours, 33 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 3399.2 km / 2112.2 miles (5 hours, 39 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 3166.5 km / 1967.6 miles (5 hours, 16 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 3001.9 km / 1865.3 miles (5 hours, 0 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 3259.2 km / 2025.1 miles (5 hours, 25 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 3637.5 km / 2260.3 miles (6 hours, 3 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 3739.1 km / 2323.3 miles (6 hours, 13 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 3967.5 km / 2465.3 miles (6 hours, 36 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 3147.7 km / 1955.9 miles (5 hours, 14 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 3491.0 km / 2169.2 miles (5 hours, 49 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 4177.8 km / 2596.0 miles (6 hours, 57 minutes)
La Lay Landport 3439.0 km / 2136.9 miles (5 hours, 43 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 3059.6 km / 1901.2 miles (5 hours, 5 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 3856.5 km / 2396.3 miles (6 hours, 25 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 3903.4 km / 2425.5 miles (6 hours, 30 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 3940.9 km / 2448.8 miles (6 hours, 34 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 3125.3 km / 1942.0 miles (5 hours, 12 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 3121.8 km / 1939.8 miles (5 hours, 12 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 4131.4 km / 2567.2 miles (6 hours, 53 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 3120.9 km / 1939.2 miles (5 hours, 12 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 3373.1 km / 2096.0 miles (5 hours, 37 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 3337.6 km / 2073.9 miles (5 hours, 33 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 3173.9 km / 1972.1 miles (5 hours, 17 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 3852.5 km / 2393.9 miles (6 hours, 25 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 3866.1 km / 2402.3 miles (6 hours, 26 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 2930.6 km / 1821.0 miles (4 hours, 53 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 3067.2 km / 1905.9 miles (5 hours, 6 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 2987.4 km / 1856.3 miles (4 hours, 58 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 2931.3 km / 1821.4 miles (4 hours, 53 minutes)

Travel information and facts

East Timor Vietnam Differences
Local time 05:28 (31 January, 2026) 03:28 (31 January, 2026) East Timor is 2.0 hours ahead Vietnam.
Population 1,321,914 97,457,492 96,135,578 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather light rain 29°C (Dili) light rain 23°C (Hanoi) 6°C higher than Vietnam
Distance Dili
  • Hanoi (3951.0 km / 2455.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (3002.0 km / 1865.0 miles)
Average distance is 3433 km or 2133 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in East Timor
The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Dili local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in East Timor?

No. There is no embassy of Vietnam in East Timor.

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

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost 55 USD for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from East Timor?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 16:00 PM on 02 February 2026 (Dili local time).

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

If you are currently residing in East Timor, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.